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U.S. Senator from Massachusetts
Born
July 11, 1946
Age 79
Phone
(202) 224-2742
Office
255 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20515
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Massachusetts

Edward J. Markey

Edward John Markey is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from the state of Massachusetts, a seat he has held since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he served 20 terms as the U.S. representative for Massachusetts's 7th congressional district from 1976 to 2013. Before that, he was a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 1973 to 1976. When Senator Patrick Leahy retired in 2023, Markey became the dean of New England's Congressional delegation.

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Voting Record — 789
Yes24%
No75%
Present0%
Not Voting1%
Party align95%
Cross-party0%
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Edward J. Markey
U.S. SenatorDemocratMassachusetts
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Edward J.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 132 sponsored · 320 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 10(source)
Senator Braun and I are concerned that private-equity-backed opioid treatment programs seeking to maintain their monopoly on methadone have kept this lifesaving medication from patients in need—all to boost their bottom line. It's unacceptable, and we're demanding answers.
Letter addressed to private equity firms. Full text linked in the reply.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 9(source)
I met Anne Anderson in 1979. She told me that her young son Jimmy had leukemia. Woburn had been used as a dumping ground for toxic chemicals like TCE for decades—and kids like Jimmy were getting sick. After years of clean-up and fighting, I'm thrilled the EPA has banned TCE.
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The Environmental Protection Agency announced the ban of two known carcinogens used in a variety of consumer products and industrial settings. The new rules underscore President Joe Biden’s efforts to enact key protections against harmful chemicals before leaving office.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 5(source)
As the Supreme Court deliberates Tennessee's ban on life-saving gender affirming care for trans and non-binary youth, the fight for health access and health justice for the trans community marches on. The road ahead will be difficult. But I am with you. I see you. And I love you.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 4(source)
The fight against the climate crisis doesn’t end when an administration does. That's why Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, @repstansbury.bsky.social, and I are urging President Biden to cement his climate legacy and keep the momentum up for jobs, justice, and climate action. We won't give up.
Letter addressed to President Biden. Full text linked in the reply.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 4(source)
Today I joined Senator Durbin, Rep Waters, @eddebtjustice.bsky.social, @thesbpc.bsky.social, and @debtcollective.bsky.social to demand that @usedgov.bsky.social process all outstanding borrower defense relief. Families cannot afford to wait any longer. Their student loan debt must be forgiven today.
Advocates hold red, green, black, and white signs demanding student debt relief.
Senator Markey speaks in front of the Capitol from a podium with a United States Senate seal. He is standing with Senator Durbin, Rep Waters, and advocates.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 4(source)
I was proud to join the transgender community today to fight for trans rights, health, freedom, and liberation. Our message is clear: Trans rights are human rights. The Supreme Court must strike down Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender and nonbinary youth.
A crowd gathers in front of the Supreme Court. An American flag and a pride flag are in the foreground.
Senator Markey speaks in front of the Supreme Court. The podium is decorated with pink, purple, and red flowers.
An activist holds up a sign that reads, "LET THEM BLOOM".
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 4(source)
I was thrilled to join @sierraclub.bsky.social, Fossil Free Media, @sunrisemvmt.bsky.social, and so many of my friends last night. We face an uphill battle to combat the climate crisis. But thanks to the activists leading this movement, we've already unleashed a green revolution. We won’t stop now.
Senator Markey backstage with Aru Shiney-Ajay.
Senator Markey backstage with Jane Fonda.
Senator Markey and Reverend Yearwood.
Senator Markey and Roishetta Ozane backstage.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 3(source)
I commend the FTC for cracking down on greedy corporations unlawfully tracking and selling users' locations. These actions betray consumers’ trust and can compromise their safety. From traveling to medical appointments to attending religious services—we must protect consumer privacy.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 3(source)
@chasestrangio.bsky.social, I am honored to be with you in the fight to protect access to gender-affirming care. Every day, you make Massachusetts proud. Tomorrow, you’ll make history. www.bostonglobe.com/2024/12/03/m...
Newton native and Northeastern alum set to be first transgender lawyer to argue in front of Supreme Court - The Boston Globe
“It is not lost on me that I will be standing there at the lectern at the Supreme Court in part because I was able to have access to the medical care that is the very subject of the case that we’re li...
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 3(source)
Public transit should be a public good. This $30 million will enable RTAs across our state to go fare free—and allow families to keep more money in their pockets. I applaud Governor Healey and the state legislature for this win for transportation equity, safety, & the environment.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 2(source)
As we inch toward clean energy, Big Oil is tripling down on plastics. At the UN Plastics talks, over 200 petrochemical lobbyists blocked production cuts efforts. Big Oil profits while environmental and human health suffers. We must secure a strong Global Plastics Treaty.
Screenshot of Politico Pro article by Ellie Borst. Full text linked in post.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govDec 2(source)
I was proud to join @mayorwu.boston.gov and NOAA at Boston City Hall today to celebrate federal funding for the Greater Boston Coastal Resilience Jobs Alliance. This is proof that with jobs, justice, and climate action, we can defend Boston from climate change and build a livable future.
Senator Markey poses for a photo with Mayor Wu and NOAA Deputy Administrator Jainey Bavishi. They are standing in front of a blue City of Boston background.
Senator Markey poses for a photo thumbs up with Mayor Wu, Deputy NOAA Administrator Jainey Bavishi, and other local leaders. They are standing in front of a blue City of Boston background.
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Voting History
789 total votes
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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2025-10-01—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-10-01—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-10-01H.R. 5371 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (55-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-01S. 2882 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateYESYES✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-30H.R. 5371 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Bill Defeated (55-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-30S. 2882 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Bill Defeated (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-29S. 2806 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (37-61, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-29—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-45)
2025-09-29—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-45)
2025-09-19—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (47-43)
2025-09-19—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (47-45)
2025-09-19H.R. 5371 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Bill Defeated (44-48, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-19S. 2882 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Bill Defeated (47-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-18—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-09-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-09-17—Decision of the Chair PN12-19 and PN25-28 and PN12-45 and PN22-1 and PN22-2 and PN22-5 and PN22-27 and PN22-20 and PN22-21 and PN26-8 and PN26-34 and PN26-35 and PN55-41 and PN22-4 and PN22-8 and PN22-19 and PN26-1 and PN22-23 and PN25-40 and PN26-7 and PN26-19 and PN26-31 and PN60-3 and PN26-44 and PN25-2 and PN55-16 and PN60-9 and PN60-10 and PN129-8 and PN26-45 and PN141-37 and PN141-7 and PN141-28 and PN12-22 and PN25-21 and PN22-3 and PN26-22 and PN13-5 and PN22-24 and PN25-33 and PN141-18 and PN150-5 and PN345-16 and PN55-42 and PN54-6 and PN54-7 and PN55-45 and PN55-25YESYES✓Decision of Chair Not Sustained (47-52)
2025-09-17—Motion to Reconsider PN55-25 and PN55-45 and PN54-7 and PN54-6 and PN55-42 and PN345-16 and PN150-5 and PN141-18 and PN25-33 and PN22-24 and PN13-5 and PN26-22 and PN22-3 and PN25-21 and PN12-22 and PN141-28 and PN141-7 and PN141-37 and PN26-45 and PN129-8 and PN60-10 and PN60-9 and PN55-16 and PN25-2 and PN26-44 and PN60-3 and PN26-31 and PN26-19 and PN26-7 and PN25-40 and PN22-23 and PN26-1 and PN22-19 and PN22-8 and PN22-4 and PN55-41 and PN26-35 and PN26-34 and PN26-8 and PN22-21 and PN22-20 and PN22-27 and PN22-5 and PN22-2 and PN22-1 and PN12-45 and PN12-19 and PN25-28NONO✓Motion to Reconsider Agreed to (51-47)
2025-09-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Rejected (51-48, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-16S. Con. Res. 22 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (36-62)
2025-09-16S.J. Res. 60 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-51)
2025-09-15—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (48-47)
2025-09-15—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-44)
2025-09-15S. Res. 377 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Resolution Agreed to (51-44)
2025-09-11S. Res. 377 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-43)
2025-09-11S. Res. 377 (119th)Decision of the Chair S.Res. 377YESYES✓Decision of Chair Not Sustained (45-53)
2025-09-11S. Res. 377 (119th)Motion to Reconsider S.Res. 377NONO✓Motion to Reconsider Agreed to (52-45)
2025-09-11S. Res. 377 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Rejected (52-47, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-10S. 2296 (119th)Kill the motionNONO✓Motion to Table Agreed to (51-49)
2025-09-09S. Res. 377 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-45)
2025-09-09S. Res. 377 (119th)Kill the motionNONO✓Motion to Table Agreed to (53-46)
2025-09-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-09-09—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-09-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (49-46)
2025-09-09—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-09-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-09-08—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-43)
2025-09-04S. 2296 (119th)Begin considerationNOYES✕Motion to Proceed Agreed to (83-13)
2025-09-04—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)
2025-09-04—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-09-02S. 2296 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNOYES✕Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (84-14, 3/5 majority required)
2025-08-02—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (71-23)
2025-08-02—Confirm nomineeNO——Nomination Confirmed (72-22)
2025-08-02—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (59-35)
2025-08-02—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-42)
2025-08-02—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-45)
2025-08-02—Confirm nomineeNOYES✕Nomination Confirmed (78-17)
2025-08-02—End debateNOYES✕Cloture Motion Agreed to (76-19)
2025-08-02—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-45)
2025-08-02—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-08-02—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-44)

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