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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 — 830
Yes26%
No73%
Present0%
Not Voting1%
Party align96%
Cross-party0%
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Edward J. Markey headshot
Edward J. Markey
U.S. SenatorDemocratMassachusetts
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Edward J.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 138 sponsored · 324 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govAug 6(source)
Trump wants to open the Western Arctic to reckless drilling—endangering wildlife, traditional subsistence uses, and the climate.   I led a letter with @rephuffman.bsky.social and 27 colleagues demanding the Interior Department reject this disaster-in-the-making.
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Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govAug 6(source)
I visited @lgbtqseniorhousing.bsky.social, Massachusetts’ first LGBTQ+ affirming, affordable senior housing. I fought alongside @warren.senate.gov and @pressley.house.gov to secure $850,000 in federal funding to help make this community a reality. Everyone deserves a safe, dignified place to live.
Senator Markey with residents at The Pryde
Senator Markey with residents at The Pryde
Senator Markey with residents at The Pryde
Senator Markey with residents at The Pryde
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govAug 6(source)
Trump and RFK are slashing $500M in mRNA vaccine funding—jeopardizing lifesaving research. We should be investing in pandemic preparedness, not gutting it. This is reckless. This is dangerous. This will cost lives. We must fight back.
RFK Jr. pulls $500 million in funding for vaccine development
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govAug 2(source)
I just tried to pass my Small Business Liberation Act on the Senate floor to provide relief for small businesses suffering under the weight of Trump’s tariffs. Republicans blocked it.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govAug 2(source)
I wrote to SBA demanding answers on this unacceptable, unprecedented collection of private user data. We deserve better.
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Senator Ed Markey
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Kelly Loeffler has refused to answer my questions about DOGE's access to sensitive information at the SBA for months. Now we know why. Malicious DOGE operatives are stealing American’s data from SBA, DOJ, DHS, the FBI, and more. This is incredibly dangerous. More to come.
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Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govAug 2(source)
Big businesses don’t need more advantages. That’s why I’m introducing the Protecting Small Business Competitions Act—to codify the Rule of Two and give small businesses a fair shot at procuring federal contracts.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govAug 1(source)
A reminder that Trump has complete, unilateral authority to launch the US nuclear arsenal. Terrifying but true. Such power should rest with Congress, not an impulsive President.
Trump, escalating war of words with Russia’s Medvedev, mobilizes two nuclear submarines BY: ELI STOKOLS, PAUL MCLEARY | 08/01/2025 01:26 PM EDT
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govAug 1(source)
We must treat gun violence like the public health crisis it is. I’m reintroducing the Gun Violence Prevention Research Act to fund scientific and public health research to stem the scourge of gun violence in our communities and help us save lives.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govAug 1(source)
Dr. Paul Farmer dedicated his life to helping others and advancing global health equity. I was honored to introduce a Senate resolution celebrating his legacy of compassion, justice, and action. He embodied the belief that health care is a human right and served as an example to us all.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govAug 1(source)
Warehouse workers are being tracked by intrusive technology, forced to meet dangerous speed quotas, and pushed past their physical limits—all to boost corporate profits. I’m reintroducing the Warehouse Worker Protection Act to put worker safety before greed.
'WAREHOUSE WORKER PROTECTION ACT' Before vs. After of graphic of workers.
WAREHOUSE WORKERS PROTECTION ACT 1. INCREASE QUOTA USE TRANSPARENCY Requires that warehouse employees subject to a quota receive a written description of all quotas including what the quota is; what discipline or bonus may relate to the quota; and how the quota is monitored. 2. PROHIBIT THE MOST DANGEROUS TYPES OF QUOTAS Including those that: rely on constant intrusive surveillance interfere with workers' ability to use the bathroom and take guaranteed breaks; prevent compliance with health and safety laws 
'WAREHOUSE WORKER PROTECTION ACT 3. ENFORCE THE LAW To PROTECT WORKERS Gives the Department of Labor and Federal Trade Commission the tools to hold companies accountable for violations. 4. ESTABLISH STANDARDS FOR SAFE WORKING CONDITIONS This standard for warehouse workers operating under quota systems will include hazard identification, ergonomic job evaluations, hazard control, employee training, and medical management.'
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Voting History
830 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
2026-06-11—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (47-43)
2026-06-11—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (49-44)
2026-06-10—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-44)
2026-06-10—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-44)
2026-06-10—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (48-45)
2026-06-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2026-06-08—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-42)
2026-06-05—Motion (Motion to Waive All Budgetary Discipline Re: Lee Amdt. No. 5804)NONO✓Motion Rejected (50-49, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05S. 2 (119th)Motion (Wyden Motion to Commit S. 2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (48-51)
2026-06-05S. 1318 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-52)
2026-06-05S. 2 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Bill Passed (52-47)
2026-06-05—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Schiff Amdt. No. 5740)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (51-48, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Van Hollen Amdt. No. 5632)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (53-46, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05S. 2 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (45-53)
2026-06-05—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Cassidy Amdt. No. 5812)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (52-47, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Coons Amdt. No. 5457)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05S. 2 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2026-06-05S. 2 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-52)
2026-06-05S. 2 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2026-06-05S. 2 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2026-06-05—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Durbin Amdt. No. 5806)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (48-51, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Booker Amdt. No. 5803)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Baldwin Amdt. No. 5485)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Sanders Amdt. No. 5451)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (45-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04S. 2 (119th)Motion (Warnock Motion to Commit S. 2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-52)
2026-06-04—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Kim Amdt. No. 5545)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Hickenlooper Amdt. No. 5501)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (51-47, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Graham Amdt. No. 5779)NONO✓Motion Rejected (48-50, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Warner Amdt. No. 5556)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (49-49, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Hassan Amdt. No. 5535)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-52, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04S. 2 (119th)Motion (Ossoff Motion to Commit S. 2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-50)
2026-06-04—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Reed Amdt. No. 5514)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Merkley Amdt. No. 5512)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (53-46, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Tillis Amdt. No. 5452)NONO✓Motion Rejected (15-84)
2026-06-04S. 2 (119th)Motion (Schumer motion to commit S.2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (49-50)
2026-06-03S. 2 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-46)
2026-06-03S.J. Res. 188 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (46-53)
2026-06-02—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2026-06-02—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2026-06-02—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2026-06-01—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-44)
2026-05-20—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-47)
2026-05-19S.J. Res. 185 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 185YESYES✓Motion to Discharge Agreed to (50-47)
2026-05-19—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-47)
2026-05-19—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-38)
2026-05-19—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (57-38)
2026-05-18S. Res. 690 (119th)Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (46-43)
2026-05-14S. Res. 690 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2026-05-13S.J. Res. 130 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-53)
2026-05-13S.J. Res. 141 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (50-50)

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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