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U.S. Senator from Maryland

Born

January 10, 1959

Age 67

Phone

(202) 224-4654

Office

730 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Maryland

Chris Van Hollen

Christopher Van Hollen Jr. is an American attorney and politician serving as the senior United States senator from Maryland, a seat he has held since 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the U.S. representative for Maryland's 8th congressional district from 2003 to 2017 and as a Maryland state senator from 1995 to 2003.

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Voting Record — 782

Yes26%

No73%

Present0%

Not Voting2%

Party align97%

Cross-party0%

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Chris Van Hollen

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Chris's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 59 sponsored · 417 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 1(source)

Trump's attack on Iran was not America First. Trump was played by Israeli PM Netanyahu and the Saudi Crown Prince. Putting Americans at risk to advance their personal ambitions is a complete betrayal of the American people. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 1(source)

I’m thinking of the brave American soldiers killed today. They should still be with us. Trump said he would keep us out of war. This is his war of choice. I am praying for their loved ones. www.axios.com/2026/03/01/u...

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 28(source)

Remember all those times Trump & Vance said they wouldn’t drag America into another war? They LIED. Their actions today put American lives at risk, undermine our broader interests around the world, & will cost taxpayers billions of dollars.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 28(source)

As Black History Month draws to a close, we celebrate the enormous contributions made by Black Americans and resolve to never allow the Trump Admin to erase, diminish, or whitewash that history. American history and Black history are one story.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 27(source)

This is unprecedented. A company owned by the President's family, is seeking approvals from a federal agency over which the President has total control — including to hire & fire the people granting approvals. The company, the deal, the entire process is corrupt to the core.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 27(source)

With the SAVE Act stalled in the Senate, Trump is preparing to turn to Plan B: outright stealing our elections. Trump's never been more unpopular, so, he's trying to take away the last remaining check on his power: the will of the people.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 26(source)

Another example of how Trump and his White House only care about “the politics” of putting American lives at risk, not the reality of putting American lives at risk. They should just keep their promise of ‘No New Wars.’

White House officials believe ‘the politics are a lot better’ if Israel strikes Iran first

As the administration mulls military action in Iran, officials argue it’d be best ifIsrael makes the first move.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 26(source)

Trump & Hegseth are punishing an American company because it won’t give them the tools to conduct mass surveillance on the American people. This is Big Brother on steroids & it should scare the hell out of us. Our liberties are at stake, we cannot let this go unchecked.

Scoop: Pentagon takes first step toward blacklisting Anthropic

The Pentagon asked at least two major defense contractors to assess their reliance on Claude.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 26(source)

US District Judge Murphy said it right: "This new policy... fails to satisfy due process for a raft of reasons." Like it or not, the Constitution's due process rights apply to EVERYONE. And the Trump Administration's draconian policy clearly fails to uphold those rights.

Trump administration’s third-country deportation policy unlawful, judge finds

The ruling could make it more difficult for the government to send migrants to countries that are not their own.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 25(source)

I sat down with Dr. Jenna Norton, an NIH employee & my guest at the People’s State of the Union. She was put on leave by the Trump Admin after speaking truth to power. Dr. Norton told me Trump’s actions risked creating a super-bug that would endanger us all.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 25(source)

Have we already forgotten what happened in Iraq? Over 8,000 Americans killed. The deaths of hundreds of thousands of Iraqi civilians. Trillions of dollars spent. Nobody has explained how a war with Iran helps America. Because it won't.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 25(source)

Trump said our economy is "roaring." Really? Workers just took home their smallest share of profits in recorded history. CEOs are making 285 times what their workers make. Trump just gave a $1 TRILLION tax cut to the 1%. It’s never been clearer who Trump serves.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 25(source)

Reminder: the ‘America First,’ ‘No New Wars’ president illegally launched strikes on at least 2 countries during his first year in office and is warmongering more every day. This doesn’t make us stronger – it puts the US and our allies in greater danger.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 25(source)

While Trump praises ICE, remember, this is what they’re doing on our streets. He’s not making our communities safer, his private army is terrorizing them.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 25(source)

Trump says he got ‘pledges’ from Big Tech to pay for the electricity costs of their own data centers. So, his plan is to just trust Big Tech to do the right thing? If he’s serious, he should work with us to pass my Power for the People Act to make these protections LAW.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 25(source)

This BS about lowering costs is rich coming from the guy who kicked millions of Americans off their health insurance, spiked premiums for over 20 MILLION Americans, & called the concept of making life more affordable for working people, a ‘hoax.’

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 25(source)

Trump stole $1,700 from the average American family with his illegal tariff tax. It’s been 30 minutes. He hasn’t once mentioned how he is going to pay back your hard-earned money.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 24(source)

Yet again, the DOJ got caught in a lie, doing Trump's bidding. They're covering up for him at the expense of the American people — and above all the survivors of Epstein's abuse — who deserve the TRUTH NOW.  No more hiding. Release ALL THE FILES. www.npr.org/2026/02/24/n...

Justice Department withheld and removed some Epstein files related to Trump

An NPR investigation finds the public database of Epstein files is missing dozens of pages related to sexual abuse accusations against President Trump.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 24(source)

Things Mike Johnson hasn't called "detestable": - DOJ covering up the Epstein files - Stripping millions of Americans of their health insurance - Trump’s masked ICE agents killing people on our streets So, forgive us if we don't give a damn. See you on the Mall at 8.

Johnson calls it "detestable" that some Democrats are boycotting Trump's State of the Union

"We play for one team," House Speaker Mike Johnson told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil ahead of the State of the Union. "We're all for America."

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Sponsored Bills(59)

S. 4504 (119th)
A bill to improve the full-service community school program, and for other purposes.
S. 4493 (119th)
A bill to clarify the use of direct deposit for contributions to ABLE programs.
S. 4492 (119th)
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide matching payments for ABLE acco…
S. 4306 (119th)
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose a surtax on high income individu…
S.J. Res. 180 (119th)
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities with…

Cosponsored Bills(417)

S. 4528 (119th)
A bill to provide for the long-term improvement of Historically Black Colleges and Universit…
Joined: 2026-05-14
S. 4535 (119th)
A bill to establish the Strength in Diversity Program, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-05-14
S. 4545 (119th)
A bill to amend the America COMPETES Act to establish certain scientific integrity policies …
Joined: 2026-05-14
S. 4518 (119th)
A bill to amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 and the Richard B. Russell National School L…
Joined: 2026-05-13
S. Res. 728 (119th)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securin…
Joined: 2026-05-13

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Voting History

782 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.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-02-21	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (49-51)
2025-02-21	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-52)
2025-02-21	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-52)
2025-02-21	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Van Hollen Amdt. No. 233)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (49-51, 3/5 majority required)
2025-02-21	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (47-53)
2025-02-21	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Rejected (24-76)
2025-02-21	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (47-53)
2025-02-21	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Reed Amdt. No. 172)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (49-51, 3/5 majority required)
2025-02-20	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Baldwin Amdt. No. 276)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (48-52, 3/5 majority required)
2025-02-20	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Wyden Amdt. No. 1156)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-02-20	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (49-51)
2025-02-20	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Schumer Amdt. No. 776)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (49-51, 3/5 majority required)
2025-02-20	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Agreed to (51-49)
2025-02-20	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-52)
2025-02-20	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-52)
2025-02-20	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Hickenlooper Amdt. No. 925)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-02-20	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (47-53)
2025-02-20	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Warner Amdt. No. 130)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-02-20	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-52)
2025-02-20	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Klobuchar Amdt. No. 494)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (48-52, 3/5 majority required)
2025-02-20	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Schumer Amdt. No. 454)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (47-52, 3/5 majority required)
2025-02-20	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-49)
2025-02-20	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2025-02-19	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-02-18	S. Con. Res. 7 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (50-47)
2025-02-18	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-45)
2025-02-18	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (48-45)
2025-02-13	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-43)
2025-02-13	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-02-13	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (72-28)
2025-02-13	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-48)
2025-02-12	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-02-12	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-48)
2025-02-10	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-02-06	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-45)
2025-02-06	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-46)
2025-02-06	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46)
2025-02-06	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-02-06	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46)
2025-02-06	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46)
2025-02-06	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47)
2025-02-06	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47)
2025-02-06	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46)
2025-02-06	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47)
2025-02-06	—	Kill the motion	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Table Agreed to (52-47)
2025-02-06	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-47)
2025-02-05	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-02-05	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (55-44)
2025-02-04	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (55-45)
2025-02-04	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (54-46)

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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