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U.S. Senator from Virginia

Born

1958

Age 68

Phone

(202) 224-4024

Office

231 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20510

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

Tim Kaine

Timothy Michael Kaine is an American lawyer and politician serving as the junior United States senator from Virginia since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the 70th governor of Virginia from 2006 to 2010, and as the 38th lieutenant governor of Virginia from 2002 to 2006. Kaine was the Democratic nominee for Vice President of the United States in the 2016 election as Hillary Clinton's running mate.

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Voting Record — 851

Yes39%

No60%

Present0%

Not Voting1%

Party align90%

Cross-party9%

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Tim Kaine

U.S. SenatorDemocratVirginia

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20 recent posts · 81 sponsored · 352 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 14(source)

We pledge an oath to a Constitution that says war can't be initiated without a vote of Congress. How can we allow this President—or any President—to single-handedly make decisions about deploying our military against other nations? It's reckless.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 14(source)

Americans want a president focused on bringing down energy, health care, and grocery costs, and who gets matters right at home. How can Trump run the Venezuelan economy when he can't even manage our own?

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 13(source)

Americans are struggling with the high cost of groceries, housing, child care, and everything in between. Meanwhile, instead of focusing on fulfilling his promises to bolster the economy and bring prices down, Trump is more interested in waging illegal wars around the world.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 13(source)

It’s Korean American Day! Today, we celebrate the contributions, history, and achievements of Korean Americans. I’m proud that my bipartisan bill to help reunite Korean American families separated by the Korean War is now law. I’ll keep supporting VA’s Korean American community.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 13(source)

My statement on the Trump Justice Department’s attempt to bully the Federal Reserve:

"The Federal Reserve was designed to be independent from the executive branch so it could make decisions based on data and current economic conditions—not the whims of any President. This investigation into the Federal Reserve and Chair Powell is yet another example of the Trump Administration attempting to strongarm an independent government body and official into doing what Trump wants—not what’s best for the American people. Our economy needs stability and a clear strategy to tackle the affordability crisis Americans are facing every day. Trump undermining Fed independence will have negative implications on America’s financial stability, and lead to higher borrowing costs and inflation for families across the country."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 12(source)

The Roadless Rule has been an amazing success story—protecting 45 million acres of national lands nationwide, including 400,000 acres in Virginia. I will keep pushing for legislation to codify the rule and safeguard other wilderness areas in the Commonwealth.

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Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 12(source)

“Acting President of Venezuela?” How about addressing the needs of everyday Americans instead? So far, Trump has brought slower growth, higher costs, and fewer jobs. time.com/7345445/trum...

Trump Refers to Himself as Venezuela’s ‘Acting President’

Trump shared a fake image of a Wikipedia profile.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 11(source)

As we prepare to celebrate Religious Freedom Day later this week, here is a painful reminder of how far we have to go. Let’s stand with our Jewish friends and all in our nation who are targeted for their religious beliefs. mississippitoday.org/2026/01/10/f...

Predawn fire reduces parts of Mississippi's largest synagogue to charred ruins - Mississippi Today

A fire heavily damaged Jackson’s only synagogue before dawn Saturday – the same house of worship that was firebombed by the Ku Klux Klan in 1967 because the rabbi had been an advocate for civil rights...

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 9(source)

Vaccines have saved countless lives from preventable diseases. Fanning the flames of vaccine conspiracy theories and recklessly changing vaccine guidance threatens the health and safety of millions of children. www.wusa9.com/article/news...

CDC's new vaccine guidance faces backlash from pediatricians as 'dangerous' and 'reckless'

Medical leaders criticize the CDC's new vaccine guidance, calling it "dangerous," as it reduces recommended shots for children, raising public health concerns.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 9(source)

Trump’s recent actions—illegal military strikes, chaotic tariffs, disrespectful rhetoric— weaken relations with key allies and drive our neighbors further into the arms of our adversaries like China and put Americans’ economic and national security at risk. www.foxnews.com/opinion/sen-...

SEN TIM KAINE: Trump's Venezuela strike trampled Congress' war powers. Congress must stop it

Virginia Democratic senator promises bipartisan resolution vote on Venezuela after unauthorized military strike and capture of Nicolas Maduro on Saturday.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 8(source)

My bipartisan War Powers Resolution has advanced in the Senate—meaning America will finally see a public debate on whether we should be engaging in a war in Venezuela. Next week, every senator will go on the record about whether our sons and daughters should be sent to war.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 8(source)

My statement on the Senate advancing my bipartisan War Powers Resolution to block an illegal war in Venezuela:

“Maduro’s arrest is good for the U.S. and Venezuela. If President Trump had left this at his arrest, I wouldn’t have called up this vote. But the President’s claims that the U.S. will run Venezuela for years makes it clear that his plans go way beyond Maduro. This war is clearly illegal because it was launched without the debate and vote by Congress the Constitution requires. With today’s vote—after months of congressional leadership refusing to hold a single public hearing about this war—the Senate sends a clear message: we will not accept that. Now, the Senate moves closer to actually debating the merits of military action in Venezuela in full view of the American public. Every senator needs to go on the record.”

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 7(source)

I’m aware of the heartbreaking news out of Minneapolis and am monitoring the situation for additional updates. My prayers are with all impacted today.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 6(source)

Today, I am reflecting on the bravery of the officers who heroically defended our Capitol on January 6, 2021, from violent insurrectionists sent by Trump. We must never forget the five officers, all Virginians, who lost their lives due to the attack. youtube.com/shorts/0PLaJ...

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 5(source)

Mark Kelly is an American hero who bravely served his country for decades. The US military exists to protect Americans' free speech—not suppress it. Hegseth and Trump clearly don't understand this, and the use of military resources and funding for a sham censure is a disgrace.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 5(source)

President Trump says the United States is going to “run” Venezuela, but can’t answer basic questions about what that means. Americans want lower prices, not endless plays to take over foreign countries.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 3(source)

My statement on Trump’s unauthorized military attack on Venezuela. Swipe for full statement:

Statement graphic with: "President Trump’s unauthorized military attack on Venezuela to arrest Maduro—however terrible he is—is a sickening return to a day when the United States asserted the right to dominate the internal political affairs of all nations in the Western Hemisphere. That history is replete with failures, and doubling down on it makes it difficult to make the claim with a straight face that other countries should respect the United States’ sovereignty when we do not do the same."

Statement graphic with: "Where will this go next? Will the President deploy our troops to protect Iranian protesters? To enforce the fragile ceasefire in Gaza? To battle terrorists in Nigeria? To seize Greenland or the Panama Canal? To suppress Americans peacefully assembling to protest his policies? Trump has threatened to do all this and more and sees no need to seek legal authorization from people’s elected legislature before putting servicemembers at risk."

Statement graphic with: "It is long past time for Congress to reassert its critical constitutional role in matters of war, peace, diplomacy and trade. My bipartisan resolution stipulating that we should not be at war with Venezuela absent a clear congressional authorization will come up for a vote next week. We’ve entered the 250th year of American democracy and cannot allow it to devolve into the tyranny that our founders fought to escape."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 1(source)

Happy New Year! Wishing everyone a safe celebration and a great year ahead.

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Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 1(source)

Happy New Year’s Eve! I hope everyone has a fun and safe time celebrating with friends and family tonight as we welcome the new year.

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Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govDec 29(source)

The map of Virginia is a map of our nation’s military history. Ahead of America’s 250th birthday, I introduced bipartisan legislation to preserve our country’s battlefields, so future generations can visit them and learn about the history of these sites.

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Sponsored Bills(81)

S. 4889 (119th)
A bill to award grants for the creation, recruitment, training and education, retention, and…
S. 4809 (119th)
A bill to require the Secretary of State to develop a strategy for supporting free and fair …
S. 4790 (119th)
A bill to establish, at the Department of State, the Esther Coopersmith Award in recognition…
S. Res. 766 (119th)
A resolution acknowledging and apologizing for the mistreatment of, and discrimination again…
S. 4733 (119th)
A bill to establish a grant program supporting teacher and school leader induction programs …

Cosponsored Bills(352)

S. Res. 789 (119th)
A resolution recognizing June 2026, as "LGBTQ Pride Month".
Joined: 2026-06-24
S. 4933 (119th)
A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the individuals who fought for …
Joined: 2026-06-24
S. 4865 (119th)
A bill to prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities who need long-term s…
Joined: 2026-06-23
S. 4859 (119th)
A bill to improve the structure of the Federal Pell Grant program, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-06-23
S.J. Res. 196 (119th)
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, Unite…
Joined: 2026-06-22

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Voting History

851 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-06-24	S.J. Res. 185 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-50)
2026-06-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-24	S.J. Res. 196 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (45-52)
2026-06-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-44)
2026-06-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-44)
2026-06-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2026-06-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-23	H. Con. Res. 86 (119th)	Accept House changes	YES	YES	✓	Concurrent Resolution Agreed to (50-48)
2026-06-23	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (67-30)
2026-06-22	H.R. 6644 (119th)	Accept House changes	YES	YES	✓	Motion Agreed to (85-5)
2026-06-18	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (48-39)
2026-06-18	H.R. 6644 (119th)	End debate	YES	YES	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (84-8, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-17	S. Res. 616 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.Res. 616	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (44-50)
2026-06-17	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-41)
2026-06-17	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (55-39)
2026-06-17	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-41)
2026-06-16	H.R. 6644 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (87-8)
2026-06-16	S.J. Res. 172 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 172	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-48)
2026-06-16	S.J. Res. 190 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (46-48)
2026-06-15	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (48-43)
2026-06-11	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (47-43)
2026-06-11	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (49-44)
2026-06-10	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-44)
2026-06-10	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-44)
2026-06-10	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (48-45)
2026-06-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2026-06-08	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-42)
2026-06-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Budgetary Discipline Re: Lee Amdt. No. 5804)	NO	NO	✓	Motion Rejected (50-49, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Motion (Wyden Motion to Commit S. 2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with Instructions)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (48-51)
2026-06-05	S. 1318 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-52)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Bill Passed (52-47)
2026-06-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Schiff Amdt. No. 5740)	YES	YES	✓	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)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (53-46, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (45-53)
2026-06-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Cassidy Amdt. No. 5812)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (52-47, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Coons Amdt. No. 5457)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (47-52)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2026-06-05	S. 2 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2026-06-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Durbin Amdt. No. 5806)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (48-51, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Booker Amdt. No. 5803)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Baldwin Amdt. No. 5485)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Sanders Amdt. No. 5451)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (45-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	S. 2 (119th)	Motion (Warnock Motion to Commit S. 2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with Instructions)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-52)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Kim Amdt. No. 5545)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-53, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Hickenlooper Amdt. No. 5501)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (51-47, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Graham Amdt. No. 5779)	NO	NO	✓	Motion Rejected (48-50, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-04	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Warner Amdt. No. 5556)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (49-49, 3/5 majority required)

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