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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 — 783

Yes37%

No61%

Present0%

Not Voting1%

Party align90%

Cross-party10%

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Tim Kaine

U.S. SenatorDemocratVirginia

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20 recent posts · 74 sponsored · 333 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 26(source)

Yesterday, I visited Charlottesville Free Clinic to learn more about how they’re providing quality care to Virginians—even amid Trump’s massive cuts to health care. I will keep pushing to reverse these cuts and work to expand care for all and boost the health care workforce.

Senator Kaine stands opposite a man at the clinic, listening as he speaks.

Senator Kaine engages in a discussion at a table.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 26(source)

My statement on the Trump Administration’s malicious prosecution of former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey:

“I’ve had my differences with James Comey in the past, but I can spot trumped-up charges a mile away. Trump said he’d go after him, then fired a superb, ethical prosecutor when he refused to bring frivolous charges against those whom Trump perceived to be his enemies. Now he has installed yet another one of his personal lawyers as the interim U.S. Attorney in the Eastern District of Virginia—this one a Florida insurance lawyer with no prosecutorial experience and no connection to Virginia—to do his bidding. The rule of law must prevail.”

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 25(source)

68 years ago, the Little Rock Nine—facing angry mobs of classmates and neighbors—stood strong with the 101st Airborne Division and integrated Central High. Their bravery and perseverance serve as a guide for us all as we continue to fight discrimination and hate in all forms.

Elizabeth Eckford, a 15-year-old African American girl and on of the Little Rock Nine, calmly walks to Little Rock Central High School, surrounded by a crowd of jeering white people.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 25(source)

I’m back from a trade mission to Ottawa with VA leaders. I appreciated speaking with Canadian business leaders, Canada Senator Peter Harder, Canada's Ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman, and Canadian Minister of National Defense David McGuinty about the U.S.-Canada economic relationship.

Senator Kaine poses with a larger group for a photo.

Senator Kaine poses for a photo with National Defense Minister McGuinty.

Senator Kaine speaks on stage at the Canada 2020 Policy Forum.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 25(source)

Trump and the GOP developed a budget plan with no Dem input. Dems offered an alternative that protects folks’ health care. Trump said he’d meet to negotiate, but then canceled the meeting. Why does he want to shut the government down AND take health care away from millions?

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 24(source)

Last week, I called out the Trump Administration for failing to answer basic questions about why it attacked boats in the Caribbean, if they were actually drug boats, why it didn’t interdict to gain important intel on narco kingpins, and who exactly was killed. We need answers. youtu.be/_fGRd_vdFdU

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 23(source)

When I was a fair housing attorney, I saw the crucial role fair housing laws played in protecting folks from discrimination when buying or renting. But the Trump Administration isn’t upholding these protections, leaving veterans, single moms, and millions of others vulnerable.

New York Times headline that reads "Trump Appointees Roll Back Enforcement of Fair Housing Laws."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 23(source)

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social after President Trump canceled a meeting with Democratic leadership on government funding:

"President Trump instructed Republicans to craft a budget bill without dealing with Democrats. Now he’s canceled a negotiation meeting with Democratic leadership that he just agreed to Sunday. President Trump’s unwillingness to engage with Democrats on a path forward underscores how little he cares about the American people. Republicans cannot continue to hide in the tall grass and pretend that government funding doesn’t require bipartisanship. And Republicans know that the health care mess they made must be urgently fixed before millions are forced off their health insurance, more rural hospitals close, and health care costs skyrocket for millions of Americans, including those with employer-sponsored insurance. They must come to the table."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 23(source)

Reality check: Untreated fevers in pregnant moms can lead to risks to both mom and baby. No evidence suggests a causal relationship between Tylenol usage and autism. This is a dangerous attempt to distract Americans from RFK Jr.’s incompetence and Trump's health care cuts.

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Breaking News: In a rambling news briefing, President Trump promoted unproven ties between vaccines, autism and Tylenol use by pregnant women and babies. nyti.ms/46OqOvD

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 23(source)

First he imposed tariffs on Brazil, raising costs for Americans. Then he sanctioned the judge who oversaw Bolsonaro’s prosecution. Now he’s sanctioning the judge’s wife? This is a blatant abuse of power. Trump cares more about helping his friend than helping the American people.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 23(source)

First, President Trump failed to lower grocery prices like he promised. Then, he slashed food stamp funding, yanking critical support away from 78,000 people in Virginia alone. No wonder he doesn't want to track hunger in America. www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/...

Trump ends annual report on U.S. hunger amid rising food insecurity

The Trump administration is ending a decades-long report on U.S. hunger, calling it “politicized.” Last year, the USDA report warned of rising food insecurity.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 22(source)

As Rosh Hashanah begins tonight, I’m wishing our Jewish community in Virginia and beyond a safe, healthy, and meaningful new year. Shana Tova!

Yellow and blue graphic reading "SHANA TOVA."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 21(source)

Trump and congressional Republicans created a health care crisis: families are facing skyrocketing premiums, and hundreds of rural hospitals face the risk of closure. What did Republicans do in response? They voted down legislation to fix the problem. Unbelievable.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 21(source)

Did you know that today is National Wife Appreciation Day? Anne—you make every day brighter!

Senator Kaine and his wife, Anne, pose for a photo in front of a mountain landscape.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 21(source)

ICYMI: Republicans voted down legislation to keep the government from shutting down and protect Americans’ access to health care. Republicans have control of the White House, the Senate, and the House. They’re failing to lead, and Americans will suffer as a result.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 20(source)

Virginians want more access to affordable health care, not less. But yesterday Republicans voted to punish the American people with legislation that will cause premiums to soar.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 20(source)

Actions speak louder than words. Eight of my Republican colleagues in the Senate didn't bother to show up yesterday to vote on legislation to fund the government and protect health care for millions. Every single Democrat did. When people show you who they are, believe them.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 19(source)

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social on Republicans voting down legislation to fund the government, protect Virginians’ access to health care, and prohibit the Trump Administration from illegally withholding funding appropriated by Congress:

"While Republicans may have acted unilaterally when they passed their Big Ugly Bill, keeping the government open is not something they’re going to be able to do on their own. Today, we voted in favor of a funding bill that would not only keep the government from shutting down in 12 days, but would also prevent the expiration of essential health care tax credits and reverse the Trump cuts to Medicaid and hospitals that will raise health care costs for all Americans. Unfortunately, the same Republicans who had no problem extending billionaire tax cuts earlier this year are now drawing the line at tax credits that keep health insurance affordable for so many Americans. Republicans have control of the House, Senate, and White House – it’s time for them to act like it and come to the negotiating table to prevent a shutdown and protect Americans’ health care."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 19(source)

Virginia's incredible schools have been key to our economic success. When the Trump Administration goes after our schools for political reasons, we all suffer. This funding is critical and should not be cut. patch.com/virginia/res...

Feds To Cut $3.4M From TJ School Amid Fight With Fairfax District: Report

The threat to cut the prestigious school's budget comes amid a dispute over policies on bathroom and locker room use based on gender.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 19(source)

Despite Bill White spreading baseless conspiracy theories and amplifying a convicted Belgian white nationalist influencer and Holocaust denier, Foreign Relations Committee Republicans rubber-stamped him to be Trump’s Ambassador to Belgium. Horrifying.

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Sponsored Bills(74)

S. Res. 712 (119th)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate in support of general elections in Venezuela…
S. 4468 (119th)
A bill to address behavioral health and well-being among education professionals and other s…
S.J. Res. 190 (119th)
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, Unite…
S.J. Res. 185 (119th)
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities with…
S. 4370 (119th)
A bill to establish and support primary care team education centers, and for other purposes.

Cosponsored Bills(333)

S. 4538 (119th)
A bill to amend the National Trails System Act to direct the Secretary of the Interior to co…
Joined: 2026-05-14
S. Res. 735 (119th)
A resolution designating the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "National Police Week".
Joined: 2026-05-14
S. Res. 728 (119th)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securin…
Joined: 2026-05-13
S. 4504 (119th)
A bill to improve the full-service community school program, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-05-12
S. Res. 724 (119th)
A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in…
Joined: 2026-05-11

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Voting History

783 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
2025-08-01	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-43)
2025-08-01	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-44)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Agreed to (81-15)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Bill Passed (87-9, 3/5 majority required)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Agreed to (87-9, 3/5 majority required)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Rejected (21-75)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Rejected (15-81)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Rejected (14-81)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (45-50)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (42-53)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (44-51)
2025-08-01	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Points of Order Re: Merkley Amdt. No. 3114)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (44-51, 3/5 majority required)
2025-08-01	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-08-01	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (54-43)
2025-08-01	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-44)
2025-08-01	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (55-41)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-44)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-44)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (59-39)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-41)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-38)
2025-07-30	S.J. Res. 34 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 34	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (24-73)
2025-07-30	S.J. Res. 41 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 41	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (27-70)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-30	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-44)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-30	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-49)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (54-44)
2025-07-29	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-29	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-29	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-47)
2025-07-28	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-07-28	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-39)
2025-07-28	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-07-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-48)
2025-07-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-07-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-46)

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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