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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 · 331 cosponsored

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

Virginia is home to one of the largest populations of veterans in the United States, and they deserve our full support. I am committed to protecting our heroes from Trump’s gutting of the VA and mass federal workforce layoffs that disproportionately affect them.

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

In the past eight months, Trump has enacted chaotic, regressive policies and our economy is paying the price. Here are the top five ways Trump is creating a cost-of-living crisis: youtube.com/shorts/aGu9A...

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 18(source)

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social on the Trump Administration’s plans to pull federal funding from the Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William County Public School Districts:

"The Trump Administration destroyed the federal Department of Education and forced out an exceptional president at the University of Virginia. Now it wants to punish high-performing, award-winning schools districts in Northern Virginia. You can’t have a strong economy without strong schools, so add this to the list of President Trump’s disastrous economic policies, alongside his sweeping tariffs and rolling back of investment incentives that were creating tens of thousands of jobs in Virginia."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 16(source)

My statement on the three-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act being signed into law:

"In the three years since the Inflation Reduction Act became law, clean energy and manufacturing facilities benefiting from it have announced nearly $1.3 billion in investments and over 20,000 new jobs in Virginia. The IRA has also lowered health care and energy costs for millions.
But Trump is illegally withholding well over $100 million in federal funding made possible by the IRA to help people cut their energy bills, and rammed through Congress the “Big, Ugly Bill” to roll back IRA incentives that are creating jobs of the future.
This is a failure of leadership that needlessly punishes hardworking American families. I’m fighting tooth and nail against Trump’s efforts to undo our progress, wreck our economy and raise prices."

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

At a time when prices are already too high, this is a flashing red warning light that the full force of Trump’s tariffs is going to hit American families hard. abcnews.go.com/Business/wir...

US producer prices surge in July as Trump tariffs push costs higher

U.S. wholesale inflation surged unexpectedly last month as President Donald Trump’s sweeping taxes on imports are pushing costs higher

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

90 years ago, FDR created Social Security to provide a crucial safety net for retirees and people with disabilities. But if Congress doesn't act, the Social Security Trust Fund could be insolvent by 2033. Senator Cassidy and I have a proposal to help. www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...

Opinion | Our bipartisan plan could rescue Social Security

A separate trust fund could invest in private business rather than government bonds.

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

Anne and I recently had a wonderful surprise: a kind soul in SWVA called to tell us they discovered my father-in-law Linwood Holton’s Navy footlocker from when he piloted a captured Japanese submarine to the U.S. after WWII. After nearly 80 years, I’m glad it made its way back to our family.

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

Inflation continued to raise prices and squeeze already-tight budgets last month—even before Trump hiked his global tariffs on August 1. Trump promised to lower costs on day one. It’s been over 200 days since his inauguration and in those 200 days we’ve seen the exact opposite.

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Breaking News: U.S. consumer prices rose 2.7% in July from a year ago, as President Trump’s tariffs intensified price pressures.

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

My statement on the anniversary of the white supremacist attack in Charlottesville:

"Today marks eight years since the white supremacist violence in Charlottesville. We must remember Heather Heyer, Lt. Jay Cullen, and Trooper-Pilot Berke Bates, whose lives were cut short on that senseless, horrific day—and honor their legacy by standing against violence, hate, and intolerance."

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Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govAug 7(source)

Just so we’re clear: when Trump & Republicans go after renewable energy what they’re really doing is forcing Americans to pay more on their energy bills. This move – to illegally stop a program that helps working families save $$ by installing solar panels – will do just that.

E.P.A. Moves to Cancel $7 Billion in Grants for Solar Energy

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Senator Mark Warner@markwarner.bsky.socialAug 11(source)

The three worst months of hiring since… the last time Donald Trump was president. Trump ran on improving the economy. He has a failing record.

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

My statement on President Trump placing the D.C. Police Department under federal control and deploying the National Guard in the District:

"If President Trump really cared about safety in D.C., he would have immediately deployed the National Guard on January 6, 2021, and wouldn’t have pardoned hundreds of rioters who broke into the Capitol that day, including individuals convicted of assaulting police officers. Crime is at a 30-year low in D.C., making these steps a waste of taxpayer dollars and an unnecessary escalation clearly designed to distract Americans from issues like rising prices and incompetence from the Trump Administration."

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

Small businesses play a big role in our economy. But according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Trump's tariffs will cost small businesses an extra $200 BILLION a year. Many mom n’ pop shops can’t afford that. Some won't survive.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 10(source)

Today, I’m celebrating three years since the PACT Act became law. I'm proud to have helped pass it to improve and expand care for millions of American veterans who were exposed to toxins during their service.

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

It’s been three years since the bipartisan CHIPS Act, which I helped pass, became law. I am proud that this bill has brought investments and recognition to innovators from all around the Commonwealth—I’ll fight against Trump’s threats to repeal this crucial legislation.

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

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social after the Virginia State Corporation Commission reported that premiums for Affordable Care Act Marketplace coverage are projected to rise sharply:

The news that Virginians who rely on health care coverage from the marketplace could see their premiums jump by more than 20% next year is deeply troubling. This entirely-avoidable increase is being driven by the expiration of enhanced premium tax credits that have helped hundreds of thousands of Virginians afford quality health care.While President Trump and congressional Republicans bent over backward to extend tax cuts for the uber-wealthy as part of their tax and budget bill, they chose not to renew these critical health care credits that have saved the average Virginian nearly $90 a month. Alongside our Democratic colleagues, we even forced a vote on an amendment to the bill to extend the credits, and Republicans voted it down.

We know what’s at stake when health care becomes unaffordable: families go without coverage, people skip doctor visits and prescriptions, and small health problems turn into costly emergencies. That’s not only bad for public health, it drives up costs for everyone. We remain committed to restoring these critical tax credits and bringing down health care costs, and we call on our colleagues in Congress to put politics aside and act now to prevent this needless premium spike from hurting Virginia families.

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

Yesterday, I visited Hitachi Energy’s facility in Bland to learn more about the company’s work and its $22.5 million investment to expand operations and create jobs. I’ll keep working to support Hitachi and other manufacturers in Virginia.

Senator Kaine and a group of others pose outdoors for a photo in front of a red sign with white text reading "Welcome to Hitachi Energy Bland."

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

I had a productive visit to Lee County Community Hospital to hear from leadership about what it’s meant for the community since the hospital reopened. I was proud to work with the community to reopen the hospital and we talked about how to protect it—and others—from Medicaid cuts.

Senator Kaine looks at a wall of historic photos at the hospital.

Senator Kaine sits at a table, listening to the discussion.

Senator Kaine speaks while sitting at a table to the group.

Senator Kaine speaks to a woman sitting at a desk with a computer.

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

Ended yesterday in Radford with local officials and nonprofits to discuss how ARC improves the wellbeing of communities and supports economic development in SWVA. These stories are critical as we push back against President Trump’s proposal to cut ARC’s budget by 93 percent.

Senator Kaine poses for a photo with three women.

Senator Kaine engages in conversation with a woman.

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

Today on Purple Heart Day, we honor the countless brave men and women wounded in service and those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our nation. Today I'm reflecting on their service and thinking of their families.

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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(331)

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
S. 4478 (119th)
A bill to protect the credit of Federal workers during a government shutdown.
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. Res. 715 (119th)
A resolution recognizing escalating threats to freedom of the press and freedom of speech wo…
Joined: 2026-04-30

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Voting History

783 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-05-06	S.J. Res. 13 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-46)
2025-05-06	H.J. Res. 61 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	NO	✕↔	Joint Resolution Passed (55-45)
2025-05-05	H.J. Res. 61 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	NO	✕↔	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-43)
2025-05-01	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-05-01	S.J. Res. 31 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (52-46)
2025-05-01	H.J. Res. 75 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (52-45)
2025-04-30	S.J. Res. 31 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-40)
2025-04-30	S.J. Res. 49 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Table Agreed to (49-49, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-04-30	S.J. Res. 49 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Joint Resolution Defeated (49-49)
2025-04-30	H.J. Res. 75 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46)
2025-04-30	H.J. Res. 42 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (52-46)
2025-04-29	H.J. Res. 42 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46)
2025-04-29	—	Confirm nominee	YES	YES	✓	Nomination Confirmed (83-14)
2025-04-29	—	End debate	YES	YES	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (84-13)
2025-04-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (60-36)
2025-04-29	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (62-36)
2025-04-29	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (59-39)
2025-04-29	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-39)
2025-04-29	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (67-29)
2025-04-28	—	End debate	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Cloture Motion Agreed to (64-27)
2025-04-11	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (60-25)
2025-04-11	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-25)
2025-04-11	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (59-26)
2025-04-11	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-25)
2025-04-10	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-46)
2025-04-10	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-04-10	H.J. Res. 20 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (53-44)
2025-04-09	H.J. Res. 20 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-42)
2025-04-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-44)
2025-04-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-45)
2025-04-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (49-46)
2025-04-09	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (60-37)
2025-04-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-46)
2025-04-09	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-04-08	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-42)
2025-04-08	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-44)
2025-04-08	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-37)
2025-04-08	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)
2025-04-08	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (66-32)
2025-04-08	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (67-32)
2025-04-08	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (54-45)
2025-04-07	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-39)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Accept House changes	NO	NO	✓	Concurrent Resolution Agreed to (51-48)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (47-52)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-04-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive Section 305(b)(2) of the CBA re: Cortez Masto Amdt. No. 1690)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (49-50, 3/5 majority required)

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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