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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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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

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

Great visit to Nature’s Touch plant in Front Royal to learn about their operations and efforts to make healthy food more accessible. I’ll keep working to pass the SHOPP Act, a bill I cosponsored to help SNAP recipients access frozen fruits and vegetables.

Senator Kaine engages in conversation with a man.

Senator Kaine sits at a table, engaging in conversation.

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

Today, I met with United Way of Northern Shenandoah Valley and regional nonprofits in Winchester to discuss how the Trump Administration’s federal funding cuts threaten nonprofits' ability to help those in need access housing, health care, food, and other services.

Senator Kaine sits at a table engaging in the discussion.

Senator Kaine shakes hands with a woman.

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

Restaurants and hotels are critical to our communities and Virginia’s economy. I had a great conversation in Burke yesterday with restaurant owners and hospitality officials in the area to hear about how issues like tariffs, immigration, and federal workforce cuts are affecting them.

Senator Kaine sits at a table with others for the discussion.

Senator Kaine poses for a photo with two men.

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

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social slamming the Trump Administration’s reported plan to terminate $156 million in federal funding to lower energy costs in Virginia:

"We were proud to vote for the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which helped attract hundreds of millions of dollars in clean-energy investments to Virginia and put us on the path to create more than 20,000 new jobs in the Commonwealth alone. Donald Trump’s decision to rip up that legislation with his ‘Big, Ugly Bill,’ was a short-sighted mistake. Now he’s making it even worse by eliminating funding designed to help Virginians cut their energy costs by harnessing affordable energy sources. Between Trump’s tariffs on everyday goods, his efforts to kick 15 million people off of their health insurance, and this new decision to put lower energy prices further out of reach for American families, it’s clear that the President’s promises to lower costs are nothing but cheap talk."

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

Today marks the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. With partisan attempts to gerrymander Texas underway, it’s more important now than ever that we pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act—a critical step toward protecting access to the ballot for all.

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

Today, I visited Belair Farm in Culpeper to meet with local farmers to discuss agricultural issues. I will keep working to support Virginia’s farmers and ranchers, including by passing a Farm Bill.

Senator Kaine sits at a table with a group of farmers engaging in the conversation.

Senator Kaine stands, speaking with a woman.

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

I was in Chesapeake Monday with @bobbyscott.house.gov, local mayors, city managers, and nonprofits to discuss how the Trump Administration withholding federal funds, together with health care and nutrition cuts in R reconciliation bill, will hurt local priorities.

Senator Kaine sits at a table between Congressman Bobby Scott (L) and Chesapeake Mayor Rick Scott (R) for the discussion.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 4(source)

Trump’s tariffs will cause a ridiculous increase in energy costs that will hurt your wallet. With their impact on offshore wind projects alone, Virginians will pay between $253 million and $320 million to foot the bill for Trump’s import taxes. Complete idiocy. richmond.com/news/state-r...

Tariffs raise the cost of Dominion's wind farm by $500 million

President Donald Trump’s tariffs will boost Dominion Energy’s offshore wind project by more than $500 million – with half of that to be passed on to the company’s ratepayers,

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 4(source)

Happy 235th birthday to the U.S. Coast Guard! I’m thankful for the hard work of our Coast Guardsmen and women to protect our coasts. Semper paratus!

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 4(source)

Today is the anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act becoming law. As a nature lover, I was proud to help pass this legislation to protect our natural treasures. I encourage you to celebrate by visiting a National Park Service site near you—admission is free today!

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 4(source)

Black-owned businesses are a vital part of the Virginia economy and show us every day through their creativity and ingenuity that diversity is a strength, not a liability. This National Black Business Month, I hope you'll join me in showing support for Black-owned businesses.

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

Epstein's sweetheart deal? Cut by a Republican administration. The guy who cut it? Trump put him in his first Cabinet. Epstein's mysterious death? During Trump's first term. Trump promised to release the files. Now he's not. This is a Republican scandal. What is Trump hiding?

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

Public broadcasting provides educational programming, local news, and emergency alerts for rural communities. But despite all the good it does, Trump and the congressional GOP gutted the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Now 13 stations across VA have lost significant funding.

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The Corporation for Public Broadcasting is shutting down. Without federal funding, dozens of small public media stations are at risk of closing.

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

Today, I talked with State Department officers who were arbitrarily laid off by President Trump. From counterterrorism and embassy security, to protecting human rights around the world—their jobs are critical. Losing this expertise puts our security and prosperity at serious risk.

Senator Kaine engages in a conversation at a table with the State Department officers.

Senator Kaine speaks with the State Department officers during their meeting.

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Senator Patty Murray@murray.senate.govJul 29(source)

Never a bad time to remind everyone you know that Trump ran on making things more affordable. Instead he imposes new & crushing taxes through his tariffs—and makes the largest cuts to health care EVER, while ensuring higher premiums for everyone.

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Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock@warnock.senate.govJul 30(source)

This administration is saying the quiet part out loud: they want to dismantle social security.

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@factpostnews.bsky.social

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Trump's Treasury Secretary says the Trump Accounts created by the budget bill are a "backdoor for privatizing Social Security"

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

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social on this week’s National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) hearing about the tragic January 29 crash near DCA:

"We owe it to the loved ones of those we lost in the fatal mid-air collision near DCA on January 29 that we make sure another tragedy like this never happens again. In the hours, days, and months since the accident, we have engaged with the families that were directly impacted, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Army. We have been following the ongoing collision investigation closely, and were struck by testimony during yesterday’s NTSB hearing from an FAA official who voiced concerns over congestion at the airport years ago and proposed reducing traffic, but was rebuffed by his managers because of conversations in Congress at the time about adding even more flights into and out of DCA. While we recognize that various factors contributed to the crash and continue to work with our colleagues to address them, this testimony underscores a clear takeaway: Congress must act to reduce dangerous congestion by removing flights into and out of DCA."

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

Unbelievable: Trump is punishing Americans with a 50% tax on Brazilian goods—all because he’s mad Brazil is prosecuting his friend, former Brazilian President Bolsonaro, for attempting a coup. Personal grievances shouldn’t dictate policy. I’m challenging these Trump taxes.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 31(source)

Seaman Angelina Resendiz was a dedicated servicemember who tragically lost her life while stationed at Naval Station Norfolk. @markwarner.bsky.social and I are demanding answers from the Navy on the circumstances of her death and disappearance.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 30(source)

It was great to meet with lawmakers from Brazil yesterday in D.C. to discuss the need to maintain our strong trade relationship and push back on Trump’s senseless trade threats. I look forward to working together to expand this great partnership that’s bigger than any one party.

Senator Kaine poses for a photo with the Brazilian lawmakers.

Senator Kaine engages in discussion at a table during his meeting with the lawmakers.

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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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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
2025-07-23	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-47)
2025-07-23	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (49-47)
2025-07-23	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (48-47)
2025-07-23	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (49-47)
2025-07-23	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-47)
2025-07-23	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (90-8)
2025-07-23	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-23	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-41)
2025-07-22	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (61-35)
2025-07-22	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-07-22	H.R. 3944 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	YES	YES	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (91-7, 3/5 majority required)
2025-07-22	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (50-48)
2025-07-22	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-47)
2025-07-22	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-07-22	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-47)
2025-07-21	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (44-43)
2025-07-17	—	End debate	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Cloture Motion Agreed to (46-36)
2025-07-17	—	End debate	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-34)
2025-07-17	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (57-31)
2025-07-17	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-40)
2025-07-17	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-43)
2025-07-17	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-07-17	H.R. 4 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Bill Passed (51-48)
2025-07-17	H.R. 4 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Agreed to (52-47)
2025-07-17	H.R. 4 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-17	H.R. 4 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-17	H.R. 4 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-07-17	H.R. 4 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (47-51)
2025-07-17	H.R. 4 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Table Agreed to (51-47)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Recommit Rejected (47-50)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (46-51)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Recommit Rejected (47-52)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (47-52)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16	H.R. 4 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-07-15	H.R. 4 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-15	H.R. 4 (119th)	Motion to Discharge H.R. 4	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Discharge Agreed to (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-15	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-47)
2025-07-15	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-46)
2025-07-15	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-07-15	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-07-15	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (69-30)
2025-07-14	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-28)
2025-07-14	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (46-42)

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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