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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.govJul 17(source)

The American public needs answers. President Trump needs to release the Epstein files.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 17(source)

This week, I met with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America to discuss how the Trump Administration withholding $108 million in education funding from VA threatens their ability to continue providing academic and career programs to young people. I'll keep pushing to restore funding.

Senator Kaine shakes hands with a young girl.

Senator Kaine poses with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

Senator Kaine sits at a table meeting with the the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

Senator Kaine sits at a table during his meeting with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 17(source)

My statement on the Trump Administration’s illegal withholding of $140 million in federal funding passed by Congress to support fentanyl overdose response efforts:

"I’m relieved that thanks to steps we took during the Biden Administration—including the passage of my Disrupt Fentanyl Trafficking Act—that fentanyl overdose deaths in Virginia have declined significantly. But one overdose death is too many, and it’s inexplicable that the Trump Administration is illegally withholding $140 million in federal funding to build on our progress and better protect communities from fentanyl. The fact that this news is being reported immediately after President Trump signed into law massive tax cuts for billionaires—paid for with cuts to programs working families rely on—makes it crystal clear who this Administration values. I’ll be doing all that I can to encourage my Republican colleagues to join me in raising hell about this decision to hamstring our efforts to address the fentanyl crisis."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 17(source)

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social after Senate Republicans voted to rescind federal funding for public broadcasting and national security programs, which had previously been appropriated by a bipartisan majority in Congress:

"It’s outrageous that enough Republicans caved to President Trump and OMB Director Vought’s pressure to go back on appropriations deals that a bipartisan majority of Congress had previously agreed to. A deal should be a deal. These cuts to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the State Department, and USAID will make it harder for communities to access critical emergency alerts during disasters, and create more instability around the world by defunding initiatives that protect our national security. Republican efforts to defund faith-based charity organizations are particularly sickening. The Trump Administration and our Republican colleagues are not going to stop here, and we urge every American to continue to speak out against these attacks on the interests of the American people. We will continue to fight against further efforts by the Administration and Republicans to defund critical programs that Virginians rely on."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 17(source)

Republicans are trying to ram through their bill to rubberstamp DOGE cuts. I proposed an amendment to protect funding for faith-based organizations that resettle refugees, feed the hungry, and more to support the most vulnerable people around the world. Republicans blocked it.

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

I’m gearing up for a long night fighting the GOP agenda to cut funding for public broadcasting—which are especially important to our rural communities—faith-based organizations helping resettle refugees, and a whole lot more.

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

If you or a loved one needs help, call or text 988. LGBTQ+ young people, you can text “PRIDE” to 988 to reach a counselor with LGBTQ-specific training.

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

3 years ago, the 988 Lifeline launched, a lifesaving resource that provides 24/7 support to folks struggling with their mental health. But Trump is threatening to gut funding for the LGBTQ+ youth specialists at 988—a clear attack on LGBTQ+ rights and safety. We must protect all kids.

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

For the 2nd time this week, I asked a Trump-appointed official—this time the Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources—why the U.S. is letting children starve rather than distribute already-purchased food. Yet again, they had no answer. youtu.be/LZzZYFOBO9E

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@kaine.senate.gov

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Yes or no: If the U.S. has ALREADY purchased specialty foods to keep kids from starving to death, should we deliver that food to dying kids or allow it to spoil, and destroy it? It’s a simple question, but the Trump Administration can’t answer it. Disgusting. youtu.be/lxGK4HA1jXk

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

The Senate is voting soon on a GOP bill to rescind funding for U.S. refugee resettlement efforts—including defunding most faith-based programs. It’s cruel and wrong. youtu.be/MZA9UhqcyKI

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

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social on the Republican-led effort to cancel $8.3 billion in federal funding previously appropriated by a bipartisan majority in Congress for national security programs and keeping Americans safe:

"If Republicans move forward with these massive cuts to the State Department, USAID, and other key agencies and programs, the world will become more unpredictable and unstable, which puts Americans at risk. Experts estimate that 14 million people will die, humanitarian crises will worsen, horrific diseases will spread, our Afghan partners will be faced with increased uncertainty about their futures, and China will become even more emboldened as Beijing continues to fill the leadership void left by the U.S.’s retreat. Destroying USAID and canceling critical U.S. national security programs, without any coherent strategy or rationale for doing so, sets us back when it comes to addressing the many national security challenges that we are facing. Any of our colleagues who care about the security of our great nation should vote against this rescissions package."

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

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 15(source)

Folks are locked out of the workforce by a lack of affordable child care. Child care workers are pushed out of their field by low wages. My bill with @bobbyscott.house.gov and @murray.senate.gov ‬ would cap child care costs at 7% of families' incomes and support child care workers. Let's pass it.

Senator Kaine speaking behind sign that says "Child Care for Working Families."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 15(source)

Numbers don’t lie: Trump’s haphazard tariffs are bad for the economy and bad for your wallet.

Graphic with ripped headlines from the New York Times, CNBC, Axios, and Fox Business on how inflation is rising as Trump's tariffs increase prices.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 15(source)

I’m horrified SCOTUS is allowing Trump to gut the Department of Education. This will hurt every student, weaken access to civil rights protections, and stunt our competitiveness for decades to come. We should invest more in future generations, not less. This is shameful.

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The Supreme Court agreed to allow the Trump administration to proceed with dismantling the Education Department by firing thousands of workers. trib.al/RDmgOEa

A wide view of the U.S. Capitol building in the background along with the Education Department headquarters in the foreground on a sunny morning. A headline reads: “Supreme Court Clears Way for Dismantling of Education Department.” Photo credit: Eric Lee/The New York Times.

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

In Vinton, I met with local officials, parents, and the leadership of the Boys and Girls Club of Southwest Virginia. The club is critical to supporting students and families, but the Trump Administration has paused federal funding they rely on and must release these funds ASAP.

Senator Kaine speaks with with two individuals in a gym.

Senator Kaine shakes hands with a woman.

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

www.kaine.senate.gov/press-releas...

Kaine Applauds Committee Passage of Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Bill | U.S. Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and Ranking Member of the SASC...

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

Big news: this year’s defense bill passed out of committee with provisions I secured to strengthen our national security, support VA’s military installations, invest in shipbuilding, and improve quality of life for servicemembers and their families. Next stop: the Senate floor.

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

It's a difficult time for UVA and those who care about our schools. I had an important discussion with UVA students, faculty and staff on Friday to talk about President Trump's attacks on our universities and will keep doing everything I can to stand up for Virginia’s schools.

Senator Kaine delivers remarks to a group of UVA students.

Senator Kaine poses with a group of UVA students.

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

My statement on reports that the Trump Administration will soon fire nearly 15 percent of the State Department’s domestic workforce:

“President Trump and Secretary of State Rubio are once again making America less safe and less secure. A strong State Department—one that is not only fully staffed, but staffed by qualified experts free from political pressure—is essential to our national security. This is one of the most ridiculous decisions that could possibly be made at a time when China is increasing its diplomatic footprint around the world and establishing an overseas network of military and transportation bases, Russia is continuing its years-long brutal assault of a sovereign country, and the Middle East is careening from crisis to crisis. Our dedicated State Department workforce, their families, and the American people deserve better.”

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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
2025-07-23	—	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)

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