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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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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.”

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

Great start to the day! @markwarner.bsky.social and I were glad to celebrate the achievements of Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts from VA, many of whom have earned the Gold Award or the rank of Eagle Scout, in D.C. As a former Boy Scout, I had a great time speaking with these future leaders.

Senators Kaine and Warner pose with two scouts and their family.

Senator Kaine shakes hands with a scout.

Senator Kaine delivers remarks at a podium.

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

My statement after President Trump pledged a 50 percent tariff on goods from Brazil in response to steps the country is taking to hold its former president accountable for attempting a coup:

"The last thing Americans want is another trade war that will raise prices and throw businesses into uncertainty—and for what? To punish Brazil for taking steps to hold President Trump’s disgraced friend accountable for trying to overthrow its government? Trump is so sensitive about his own attempted coup on January 6 that he’s willing to put deranged political grievances and his own interests over what’s best for our economy. As multiple courts have ruled, most of Trump’s tariffs are illegal and an abuse of executive authorities. Using tariffs to interfere with foreign judicial proceedings takes abuse of power to a whole new level.

I will use all available means to block these latest job-killing tariffs, which are nothing more than a tax on American consumers."

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

My statement on Virginia slipping in CNBC’s Top States for Business ranking:

"Virginia’s slip in CNBC’s Top States for Business ranking once again highlights that the chaos and uncertainty caused by President Trump’s tariffs, the slashing of federal funding, and the politicizing and hollowing out of the federal workforce are gut punches to Virginia’s economy. While I’m glad to see Virginia ranked first in the education category, I worry we won’t hang on to it for long if Trump keeps meddling in our universities. I will continue to do everything I can to protect Virginia’s economy and schools from this disastrous administration."

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

richmond.com/opinion/colu...

Kaine, Warner: Virginia must resist Trump's attacks on higher ed – before it's too late

We fear that what happened at UVa is just the beginning. Already, the Trump administration appears to be eyeing its next target: George Mason University President Gregory Washington.

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

Virginia’s institutions of higher learning must remain places of academic freedom, critical thinking and open dialogue. The last thing we need is a deeply unpopular administration undermining one of the key factors in our success. My latest w/ @markwarner.bsky.social for @richmond.com:

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Washington Post Opinions@postopinions.bsky.socialJul 8(source)

"If Congress doesn’t act, the Social Security Trust Fund will be insolvent as soon as 2033, and millions of Americans who have been paying into the program will see a significant portion of their promised benefits cut." The latest from Sen. Bill Cassidy and Sen. Tim Kaine (@kaine.senate.gov):

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.govJul 9(source)

Despite my opposition, the GOP passed a partisan megabill that gives the ultra-wealthy tax breaks by massively cutting nutrition benefits—and food banks don’t have the resources to fill the impending gap. This is wrong. www.axios.com/local/richmo...

New SNAP rules could push Virginia food banks to brink

"It's going to be impossible for food banks to fill the gap."

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Tina Smith@smith.senate.govJul 9(source)

Equal protection under law. The right to due process. The promise that everyone born on American soil is treated as a citizen. The 14th Amendment is clear: Trump is not a king. He can’t re-write it – no matter how hard he may try.

Senator Tim Kaine

@kaine.senate.gov

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157 years ago, the 14th Amendment was ratified—guaranteeing equal protection and due process under law and birthright citizenship. I’ll continue to stand up against Trump Administration’s illegal attempts to unilaterally end birthright citizenship and roll back civil rights.

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

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

My statement on my appointment to the Board of Visitors for the United States Military Academy at West Point:

“I am deeply honored to be appointed to the Board of Visitors for the United States Military Academy. Since 1802, the United States Military Academy has turned thousands of patriotic young people into some of the world’s finest military officers. I look forward to serving on the Board and working to continue the tradition and excellence that West Point has upheld across generations.”

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

My heart is with all those impacted by the devastating flash floods in Texas. I’m grateful to the first responders for their tireless rescue efforts, and will always do everything I can to ensure our federal agencies tasked with disaster response have the resources they need.

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

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social on President Trump signing into law the GOP’s partisan budget megabill:

Donald Trump and congressional Republicans have made it clear that that they are willing to sell out millions of Americans in order to give tax breaks to the ultra-wealthy. This legislation is cruel and reckless - tearing health care away from millions of Americans, slashing critical assistance programs, killing jobs, and exploding our debt.
Virginians deserve better, especially on a day that is meant to be about celebrating the promise of America and freedom from tyranny.

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

Wishing you a happy and safe Fourth of July! As we celebrate our great nation’s founding, let’s renew our shared commitment to freedom, unity, and justice.

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

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social slamming the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans’ partisan budget megabill:

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

I love our National Parks—some of America’s greatest treasures. This Park and Recreation Month, I hope you’ll have the chance to enjoy our parks for yourself, and join us in our work to protect them from the Trump Administration’s efforts to understaff and underfund them.

Senator Kaine chats with two people while on a hike with mountains in the background.

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

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social on the Trump Administration illegally withholding $108 million from Virginia schools:

"Virginians know that high-quality public schools and the well-being of our children are critical to the Commonwealth’s future and economic success. The Trump Administration’s decision to withhold over $6 billion in funding that Congress appropriated for schools across the country, while pushing for a disastrous megabill that slashes programs Virginians rely on to fund tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy, tells you everything you need to know about their priorities. This move will devastate students, especially those in our rural communities. We demand that the Administration immediately provide Virginia schools with the $108 million in funding we voted to secure, and urge all of Virginia’s leaders to do the same."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 2(source)

61 years ago today, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 became law. It finally outlawed segregation in everyday places, such as restaurants, theaters, and hotels. We’ve come a long way since, but there’s still a lot of progress to be made. Today, let’s continue that work.

Historic photo of President Johnson signing the Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law.

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

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social after we voted NO on the dangerous Republican megabill:

"Today, Republicans jammed through a partisan megabill that slashes Medicaid, nutrition assistance, and other critical programs that Americans rely on in order to pay for massive tax breaks to the very rich. It’s clear that the Trump Administration and congressional Republicans are only interested in helping the wealthiest—even if it means ripping off working- and middle-class people, killing jobs, and hurting our economy. Americans deserve better than this. We are committed to doing everything we can to ensure all Virginians have the support they need in the wake of this disastrous legislation."

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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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