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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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Tim's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 74 sponsored · 333 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 19(source)
82 years ago today, Jews living in the Nazi-created Warsaw Ghetto undertook an armed uprising against Hitler's occupying forces in what would become the largest single revolt by Jews during World War II. This week, I visited the POLIN Museum in Warsaw to honor their bravery.
Senator Kaine stands in front of a memorial in Warsaw.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 18(source)
Medicaid matters to all who count on it. In VA, that includes: • 62% of nursing home residents • 31% of kids • 1 in 3 births • 319,000 people with disabilities I’m committed to fighting against the Republican plan to strip Medicaid to pay for billionaire tax breaks.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 17(source)
Middle-class families can’t afford Trump’s new national sales tax. I’ll keep doing all I can to reassert Congress’ authority in matters of trade and fight to keep your everyday costs from going up.
Screenshot of a Washington Post article with the headline "Trump’s tariffs are ‘likely’ to push prices up, Fed chief warns"
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 15(source)
Our colleges, students, and economy benefit when students from around the world come to Virginia schools. So why is the Trump Administration revoking their visas without explanation? @markwarner.bsky.social and I demand answers about this flagrant violation of free speech and due process.
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Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 15(source)
Trump and Musk have already fired 7,000 Social Security workers—contributing to unanswered phone calls and long wait times across the country. Being able to make appointments and get questions answered is critical to Virginians' ability to accessing the benefits they've earned.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 15(source)
I am outraged that—in the aftermath of last January’s water crisis—the Trump Administration has canceled $12 million in federal funding for improvements to Richmond’s water treatment plant. This is unacceptable.
8News WRIC Richmond
@wric.com
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President Donald Trump’s administration has canceled a $12 million grant that Richmond was selected to receive for improvements to its water treatment plant in the aftermath of January’…
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 14(source)
The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv and I met with wounded Ukrainian veterans and the dedicated medical staff who are working around the clock to treat them. I am deeply moved by their courage and the sacrifices they've made to protect their country. I will be praying for their ongoing recoveries.
Senator Kaine shakes hands with a man.
Senator Kaine participated in a round table discussion.
Senator Kaine listens as a man shares his story.
Photo of military matches on a white table.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 14(source)
I laid flowers at the Bucha Memorial today to honor the civilians and prisoners of war killed by Russian forces during their occupation of this town in early 2022. After Russia withdrew, mass graves were discovered—showing evidence of executions, torture, and sexual violence.
Senator Kaine somberly stands in front of the Bucha Memorial, holding flowers.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 14(source)
I’m in Ukraine today in the wake of Russia’s horrific Palm Sunday attack in Sumy that killed dozens of innocent civilians, including children, to show my support for our partnership against Putin’s illegal invasion.
Senator Kaine shakes hands outside of a train.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 14(source)
I’m relieved Governor Shapiro and his family are safe after this frightening arson attack on the first night of Passover and am thankful for the swift action of first responders.
Governor Josh Shapiro
@governor.pa.gov
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Last night at the Governor’s Residence, we experienced an attack not just on our family, but on the entire Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This kind of violence has become far too common in our society, and it has to stop.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 14(source)
It’s our responsibility to make sure our veterans get the care they need. I’ve been sounding the alarm about how Trump and Elon’s hiring freeze at the VA and plans to cut tens of thousands of VA jobs—many of which are held by veterans—are a huge mistake. www.pilotonline.com/2025/04/08/e...
Editorial: VA cuts will affect staffing, services for Hampton Roads veterans
The White House is pursuing deep cuts to veterans service staff, actions that could break the nation’s promise to the men and women of our armed forces.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 12(source)
As Passover begins this evening, I want to wish everyone gathering around Seder tables in Virginia and around the world a joyful holiday. Chag Pesach Sameach!
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 11(source)
Happy National Submarine Day! Virginia plays a critical role in building submarines for our nation’s Navy. I’m grateful to the shipbuilders and men and women who serve on these submarines. You make Virginia proud every day!
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 11(source)
On World Parkinson’s Day, I’m thinking of all who’ve struggled with the condition. I’m glad that last year President Biden signed into law a bill I cosponsored that combats Parkinson’s and related conditions. I’ll keep working to support research efforts to end Parkinson’s for good.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govApr 11(source)
From tariffs announced on uninhabited islands to rates changing near daily, the situation with Trump’s new national sales tax is changing so fast it’s hard to keep up. In case you missed it, here’s where we stand and my plan to challenge the biggest tax hike on American families in history:
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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.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2025-07-10—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-45)
2025-07-10—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-43)
2025-07-10—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-07-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (49-45)
2025-07-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (49-46)
2025-07-09—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-44)
2025-07-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-43)
2025-07-09—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-07-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-43)
2025-07-08—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (47-42)
2025-07-08—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (47-41)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Bill Passed (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Bennet Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Agreed to (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Agreed to (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (45-55)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (50-50)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (50-50)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (49-51)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-52)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-53)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Agreed to (99-1)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-52)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Rejected (21-79)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Warnock Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (50-50)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Wyden Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-07-01—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Kennedy Amdt. No. 2775)NONO✓Motion Rejected (54-46, 3/5 majority required)
2025-07-01—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 302(f) of the CBA Re: Collins Amdt. No. 2812)NONO✓Motion Rejected (22-78, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Motion to Waive Section 425(a)(2) of the CBA re: H.R. 1)NONO✓Motion Agreed to (51-48, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Padilla Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313(b)(1)(A) of the Congressional Budget Act Re: Kennedy Amdt. No. 2772 )YESYES✓Motion Rejected (42-58, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Schiff Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Duckworth Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (49-51)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Hassan Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (48-52)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Gallego Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Blumenthal Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Armed Services with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Kaine Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313 (b)(1)(D) of the CBA Re: Amdt. No. 2401)NONO✓Motion Rejected (53-47, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 302(F) of the CBA Re: Murray Amdt. No. 2771)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (49-51, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313(b)(1)(D) of the Congressional Budget Act Re: Merkley Amdt. No. 2446)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313(b)(1)(D) of the CBA Re: Cornyn Amdt. No. 2705)NONO✓Motion Rejected (56-44, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 302(F) of the CBA Re: Amdt. No. 2414)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Blunt Rochester Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (48-52)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 302(F) of the CBA Re: Amdt. No. 2696)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Reed Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (48-52)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Lujan Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (49-51)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (48-52)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Wyden Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)

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