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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 — 789
Yes37%
No62%
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 · 75 sponsored · 337 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 18(source)
I heard from local farmers and agricultural stakeholders in Loudoun County about President Trump’s proposed tariffs and the uncertainty of federal funding. We also discussed the farm bill and immigration. I’m grateful for their views, which will help me advocate for them better in the Senate.
Senator Kaine sits at a roundtable with others.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 18(source)
My heart aches for the Virginians impacted by the destructive flooding in SW. @markwarner.bsky.social and I wrote the Administration urging the approval of Virginia’s expedited Major Disaster Declaration to quickly get these communities the help they need.
Page one of the letter.
Page two of the letter.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 15(source)
At a time when President Trump is flirting with tariffs that could crush America's farmers, we need a Secretary of Agriculture who understands those communities. Not a right-wing think tank CEO. That's why I voted no on Brooke Rollins' nomination yesterday.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 14(source)
I was just briefed by the National Transportation Safety Board, which is investigating the tragic crash near DCA. We are determined to get to the bottom of what happened. Congress and the Admin owe it to the families impacted by this disaster work together to ensure this never happens again.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 14(source)
In 1959, Mildred Loving and her husband Richard were convicted under Virginia’s ban on interracial marriage. The Lovings waged a historic legal battle for their right to be married and won in the 1967 Loving v. Virginia SCOTUS decision, ending interracial marriage bans in every state.
A black and white photo of Mildred Loving sitting on a couch.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 14(source)
RFK, Jr. can't tell the difference between fact and conspiracy, won't take sides on 9/11, and has challenged established medical science. He's one of the worst appointees ever confirmed by the Senate. I'll do all I can to provide oversight through my work on the Senate health committee.
The Wall Street Journal
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The Senate confirmed RFK Jr. as HHS secretary, putting a longtime critic of vaccines and the medical establishment in charge of U.S. health policy https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/rfk-jr-senate-confirmation-vote-trump-hhs-secretary-d4ad51df?mod=bluesky
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 13(source)
Instead, he has flirted with tariffs that will raise costs and rolled back steps to lower Rx drug costs. Now he’s focused on tax cuts for billionaires at the expense of working Americans.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 13(source)
Trump’s slashing the federal workforce. Who does it hurt? 30% are veterans! (Private workforce is only 5% veterans.) President attacking vets? No surprise since he called them “losers.” I'm pushing back! www.nbcnews.com/politics/dog...
With Elon Musk watching, Trump says he's giving DOGE even more power
Trump endorsed DOGE's work and declined to commit to seek congressional approval for the massive overhaul of federal agencies that he and Musk are pushing.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 12(source)
I presented an amendment to protect student loan forgiveness for public servants—including teachers, firefighters, and nurses—from cuts. These are the benefits they were promised, and Congress should keep its word. Republicans blocked it.
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Next, I pushed for an amendment to make permanent a tax fix that helps make health care more affordable for 5 million Americans. Republicans blocked it.
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Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 12(source)
Next, I pushed for an amendment to make permanent a tax fix that helps make health care more affordable for 5 million Americans. Republicans blocked it.
Senator Tim Kaine
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I’ve been be here all day, pushing for amendments to improve their bill. First up: I proposed an amendment to require experts to estimate the impacts Republicans’ cuts will have on health insurance coverage. Republicans blocked it.
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Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 12(source)
I’ve been be here all day, pushing for amendments to improve their bill. First up: I proposed an amendment to require experts to estimate the impacts Republicans’ cuts will have on health insurance coverage. Republicans blocked it.
Senator Tim Kaine
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It’s a big day on the Budget Committee. Senate Republicans kicked off a process to pass a budget without any Democratic votes. Their goal is simple: to dramatically cut programs that affect every day Virginians, while tariffs raise costs and billionaires get tax cuts.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 12(source)
It’s a big day on the Budget Committee. Senate Republicans kicked off a process to pass a budget without any Democratic votes. Their goal is simple: to dramatically cut programs that affect every day Virginians, while tariffs raise costs and billionaires get tax cuts.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 12(source)
I’m glad to see Virginia make progress in passing legislation that closely models what I’ve advocated for at the federal level. This is a big step forward toward protecting students’ mental health and academic performance. dailyprogress.com/news/state-r...
Bill on cellphones in school passes Virginia House and Senate
A bill calling for state guidelines on cellphones in school that emerged as an early priority of state Senate Democrats has cleared the Senate and House of Delegates.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 11(source)
Delayed access to funds following Trump’s illegal federal funding freeze puts rural folks’ health, safety, and economic stability on the line. I’m using every tool at my disposal to rectify this and help health clinics in SW continue to operate. cardinalnews.org/2025/02/10/h...
Health clinics left reeling after federal grant freeze
About half of Virginia’s federally qualified health centers faced uncertainty as federal disbursements were delayed following President Donald Trump’s executive order freezing grants. The memo laying ...
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 11(source)
Advocacy can still work. Following my urging, the Trump Administration is ending the hiring freeze for National Park Service law enforcement rangers and public safety dispatchers. I know this far from fixes everything, but this is an important sign that, together, we can enact change.
Senator Tim Kaine
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Trump’s NPS hiring freeze paves the way for a damaging loss of staff at national parks—threatening emergency response times, park safety, and local economies in Virginia. I’m urging the Trump Administration to reverse course and protect our parks.
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Voting History
789 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
2025-06-04—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-37)
2025-06-04—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-06-03—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (72-26)
2025-06-03—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (66-28)
2025-06-03—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (59-36)
2025-06-03—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-37)
2025-06-03—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-06-02—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-05-22H.J. Res. 89 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (49-46)
2025-05-22H.J. Res. 89 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-22H.J. Res. 87 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (51-45)
2025-05-22H.J. Res. 87 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-22H.J. Res. 88 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (51-44)
2025-05-21H.J. Res. 88 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (51-46)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Point of Order S.J.Res. 55NONO✓Point of Order Sustained (51-46)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Point of Order S.J.Res. 55NONO✓Point of Order Sustained (51-46)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Motion to Adjourn S.J.Res. 55YESYES✓Motion to Adjourn Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21—Motion (Motion to Recess for Ten Minutes)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (45-52)
2025-05-21—Motion (Motion to Recess for Fifteen Minutes)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21—Motion (Motion to Recess for Thirty Minutes)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21—Motion (Motion to Recess for 60 Minutes)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (45-51)
2025-05-21—Motion (Motion to Recess for Ninety Minutes)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Kill the motionNONO✓Motion to Table Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Kill the motionYESYES✓Motion to Table Failed (46-52)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-46)
2025-05-21S. 1582 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (69-31)
2025-05-19S. 1582 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (66-32, 3/5 majority required)
2025-05-19—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-45)
2025-05-19—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-05-15S. Res. 195 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.Res. 195YESYES✓Motion to Discharge Rejected (45-50)
2025-05-15—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-05-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-05-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-05-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-05-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-43)
2025-05-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-43)
2025-05-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-05-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-05-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-40)
2025-05-13—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (57-41)
2025-05-13—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-44)
2025-05-13—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-05-13—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (74-25)
2025-05-13—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (72-26)
2025-05-13—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-05-12—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-05-12—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-05-12—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-05-08S. 1582 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (48-49, 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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