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Seat
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.

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.

Illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing undermines our global security, our economy—including VA’s seafood industry—and marine conservation efforts. That’s why I introduced a bipartisan bill that takes crucial steps to deter these practices, especially by China, and hold bad actors accountable.
My colleagues and I wrote to Senate leadership urging the passage of legislation I worked on to bring the costs of prescription drugs down by holding price-raising middlemen accountable. Let’s get it done.
It is imperative that Congress passes a disaster recovery package to help Southwest Virginia—and communities throughout the southeast—get back on their feet in wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Happy birthday to my longtime friend @markwarner.bsky.social! I'm proud to serve alongside you in the Senate and I look forward to continue working together to serve Virginians.
I’m excited to attend this year’s Army-Navy Game! Today, we come together to celebrate one of the best rivalries in college sports. This will be a great game!
Two years ago today, President Biden signed the landmark Respect for Marriage Act, recognizing marriage equality. I’m proud to have voted for this legislation and will always fight to protect Americans’ freedom to marry the person they love.
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Great news! The Stop Campus Hazing Act that I cosponsored to protect students from hazing on college campuses has been passed by Congress and is heading to President Biden's desk to be signed into law. I'll keep working to support our students.
Happy 388th birthday to the U.S. National Guard! The tradition of service as a citizen-soldier has enabled prosperity and security for every generation of Americans. As an Armed Services Committee member, I will continue to support our Guardsmen and their families.
High-speed internet is a necessity. I’m excited more federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law—which I helped pass—is heading to the Commonwealth to close the digital divide and help ensure Virginians have access to reliable internet no matter where they live.
I’ve seen the heartbreaking impacts of Alzheimer’s disease firsthand, which is why I’m proud my bipartisan BOLD Reauthorization Act is now law. This legislation will benefit millions of Americans with Alzheimer’s by supporting public health initiatives that combat the disease.
I’m honored to share that Secretary of the Navy Del Toro has awarded me the Department of the Navy Distinguished Public Service Award for my work on the Armed Services Committee and advocacy for our Sailors and Marines. I remain committed to supporting our servicemembers now and in the future.
Senator Kaine (R) poses with Secretary of the Navy Del Toro (L).
Senator Kaine delivers remarks on stage to a seated crowd.
I’m glad a group of bipartisan legislators are tackling the child care issue in Virginia. I will keep doing all that I can on the federal level—including by pushing to pass my bipartisan bills with Senator Katie Britt to make child care more affordable. richmond.com/news/state-r...
The lack of safe working conditions for journalists in Gaza obstructs an accurate understanding of the crisis. That’s why I wrote to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, calling on the Administration to help protect press freedom and support journalists in Gaza covering the conflict.
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Great news for Virginia: Micron was selected to receive federal funding from bipartisan legislation we passed to expand its chips manufacturing facility in Manassas. This will allow us to make more chips at home, support jobs, and strengthen our supply chains.
Wintergreen residents have only one road for entry and exit, which poses major safety risks in the event of an emergency. That’s why I introduced a bill that would pave the way for the construction of an emergency exit road, enhancing public safety. www.wsls.com/news/local/2...
I’ve talked with Virginians in SW and toured the damage caused by Helene. It’s clear our communities were hit hard. That’s why I’ve advocated for Congress to pass a relief package that supports a full recovery for VA residents, businesses, and public lands. Let’s get it done.
83 years ago, the attack on Pearl Harbor shook our nation. We must honor the men and women who served during WWII, and protect the world they bravely fought to create. The partnerships and alliances that they enabled are critical to our national security and must be preserved and strengthened.
Lead-based paint has been banned for decades, but millions in older homes are still at risk. It’s time to change that, which is why I'm glad over $1.4 million in federal funding is coming to Virginia to address this hazard—building on $11.6 million in funding I announced in Oct.
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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
2025-07-15End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (50-46)
2025-07-15Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-07-15End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-07-15Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (69-30)
2025-07-14End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (60-28)
2025-07-14Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (46-42)
2025-07-10Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (50-45)
2025-07-10End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (51-43)
2025-07-10End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-07-09Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (49-45)
2025-07-09Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (49-46)
2025-07-09End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (51-44)
2025-07-09Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (53-43)
2025-07-09End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-07-09Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (54-43)
2025-07-08End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (47-42)
2025-07-08End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (47-41)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Final passageNONOBill Passed (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONOAmendment Agreed to (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)YESYESMotion Rejected (47-53)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONOAmendment Agreed to (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (45-55)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (50-50)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (50-50)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (49-51)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (48-52)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (47-53)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Agreed to (99-1)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (48-52)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONOAmendment Rejected (21-79)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Warnock Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYESMotion Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (50-50)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Wyden Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYESMotion Rejected (47-53)
2025-07-01Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Kennedy Amdt. No. 2775)NONOMotion Rejected (54-46, 3/5 majority required)
2025-07-01Motion (Motion to Waive Section 302(f) of the CBA Re: Collins Amdt. No. 2812)NONOMotion 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)NONOMotion 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)YESYESMotion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313(b)(1)(A) of the Congressional Budget Act Re: Kennedy Amdt. No. 2772 )YESYESMotion 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)YESYESMotion 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)YESYESMotion Rejected (49-51)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Hassan Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYESMotion Rejected (48-52)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Gallego Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYESMotion 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)YESYESMotion 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)YESYESMotion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313 (b)(1)(D) of the CBA Re: Amdt. No. 2401)NONOMotion Rejected (53-47, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30Motion (Motion to Waive Section 302(F) of the CBA Re: Murray Amdt. No. 2771)YESYESMotion Rejected (49-51, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313(b)(1)(D) of the Congressional Budget Act Re: Merkley Amdt. No. 2446)YESYESMotion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313(b)(1)(D) of the CBA Re: Cornyn Amdt. No. 2705)NONOMotion Rejected (56-44, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30Motion (Motion to Waive Section 302(F) of the CBA Re: Amdt. No. 2414)YESYESMotion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)

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