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U.S. Senator from Massachusetts
Born
July 11, 1946
Age 79
Phone
(202) 224-2742
Office
255 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20515
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Massachusetts

Edward J. Markey

Edward John Markey is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from the state of Massachusetts, a seat he has held since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he served 20 terms as the U.S. representative for Massachusetts's 7th congressional district from 1976 to 2013. Before that, he was a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 1973 to 1976. When Senator Patrick Leahy retired in 2023, Markey became the dean of New England's Congressional delegation.

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Voting Record — 789
Yes24%
No75%
Present0%
Not Voting1%
Party align95%
Cross-party0%
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Edward J. Markey
U.S. SenatorDemocratMassachusetts
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Edward J.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 132 sponsored · 320 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 23(source)
The Trump administration’s expansion of invasive social media surveillance is a clear effort to chill speech and stifle dissent. I wrote to the Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security with @wyden.senate.gov to stop this government overreach.
Democrats push administration on use of AI in social media screening by Adam Taylor A group of senators wrote Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi L. Noem on Friday to seek answers on whether the Trump administration planned to use artificial intelligence to help screen the social media accounts of visa applicants, as well as to demand audits of the effectiveness of social media screening programs.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 21(source)
Republicans tried to eliminate the CFPB. Senator Warren and Senate Democrats stopped that from happening. It’s simple: Democrats are fighting to hold big companies accountable and return money to consumers. Republicans are fighting to give tax breaks to billionaires.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 20(source)
SCOTUS just sided with polluters—again. 115 million people live in areas with dangerously high smog levels, yet this ruling weakens EPA’s ability to stop smog from crossing state lines.This will make Americans sicker. I will keep fighting for public health over corporate wealth.
Supreme Court raises bar for future curbs on industrial air pollution The ruling could complicate EPA’s “good neighbor” rules that aim to clamp down on pollution that crosses state borders.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 20(source)
Extreme heat is the deadliest extreme weather. Yet Trump’s USDA is cutting funding for tree planting programs that make our cities greener, cleaner, and cooler. Planting trees to help Americans combat the climate crisis and stay cool should be a no-brainer.
Grants for forestry, conservation cut over links to DEI ‘propaganda’ Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said she terminated more than 145 awards the department had made in various programs.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 20(source)
Donald Trump says his "Golden Dome" will keep us safe from a nuclear attack. All it will really do is make us poorer, less secure, and more isolated. It’s a gold-plated boondoggle that will enrich defense contractors and ignite a new nuclear arms race. time.com/7295780/sena...
Senator Markey: Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ is Fool’s Gold
Trump's proposal would "bury arms control, balloon the deficit, and boost the bottom lines of billionaires like Musk."
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 20(source)
On World Refugee Day, I am reminded of our nation’s history of welcoming those who have been forced to flee from violence, persecution, disease, famine, and climate disaster. The United States must honor that history and remain a beacon of hope and safety.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 19(source)
This Juneteenth, I had the honor of sitting down with Boston Ben Haith in Roxbury State Heritage Park where the Juneteenth flag he designed first flew. Join me in being inspired by his story as we continue the fight for liberty, justice, and freedom for all. Happy Juneteenth.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 18(source)
This is an important win for dignity, for equal justice under the law, and for all Trans Americans to be able to travel for work, school, and family. We will not stop fighting the Trump agenda of hate and discrimination. www.reuters.com/world/us/us-...
US judge blocks Trump passport policy targeting transgender people
A federal judge on Tuesday blocked the Trump administration from refusing to issue passports to transgender and nonbinary Americans nationwide that reflect their gender identities, after finding it was likely unconstitutional.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 17(source)
Trump’s firing of NRC Commissioner Hanson is an escalation of his efforts to destroy the critical independent regulation that’s required to protect public safety with regard to nuclear activity. Independent agencies must remain independent. Our safety is at stake.
Screenshot of Christopher Hanson's LinkedIn post: This morning I released the following public statement: “Late on Friday, President Trump terminated my position with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission without cause, contrary to existing law and longstanding precedent regarding removal of independent agency appointees. My focus over the last five years has been to prepare the agency for anticipated change in the energy sector, while preserving the independence, integrity, and bipartisan nature of the world’s gold standard nuclear safety institution. It has been an honor to serve alongside the dedicated public servants at the NRC. I continue to have full trust and confidence in their commitment to serve the American people by protecting public health and safety and the environment.”
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 16(source)
A judge has ruled what we already knew—Trump's NIH cuts are brazenly illegal. This cowardly attack on Massachusetts must not stand. www.reuters.com/business/hea...
Federal judge says Trump cuts to NIH grants are illegal, Politico reports
A Massachusetts federal judge has declared the Trump administration's cuts to National Institutes of Health grants are "illegal" and "void," and ordered many of the grants be restored, Politico reported on Monday.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 14(source)
I am horrified by news of the targeted attack on Minnesota state lawmakers and their families this morning. We must denounce political violence in all its forms. My prayers are with the victims and the people of Minnesota following this horrific tragedy.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 14(source)
Trump just gutted California’s clean air waivers. This will unleash 1.6 billion metric tons of emissions and saddle consumers with billions in extra fuel costs. It’s all part of this administration’s Polluters First Agenda. We will fight this.
House Tries to Block California from Cleaning Its Own Air
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 13(source)
A federal judge ruled that Trump must return control of the CA National Guard to the Governor of CA. This is a victory for the rule of law and against Trump’s authoritarianism.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 13(source)
GOP proposed health care cuts will shutter ERs, maternity wards, and mental health care across America—especially in rural areas. Today, I warned Republicans: these aren’t just numbers—they’re lives. We must stop these cuts before it’s too late. www.cbsnews.com/news/medicai...
Medicaid cuts could devastate hundreds of rural hospitals in GOP states, Democrats say
Medicaid cuts in the Trump tax bill could jeopardize 300 rural hospitals, risking service reductions or even closure, a report commissioned by Senate Democrats found.
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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
2025-03-25—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (74-25)
2025-03-25—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (73-25)
2025-03-24—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (60-31)
2025-03-24—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (62-30)
2025-03-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (63-32)
2025-03-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (64-33)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Bill Passed (54-46)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Rejected (27-73)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-52, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (62-38, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-14S. 331 (119th)Final passageNOYES✕Bill Passed (84-16)
2025-03-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (59-40)
2025-03-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (56-39)
2025-03-13—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-45)
2025-03-13S. 331 (119th)End debateNOYES✕Cloture Motion Agreed to (84-15, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-13—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-45)
2025-03-13—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (56-43)
2025-03-13—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (57-41)
2025-03-12—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-46)
2025-03-12—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-03-12—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-46)
2025-03-12—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-03-11—Confirm nomineeNOYES✕Nomination Confirmed (78-19)
2025-03-11—End debateNOYES✕Cloture Motion Agreed to (76-20)
2025-03-11—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-03-11—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-03-10—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (67-32)
2025-03-06S. 331 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNOYES✕Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (82-12, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-06—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (66-30)
2025-03-06—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-43)
2025-03-06—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-43)
2025-03-05S.J. Res. 28 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (51-47)
2025-03-05—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-03-05—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-03-04S.J. Res. 28 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (50-47)
2025-03-04S.J. Res. 3 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (70-27)
2025-03-04S.J. Res. 3 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (70-28)
2025-03-03S. 9 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (51-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-03—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-45)
2025-02-27—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2025-02-27H.J. Res. 35 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (52-47)
2025-02-26S.J. Res. 12 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47)
2025-02-26S.J. Res. 10 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYES✓Joint Resolution Defeated (47-52)
2025-02-26—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (56-43)
2025-02-25—Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-47)
2025-02-25S.J. Res. 11 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (54-44)
2025-02-25S.J. Res. 11 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (54-42)
2025-02-25—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (66-28)

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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