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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 — 831
Yes26%
No73%
Present0%
Not Voting1%
Party align96%
Cross-party0%
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Edward J. Markey
U.S. SenatorDemocratMassachusetts
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Edward J.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 138 sponsored · 324 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

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.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 12(source)
This morning, I released the facts: 338 rural hospitals are at risk from the GOP's Big Ugly Bill. Trump’s Treasury Secretary said they’re “quite satisfied” with gutting Medicaid, Medicare, and the ACA. Patients losing care and workers losing jobs is not policy--it’s cruelty.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 12(source)
Hidden in Republicans' Big Ugly Bill is a provision to destroy rooftop solar—an essential tool used by majority low- and middle-income families to reduce their energy costs.
NYT Headline: Why Rooftop Solar Could Crash Under the G.O.P. Tax Bill Federal tax breaks have fueled a boom. The House bill would end that immediately.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 12(source)
The life-saving COVID vaccine was developed because of federal research investments at a Mass-based company. Disbanding HHS’s COVID advisory panel and targeting Moderna is yet another baseless attack on Massachusetts and example of RFK Jr’s incompetence. Vaccines work. RFK Jr should resign.
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 11(source)
This is Econ 101: cutting off America's supply of cheap solar and wind + surging demand from data centers and gas exports = higher energy prices for everyone. Republicans’ Big Ugly Bill will only fan the flames and make household energy bills more expensive.
Senate Energy Democrats @EnergyDems (https://x.com/EnergyDems) Trump is making electricity more expensive–not less. That’s because of something we’ll call the “Trump Tax”—a combination of tariffs, canceled clean energy investments, and cuts to energy affordability programs. Now his “big, beautiful bill” could make it even worse. (Thread from Senate Dems on Twitter)
Senator Ed Markey@markey.senate.govJun 11(source)
Rolling back the air toxics rule ignores science, law, and morality. Trump and Zeldin's Make America Sick Agenda sacrifices Americans near and far while lining the pockets of fossil fuel execs. Americans deserve clean energy and a healthy, livable future—not dirty power plants.
BREAKING NEWS ALERT EPA to propose rolling back climate rule for power plants Wednesday
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Voting History
831 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
2025-07-23—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (48-47)
2025-07-23—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (49-47)
2025-07-23—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-47)
2025-07-23H.R. 3944 (119th)Begin considerationNOYES✕Motion to Proceed Agreed to (90-8)
2025-07-23—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-23—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-41)
2025-07-22—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (61-35)
2025-07-22—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-07-22H.R. 3944 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNOYES✕Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (91-7, 3/5 majority required)
2025-07-22H.R. 3944 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (50-48)
2025-07-22—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-47)
2025-07-22—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-07-22—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-47)
2025-07-21—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (44-43)
2025-07-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (46-36)
2025-07-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-34)
2025-07-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (57-31)
2025-07-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-40)
2025-07-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-43)
2025-07-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Bill Passed (51-48)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Agreed to (52-47)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-51)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Kill the motionNONO✓Motion to Table Agreed to (51-47)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Motion to Recommit Rejected (47-50)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (46-51)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Motion to Recommit Rejected (47-52)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-52)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Motion to Recommit Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-07-15H.R. 4 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-15H.R. 4 (119th)Motion to Discharge H.R. 4NONO✓Motion to Discharge Agreed to (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-15—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-47)
2025-07-15—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-46)
2025-07-15—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-07-15—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-07-15—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (69-30)
2025-07-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-28)
2025-07-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (46-42)
2025-07-10—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-45)
2025-07-10—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-43)

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