At a Glance

Seat

Representative for Massachusetts District 2

Born

November 20, 1959

Age 66

Phone

(202) 225-6101

Office

370 Cannon House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Massachusetts District 2

James P. McGovern

James Patrick McGovern is an American politician who has been a member of the United States House of Representatives since 1997, representing Massachusetts's 2nd congressional district since 2013. A Democrat, he is the ranking member of the House Rules Committee, chaired the Congressional-Executive Commission on China, and is the co-chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission. His district, numbered as the 3rd district from 1997 to 2013, stretches from Worcester to the Pioneer Valley.

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Voting Record — 496

Yes38%

No58%

Present0%

Not Voting3%

Party align98%

Cross-party0%

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District Map

Congressional District 2

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

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James P. McGovern

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMassachusetts District 2

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James P.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 31 sponsored · 202 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 24(source)

My Republican colleagues don’t have the guts to face their constituents & listen to their concerns. If they won’t listen, Democrats will.

McGovern takes town hall tour to GOP district in Pennsylvania - Daily Hampshire Gazette

NORTHAMPTON — Rep. Bob Breshnahan, a Republican congressman elected this year to serve Pennsylvania’s 8th district, is missing in action — no town halls, public forums, or public engagement — accordin...

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 23(source)

Flooding is making the horrific humanitarian crisis in Gaza even worse. I’m grateful that aid organizations are getting food to some of those in need, but Palestinian families need more help. President Trump must pressure Netanyahu to let in ALL humanitarian aid—including shelter—NOW!

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 23(source)

The DOJ's only client is the American People. Its purpose is to defend the Constitution—not serve as the president’s personal defense attorney.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 23(source)

Tonight, I joined a town hall hosted by the Worcester Afghan Cultural Association & the Refugee Assistance Center. Folks in the Afghan refugee community are brave patriots—many fought with American soldiers & heroically served our country. Removing TPS is immoral, & it’s putting their lives at risk.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 22(source)

This is what happens when billionaires control the press. Corporate media execs at @cbsnews.com are pulling punches to protect profits & make sure their next big merger gets approved. This self-censorship is awful for journalism & terrible for democracy.

‘60 Minutes’ Pulled a Segment. A Correspondent Calls It ‘Political.’

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 22(source)

#ChagSameach from Westborough as we approach the end of Hanukkah! Proud to join Congregation B’nai Shalom’s annual Menorah lighting. May the festival of lights bring health, happiness, warmth and love to you and your loved ones—and may we all recommit to building a more peaceful and just world.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 20(source)

In the richest country in history, no one should go hungry—especially during the holidays. Today, I helped distribute food & toys at El Buen Samaritano in Worcester. I’m so grateful to my good friend Mari Gonzalez & her entire team at EBS for their tireless work.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 20(source)

100+ pages of redactions isn’t transparency. It’s a coverup. The Epstein Files Transparency Act is the law of the land, passed by Congress & reluctantly signed into law by the President. AG Bondi is breaking the law to protect rapists & pedophiles with money & power.

Tim Onion

@bencollins.bsky.social

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The Epstein Files, everybody!

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 19(source)

We will tear Trump’s disgraced name off that building and undo every other disgusting vanity project he’s wasted taxpayer time and money on.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 19(source)

Democrats are examining all legal options in the face of the Trump administration’s violation of federal law.

House Judiciary Dems

@democrats-judiciary.house.gov

Open post ↗

🚨 NEWS: Ranking Members @raskin.house.gov and @robertgarcia.house.gov released a joint statement after Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed that the Department of Justice will not be releasing the full Epstein files today.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 19(source)

Trump has never had a healthcare plan, just “concepts.” After a decade in politics, he’s still giving us the same, tired excuses for why he has no solution to fix our rigged healthcare system.

HuffPost

@huffpost.com

Open post ↗

Rep. Jim McGovern stressed that Americans are "sick and tired" of the GOP's "empty rhetoric" on the issue.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 19(source)

It is now taking Pam Bondi an illegally long time for the Trump administration to release all the Epstein Files. By their own admission, they’ve been working on this since February. There is no excuse for a delay. Release the damn files. Do it now.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 19(source)

Hope he has fun playing with his toys while Americans struggle to afford groceries & lose their healthcare. He is by far the most childish, immature, and inept president this country has ever seen.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 19(source)

Last night, the narcissist-in-chief rambled on & on about a “golden economy” that doesn’t exist. His incoherent speech was deranged. I hope he gets the help he needs!

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 18(source)

As if ripping away folks’ healthcare in their Big Ugly Bill weren’t enough, Republicans are now letting your premiums skyrocket. Yet again, they’re refusing to do their job—heading home early for the holidays while millions are worrying about whether they can afford insurance.

House Republican leaders ditch vote on ACA funding, all but ensuring premiums will rise

Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., said Republicans worked on the issue throughout the weekend but could not come to an agreement with a group of members who want the funds extended.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 18(source)

Despite what Republicans say, Trump has never had a healthcare plan. I brought the receipts 💅

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 18(source)

The full tally of the House warmongers (as well as those who voted to prevent endless war) can be found here:

Roll Call 346 Roll Call 346, Bill Number: H. Con. Res. 64, 119th Congress, 1st Session

VOTE QUESTION: On Agreeing to the Resolution, DESCRIPTION: To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress, V...

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 18(source)

Trump’s actions are illegal—and cowardly lawmakers are letting him drag us into what could be yet another costly quagmire that no one except their billionaire buddies in Big Oil want. Read my full statement here:

Press Releases | Congressman Jim McGovern

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 18(source)

I’m furious that almost every House Republican (and one spineless Democrat) once again surrendered Congress' Constitutional responsibility on war to the wannabe dictator in the White House—rejecting my bipartisan resolution which would have directed Trump to end hostilities against Venezuela.

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Sponsored Bills(31)

H. Res. 1068 (119th)
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 143) enabling Congress to adv…
H.R. 7521 (119th)
To lift the trade embargo on Cuba, and for other purposes.
H.R. 7546 (119th)
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medi…
H.J. Res. 143 (119th)
Resolution Act.
H. Res. 999 (119th)
Providing for the consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 997) enabling the House of Repres…

Cosponsored Bills(202)

H.R. 8712 (119th)
To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to require issuers to make certain disclosures …
Joined: 2026-05-07
H. Res. 1249 (119th)
Expressing that the United States is obligated to permanently end the unhoused crisis by 202…
Joined: 2026-04-30
H.R. 8588 (119th)
To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to prohibit consumer reporting agencies that furnish …
Joined: 2026-04-29
H.R. 8531 (119th)
Farmland for Farmers Act of 2026
Joined: 2026-04-27
H. Res. 1212 (119th)
Expressing support for the staff of public, school, academic, and special libraries in the U…
Joined: 2026-04-23

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No leadership roles

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Voting History

496 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.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-09	H. Res. 682 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-09	H. Res. 682 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-08	H.R. 3425 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-08	H.R. 3424 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.J. Res. 105 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-04	H.J. Res. 106 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-04	H.J. Res. 104 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-03	H. Res. 539 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-03	H. Res. 672 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-03	H. Res. 672 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-02	H.R. 747 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-02	H.R. 4216 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	YES	✕	Passed
2025-07-23	H.R. 4275 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-23	H.R. 3357 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-22	H.R. 1917 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-22	H.R. 3937 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-21	H.R. 3351 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-21	H.R. 3095 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H. Res. 590 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-18	H. Res. 590 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	H.R. 1919 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	S. 1582 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	H.R. 3633 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	H. Res. 580 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-16	H. Res. 580 (119th)	Motion to Reconsider	NO	NO	✓	Passed

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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