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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.

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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 · 203 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 15(source)

Hundreds of people turned out in Scranton, PA this weekend for a town hall where my colleagues and I discussed building an economic system that works for everyone—not just the wealthy & well-connected. If Republican leaders won’t show up and listen to their constituents—then we will.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 15(source)

He closed the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention & opposes common-sense gun reform. He also supports having military-grade assault weapons on our streets. There’s plenty more we can do than “just pray.”

Mike Sington

@mikesington.bsky.social

Open post ↗

This is infuriating. Trump responds to the Brown University mass shooting: “All we can do now is pray. Just pray.” THAT’S NOT ALL YOU CAN DO! So sick of this Republican inaction on sensible gun control measures.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 15(source)

I voted against the war in Iraq and I’m against Trump trying to start a war in Venezuela because we shouldn’t be wasting trillions of dollars & putting troops in harm’s way when we have so much to fix here at home. No more endless war!

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 15(source)

The guilty verdict against Jimmy Lai is a travesty. He committed no crime other than to offend Chinese authorities with his principled defense of democracy and freedom of expression. Hong Kong authorities should grant him medical release so he can receive proper care.

Hong Kong Court Finds Jimmy Lai Guilty in National Security Trial

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 14(source)

I’m heartbroken by the shooting at Brown University. My prayers are with everyone impacted by yet another horrific act of gun violence—but prayers alone are not enough. We need action to end the epidemic of gun violence in our schools. Enough is enough.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 14(source)

On the first night of Hanukkah, shock & mourning has replaced celebration after today’s antisemitic terror attack in Bondi Beach. I want Jewish families in my district & beyond to know: Antisemitism has no place in our society. Let us all pray for peace, healing and justice.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 14(source)

This is what Trump calls an A+++++ economy. Those at the top are doing better than ever while everyone else gets less and less.

The U.S. economy may be ‘bad to ugly’ right now, but investors are loving every minute of it | Fortune

Stocks sink as weak job growth and rising tariffs push the U.S. economy from “bad to ugly.”

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 13(source)

Once again, Trump & Republicans want to let big tech billionaires do whatever they want. Why won't they let state lawmakers do the jobs they were elected to do? Follow the money...

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Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 13(source)

Let’s not mince words. Donald Trump wants to start a war in Venezuela on behalf of Big Oil. Our answer must be Hell No.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 13(source)

Free advice—it’s your tariffs.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar.com

Open post ↗

Trump says he doesn't know why America can't achieve 25 percent annual economic growth

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 13(source)

I’m tired of hearing Republicans say they’ll have a healthcare plan in 1 or 2 years. We’re out of time—they had an entire year to prevent premiums from skyrocketing, and they’ve done nothing but pass massive tax breaks for billionaires & big corporations.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 12(source)

Susie—please, please send him across the country talking about how affordability is a con job and parents should cut back on Christmas presents. Please. It would be a gift to us.

Paul Eric

@pauleric70.bsky.social

Open post ↗

Trump Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced that the unpopular lame duck President will be put on the campaign trail in 2026 and they're "gonna put him on the ballot." With grocery and healthcare prices skyrocketing, what could go wrong? 🤔😎

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 12(source)

The billionaire class is doing better than ever. It’s an A+ economy for them. For the rest of us who are getting screwed, it’s an F.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar.com

Open post ↗

POLITICO: I wonder what grade you'd give the economy TRUMP: A+ POLITICO: A+? TRUMP: A+++++

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 12(source)

How very Orwellian.

FactPost

@factpostnews.bsky.social

Open post ↗

A new Trump administration proposal would require visitors to the US to submit 5 years of social media activity before entering the country.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 12(source)

Trump said China would pay the tariffs. Just like he said Mexico would pay for the wall.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar.com

Open post ↗

Powell: "Inflation for goods has picked up, reflecting the effects of tariffs."

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 12(source)

UPDATE: Next week on the House Floor, I plan to call up for debate my bipartisan resolution, H. Con. Res. 64. The American people deserve a vote in Congress before Trump starts another endless war & U.S. troops are put in harm’s way in Venezuela.

Rep. Jim McGovern

@repmcgovern.bsky.social

Open post ↗

🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨 I’m partnering with Rep. Massie & @joaquincastrotx.bsky.social to introduce a War Powers Resolution that will force a vote in Congress to block Trump’s insane escalations against Venezuela. No one except Trump wants this war—so I’m going to use every tool I have to stop him.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 11(source)

A HUGE thank you to our incredible fall interns! From answering phone calls, to guiding tours of the Capitol Building, to answering your letters and emails, they’ve done a wonderful job serving the people of #MA02. Wishing them all the best in their next endeavors!

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 11(source)

Secretary Rubio cares more about perfecting the office style guide than the hundreds of thousands of people he killed by gutting USAID.

Rubio Stages Font Coup: Times New Roman Ousts Calibri

The secretary of state called it a "wasteful" diversity move, according to an internal department cable seen by Reuters.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 11(source)

Hunger is a political condition and shouldn’t be a partisan issue, but for some reason, helping hungry families is a “radical” idea. Cuts to nutrition assistance represent a moral failure of this chaotic & cruel GOP majority.

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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(203)

H.R. 8744 (119th)
To prohibit the import of certain goods produced, sourced, made, or otherwise derived from d…
Joined: 2026-05-12
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

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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
2025-07-15	H.R. 1717 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-15	H. Res. 580 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-15	H. Res. 580 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-14	S. 1596 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-14	H.R. 1770 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-14	H.R. 1709 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-03	H.R. 1 (119th)	Accept Senate changes	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-03	H. Res. 566 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-03	H. Res. 566 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-07-02	H. Res. 566 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-02	H. Res. 566 (119th)	Consideration of the Resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-27	H. Res. 516 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-26	H.R. 275 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-26	H.R. 875 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-25	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-25	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-25	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-06-25	H. Res. 519 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-24	—	Motion to Adjourn	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-24	H. Res. 530 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-24	H. Res. 530 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-24	H. Res. 537 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	YES	✕	Passed
2025-06-23	H.R. 3422 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-23	H.R. 3394 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	YES	✕	Passed
2025-06-23	H.R. 1998 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-12	H.R. 2056 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-12	H.R. 2056 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-12	—	Motion to Adjourn	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-12	H.R. 4 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-12	H.R. 4 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-12	S. 331 (119th)	Final passage	NO	YES	✕	Passed
2025-06-11	H. Res. 499 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-11	H. Res. 499 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-10	H.R. 884 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-10	H.R. 2096 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-10	H. Res. 489 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-10	H. Res. 489 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-09	H. Res. 481 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-09	H. Res. 488 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-09	H.R. 2035 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-06	H.R. 2966 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-05	H.R. 2987 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-05	H.R. 2987 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-05	H.R. 2931 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-05	H.R. 2931 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-04	H.R. 2483 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-04	H.R. 2483 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-04	H. Res. 458 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-04	H. Res. 458 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-03	H.R. 1804 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	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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