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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 · 202 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 10(source)

77 years ago today, Eleanor Roosevelt led passage of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Last month, Trump deleted human rights from the U.S. National Security Strategy. Our leaders ought to care about moral principles & human rights—not just their own money and power.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 9(source)

I’m back in the Capitol today leading debate on behalf of @housedemocrats.bsky.social for the Rules Committee—and instead of doing ANYTHING on affordability, the GOP has us debating more bills with important-sounding titles that do absolutely nothing.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 9(source)

Trump says “don’t be dramatic” when asked about families having to cut back on Christmas presents because his economy sucks. His kids got a gilded playhouse. But he thinks you & yours should learn to live with less.

FactPost

@factpostnews.bsky.social

Open post ↗

Trump to holiday shoppers concerned about high prices: "Look, don't be dramatic."

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 9(source)

It’s his stupid tariffs. This isn’t rocket science.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar.com

Open post ↗

Brooke Rollins: "This weekend you signed an executive order on looking into the reason that so much of these costs have been driven up over and over. Equipment, fertilizer, seed, etc. Why have to understand why that is."

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 9(source)

Republicans could stop your healthcare costs from doubling TODAY. There’s absolutely nothing stopping them. They rushed through their Big Ugly Bill to give billionaires a massive tax cut, but now that working people are about to suffer, they’re dragging their feet.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 8(source)

Trump is obsessed with taking credit for everything. If things were going so well, we’d see the numbers—and he wouldn’t shut up about it.

Unusual Whales

@unusualwhales.bsky.social

Open post ↗

BREAKING: The Bureau of Labor Statistics will not publish the October PPI.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 8(source)

He's clearly in over his head.

Speaker Johnson struggles to keep control of the House floor

The Louisiana Republican has had a rough few weeks as rank-and-file Republicans deploy discharge petitions to go around him and block a key leadership-backed bill on the floor.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 8(source)

Proud to serve as Vice Chair of @equality.house.gov. I’ll always fight for everyone’s freedom to be who they are and for a country where every single person is treated with dignity and respect.

Congressional Equality Caucus

@equality.house.gov

Open post ↗

🌟VICE CHAIR SPOTLIGHT — @repmcgovern.bsky.social🌟 Rep. Jim McGovern is a passionate leader in the fight for LGBTQI+ rights. We were honored when he became a founding member of the Equality Caucus in 2008 and are honored to have him as one of our Vice Chairs! Allow us to introduce you:

Equality Caucus Vice Chair Spotlight. Congressman Jim McGovern, Representing Massachusetts’ 2nd District. IMAGE: Rep. McGovern in front of the U.S. Capitol dome.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 6(source)

I think we should invest in the American people–not pad the pockets of military-industrial complex CEOs. But Trump's reckless nuclear policies are bringing us in the wrong direction. @markey.senate.gov & I are taking action to stop the global nuclear arms race:

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Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 6(source)

Happy to be back for Worcester’s annual Festival of Lights celebration in the Worcester Common! Great to kick off the holiday season with festive lights, delicious food, and performances from local musicians.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 5(source)

No one should have to fight insurers to get medically necessary food. That’s why I introduced the Medical Foods & Formulas Act. I’ll continue fighting greedy insurance companies that pad their pockets while denying people care they need to survive.

Press Releases | Congressman Jim McGovern

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 5(source)

Great to meet with Amherst College President Michael Elliott. Everyone deserves equal access to a quality education—and I am so proud that we have such amazing colleges that make Massachusetts proud!

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 5(source)

Hey Fox News—tell that to the 1+ million Americans who lost their jobs this year thanks to Trump’s stupid economic policies & terrible tariffs. Something tells me they don’t see losing their jobs as “good news.”

FactPost

@factpostnews.bsky.social

Open post ↗

Fox says that "1.1 million job cuts" in 2025 "could be good news for the president" (This is 54% increase from 2024)

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 4(source)

Trump’s illegal war with Venezuela sure isn’t about drugs…but it certainly looks like it could be a whole lot about oil.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 4(source)

I don’t want a war in Venezuela, and I won’t stand by as this administration drags this country into yet another endless war. I’m using every tool I have to stop Trump’s insane escalation in Venezuela.

McGovern introduces resolution seeking to prevent war in Venezuela - Greenfield Recorder

U.S. Rep Jim McGovern has joined two other members of Congress in introducing a bipartisan resolution that would block the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump from engaging in “hostilities w...

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 4(source)

The GOP economic platform: Struggling to pay for food? Relax. Can’t make next month’s rent? Relax. Going without health insurance because it’s too expensive? Relax. Don't worry, Republicans have the solution to your economic problems: just relax!

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 4(source)

Straight out of the the fascist playbook: dehumanizing human beings, using disgusting words like “garbage” to demonize immigrants.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 4(source)

More proof that tariffs are bad for American consumers, and they’re bad for business too.

Costco sues the Trump administration, seeking a refund of tariffs

The wholesaler is the latest company to sue a federal agency over the president's signature economic policy.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialDec 4(source)

🚨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 3(source)

Every year on December 3rd, I take a moment to remember & honor the #Worcester6 firefighters—heroes who we tragically lost in 1999. I am forever grateful to Worcester Fire Department and all first responders who put their lives on the line every day to keep us safe.

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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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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
2025-11-19	H. Res. 888 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-11-19	S.J. Res. 80 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-19	H.J. Res. 131 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-19	H.J. Res. 130 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 888 (119th)	Motion to Refer	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 878 (119th)	Approve resolution	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 879 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 879 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H.R. 4405 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 878 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-11-18	H.R. 2659 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-17	H.R. 1608 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-13	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Accept Senate changes	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-12	H. Res. 873 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-19	H. Res. 719 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-19	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-19	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-18	H.R. 1047 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-18	H.R. 3015 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-18	H.R. 3062 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 713 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H.R. 5143 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H.R. 5125 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 722 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 722 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 5140 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 4922 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 2721 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H. Res. 707 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H. Res. 707 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-15	H.R. 3400 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-15	H.J. Res. 117 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-11	H.R. 3486 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-11	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Instruct negotiators	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
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	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
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	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to

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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