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 — 581

Yes39%

No58%

Present0%

Not Voting3%

Party align96%

Cross-party0%

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District Map

Congressional District 2

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James P. McGovern

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMassachusetts District 2

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James P.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 33 sponsored · 212 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

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

Great to be in Shelburne for my first town hall of 2026! Folks here are angry about Trump's blatant disregard for the law, skyrocketing healthcare premiums, and Republicans’ refusal to do anything to lower costs. Thanks to the 1st Congregational Church of Shelburne for hosting this conversation!

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

I first worked with Natalie Blais when she was a member of my team in my Northampton office. She’s an incredible legislator, a selfless public servant, & a powerful voice in the State House. Most importantly, she’s an awesome person. Wishing her all the best in her next chapter at UMass!

Deerfield Rep. Blais resigning to work at UMass Amherst

Rep. Natalie Blais of Deerfield is resigning from the House to take a job at UMass Amherst as associate vice chancellor for government relation.

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

This is not how the president of a democratic republic speaks. This is how fascist dictators with imperialist ambitions talk.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar.com

Open post ↗

ROGERS: Do you see any checks on your power on the world stage? TRUMP: Yeah. There's one thing. My own morality. My own mind. That's the only thing that can stop me. KANNO-YOUNGS: Not international law? TRUMP: I don't need international law. I'm not looking to hurt people.

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

I just reintroduced a bipartisan War Powers Resolution to force a vote to stop any more strikes. I already forced a first vote last month which lost by only 2. If my Republican colleagues grow a spine, it will pass this time.

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

$40 billion bail out to Argentina, “running” Venezuela, a six figure bribe to everyone in Greenland, giving Qatar an air base in Idaho… …and he has the audacity to say there’s not enough to pay for healthcare in AMERICA?!

Trump plots six-figure offers to Greenlanders to convince them to join the US: report

Trump and his allies have argued that the U.S. should acquire Greenland for national security purposes

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

Republicans keep talking about how great Trump’s economy is. Are they living under a rock? Maybe if they actually held town halls & talked to real people, they’d know the only people who think the economy is great are Epstein elites & multi-billionaires. Everyone else thinks his economy sucks.

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

🚨NEWS: I just voted YES to pass bipartisan legislation that will lower healthcare costs & prevent insurance premiums from skyrocketing. The Senate must act immediately & advance our bill. The American People have no time to waste.

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

His boss literally told us numerous times this week that oil is exactly what this is about. We’re not stupid.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar.com

Open post ↗

FOX NEWS: Is this a takeover of Venezuelan oil by the US? CHRIS WRIGHT: No, definitely not. This is Trump being Trump. This is using the threat of military force to prevent the export of Venezuelan crude.

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

This is flagrantly corrupt and illegal. There’s only one reason they would want to funnel dark money from stolen fossil fuel profits into offshore bank accounts. It’s because they’re stealing it.

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

I’m heartbroken to hear that officer LaPorta was killed in the line of duty yesterday in a terrible car crash. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, his wife, and his young child. We will never forget his selfless service & sacrifice.

Authorities ID Uxbridge police officer killed in overnight crash on Route 146

State police leading investigation into fatal crash involving Uxbridge officer.

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

Last year, many of my colleagues told me Trump would never strike Venezuela, or they couldn’t support my War Powers Resolution because they feared the president. Well, Trump did attack Venezuela, so I’m reintroducing my resolution to force a vote before America is dragged into another endless war.

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

Folks don’t want another costly quagmire that turns into an endless war. That’s why I’m reintroducing my bipartisan War Powers Resolution to rein in this rogue administration & reassert Congress’ authority on matters of war. We’re live NOW—tune in: www.youtube.com/live/rf1Gjw8...

McGovern, Democratic Colleagues Announce Reintroduction of Bipartisan War Powers Resolution

YouTube video by Congressman Jim McGovern

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

As the U.S. withdraws from international institutions, China and Russia aren’t leaving. They’re staying—and shaping the rules without us. This retreat is a gift to authoritarian powers. America steps back, and they step up. Shameful and bad for America. Bad for human rights and democracy.

Trump Withdraws the U.S. From More International Organizations

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

You’ve probably heard a lot of lies from this White House about what’s going on in Venezuela. I’m breaking down the MAGA misinformation 👊

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

I’ve watched the video multiple times. An American citizen was murdered in cold blood by ICE agents because Donald Trump has empowered them to act with impunity. This is a nightmare. This crime must immediately be investigated and prosecuted to the full extent of the law.

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Sponsored Bills(33)

H.R. 9226 (119th)
To direct restoration and protection efforts of the 5-State Connecticut River Watershed regi…
H.R. 8982 (119th)
To direct the Secretary of State to advocate for the inclusion and recognition of the Centra…
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…

Cosponsored Bills(212)

H.R. 9458 (119th)
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 and the Portal-to-Portal Act of 1947 to preven…
Joined: 2026-06-25
H.R. 9442 (119th)
Artificial Intelligence Data Center Moratorium Act
Joined: 2026-06-24
H. Res. 1375 (119th)
Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being…
Joined: 2026-06-18
H.R. 9347 (119th)
To strengthen protections against child labor violations, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-06-18
H.R. 9270 (119th)
To address the enforcement of the immigration laws with respect to unaccompanied minors.
Joined: 2026-06-11

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Voting History

581 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
2025-09-19	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
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

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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