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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 — 534

Yes38%

No59%

Present0%

Not Voting3%

Party align97%

Cross-party0%

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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 · 31 sponsored · 206 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Reposted byRep. Jim McGovern

Free Speech For People@fsfp.bsky.socialSep 10(source)

🚨 BREAKING: 15 years after Citizens United unleashed unlimited corporate spending, Rep. McGovern just reintroduced the Free and Fair Elections Amendment to end big money’s grip on our politics. 👉 Join the fight to #GetMoneyOut: freespeechforpeople.org/tell-congres...

Tell Congress: Pass the Free and Fair Elections Amendment - Free Speech For People

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

Kids who’ve grown up in the U.S. are AMERICAN. For many Dreamers, this is the only country they’ve ever known. That’s why I signed @hispaniccaucus.bsky.social's letter condemning @DHS for illegally detaining DACA recipients. They deserve to be treated with dignity & given a fair shot to succeed.

Congressional Hispanic Caucus

@hispaniccaucus.bsky.social

Open post ↗

The Trump administration is QUIETLY KILLING DACA. Immigrant youth are our teachers, neighbors, farmworkers, and parents. They contribute billions to our economy. We will not stay silent as this administration dismantles DACA. #ProtectDACA

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

$77B poured into elections since Citizens United. That’s not democracy—it's an auction. Government of, by, and for billionaires & corporations. I just reintroduced the Fair & Free Elections Act to get big money out of politics & put power back in the ballot box where it belongs.

Press Releases | Congressman Jim McGovern

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

Yesterday, six people were killed in a terror attack in East Jerusalem. I strongly condemn this horrific act of violence. Targeting civilians is always abhorrent and always wrong. I send my deepest condolences to the families of the victims.

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

Israel’s airstrike in Doha brazenly violates Qatari sovereignty & international law. Netanyahu clearly has no interest in peace. We shouldn’t send another cent of military aid for his reckless war. Our priority should be a ceasefire, hostages released & a surge of aid into Gaza.

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

So let me get this straight…20 years ago, Democrats forged Trump’s signature on a creepy birthday card to a pedophile...planted it in Epstein’s estate before Trump even ran…and then waited to release it until *after* Trump got reelected? Got it.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar.com

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Leavitt: "The president has one of the most famous signatures in the world, and he has for many many years ... the president did not write that letter. He did not sign those documents. He maintains that position and that position will be argued in court."

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

If America stands for anything, it ought to be human rights. Today, I introduced important amendments to a must-pass defense bill that were designed to defend the inherent rights & dignity of all human beings. This should be a bipartisan issue. Every Republican voted no.

Press Releases | Congressman Jim McGovern

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

People of many faiths agree—we have a moral duty to care for the most vulnerable. Today, I hosted the Interfaith Working Group on Foreign Assistance to discuss how I’m fighting Trump's cruel cuts to global food aid. Too many are afraid to speak out. It’s up to us to lead the charge.

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

The Supreme Court just ruled that ICE can LEGALLY terrorize citizens for being…Latino. This is racial profiling plain & simple. No one should be scared to go to the grocery store or pick up their kids from school because of their race.

Love racism? Great news! Supreme Court rules ICE racial profiling is totally fine. | Opinion

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to get back to grabbing random Latino people in Home Depot parking lots in Los Angeles.

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

Every single Republican on the Rules Committee once again voted to BURY THE EPSTEIN FILES. Why do they continue to protect pedophiles? Instead of draining the swamp, MAGA is pumping it with more shit by defending the wealthy elites they promised to depose. The coverup continues.

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

This is a big deal. A bipartisan majority on the Rules Committee just moved to demand a standalone vote on repealing the 2002 and 1991 Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMFs) as a part of this year’s National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

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

Congress should be helping Americans at home, not spending a trillion dollars on bombs & blank checks to defense contractors. That’s why I will not support this National Defense Authorization Act. It’s time we start feeding the People, not the Pentagon.

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

Who puts this weird perverted shit on a birthday card? Answer—probably someone who’s neck deep in the Epstein Files.

Oversight Dems

@oversightdemocrats.bsky.social

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🚨🚨HERE IT IS: We got Trump’s birthday note to Jeffrey Epstein that the President said doesn’t exist. Trump talks about a “wonderful secret” the two of them shared. What is he hiding? Release the files!

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

Trump thinks domestic abuse is just “a little fight with the wife” and shouldn’t be considered a crime. Disgusting. And not a great look for the guy who’s hiding the Epstein Files.

The Bulwark

@thebulwark.com

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Trump: "Things that take place in the home they call crime....If a man has a little fight with the wife, they say this is a crime."

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

The American People aren’t fooled—Trump’s tariffs are a disaster. He can lie and say the economy is “hot,” but when folks are in the checkout line at the store, they see the truth.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialSep 7(source)

Who the hell asked for this? Oh right—the ultra rich CEOs that Trump’s Transportation Secretary used to represent. Every chance they get, these guys side with the billionaires over the people.

Forbes

@forbes.com

Open post ↗

The Department of Transportation is killing a proposed Biden administration rule that would have required airlines to provide cash refunds to passengers whose flights were significantly disrupted—handing airlines a huge victory.

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

I’ll always stand up for our LGBTQ community—and stand in the way of anyone who threatens their rights & dignity. Loved supporting the talented artists & performers at Pride Worcester’s Festival. I’ll continue fighting to ensure our community is welcoming to everyone.

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

🚨CAUGHT ON CAMERA 🚨 A top official just ADMITTED there is a MASSIVE, ongoing Epstein Files cover up at Trump’s @DOJ. Says they’ll “redact every Republican” from the files and that Ghislane Maxwell was offered something to “keep her mouth shut.” RELEASE THE FILES!

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

Americans don’t trust Washington—and why should they? Too many members abuse their office for personal profit. That’s why I’m backing the Restore Trust in Congress Act to ban Congressional stock trading. My colleagues must choose: serve the public or serve themselves.

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

Trump's tariffs are crushing working people: for the first time since the pandemic, unemployed Americans now outnumber job openings. He’s running the economy into the ground—just like his failed businesses.

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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(206)

H.R. 8863 (119th)
To amend title 5, United States Code, to add certain employees of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tob…
Joined: 2026-05-15
H. Res. 1286 (119th)
Calling for a trade policy that supports workers, consumers, independent farmers, small busi…
Joined: 2026-05-14
H.R. 8798 (119th)
To amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 and the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Ac…
Joined: 2026-05-13
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

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Voting History

534 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
2025-06-26	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
2025-06-03	H.R. 1642 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-22	H.R. 1 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-22	H.R. 1 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-05-22	S.J. Res. 31 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-22	H. Res. 436 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-22	H. Res. 436 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-22	H. Res. 436 (119th)	Consideration of the Resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-22	H. Res. 436 (119th)	Consideration of the Resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-22	—	Motion to Adjourn	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-05-20	S.J. Res. 13 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-20	H.R. 1223 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-20	H. Res. 426 (119th)	Approve resolution	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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