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

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

Official site Bluesky X @RepMcGovern Facebook Instagram YouTube

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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 · 210 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 29(source)

Thanks @keating.house.gov for hosting the 8th stop of my #EndHungerNow Tour at PACE Food Bank & New Bedford Public Schools’ culinary kitchen! The work they’re doing is so important in our mission to ensure no one goes hungry in the richest country in history. Thank you!

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 29(source)

Medicaid helps people with disabilities live, work, and participate in their communities. It’s shameful that Republicans are cutting those programs. Great to join the 35th annual Providers of Central Massachusetts in Worcester—they’re fighting for folks’ right to live with dignity & respect.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 29(source)

The U.S. must stand for those who defend human rights. Ruth Lopez has been imprisoned for political reasons. The government of El Salvador should release her immediately. The Trump Administration should stand with human rights defenders, not the dictator who jails them. FREE RUTH LOPEZ!!!

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 29(source)

religionnews.com/2026/05/18/t...

The US once led on religious freedom. This administration is dismantling that legacy.

(RNS) — Congress must use every tool at our disposal to demand that this administration reverse course and protect international religious freedom.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 29(source)

Trump is destroying America’s long legacy of defending religious freedom at home and abroad. Click the link in the comments to read my oped about why it matters—and what Congress can do to reverse course before it’s too late.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 28(source)

While many are trying to pull us apart, organizations like the Retired Friends of Greendale are building community. It was an honor to present them with a flag flown over the Capitol to celebrate America’s 250th—a reminder that our common love of country is stronger than what divides us.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 28(source)

I said what I said 🤷

“You guys don’t have the guts or the balls to vote for this!” Rep. Jim McGovern, MA02, brings the Democratic caucus to their feet on the House floor!

I’ve been wanting to write about Rep. Jim McGovern for quite awhile now. He gives incredible floor speeches, and I appreciate that he brings his emotions, empathy and morality to his remarks.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 28(source)

Elections have consequences—and none are more severe than Trump’s Big Ugly Law, which threw at least 700,000 KIDS off nutrition assistance (that we know of). One hungry kid in this country is one too many. Hundreds of thousands is beyond shameful. I’m furious. You should be too.

Sharp Drop in Number of Children Receiving SNAP Food Assistance Under New Federal Law

While cutting SNAP eligibility for children was not a stated target of H.R. 1’s proponents, the cost shift and access barriers are resulting in serious losses of food assistance for low-income childre...

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 28(source)

What a snowflake.

FactPost

@factpostnews.bsky.social

Open post ↗

Vance: You can't boo me. I'm the Vice President of the United States

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 28(source)

I wonder who those buried files “have to do” with…

PatriotTakes 🇺🇸

@patriottakes.bsky.social

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Todd Blanche said there was never an Epstein coverup and “the 3 million pages that are being held back …having nothing to do with Epstein.”

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 28(source)

Everyone deserves access to fresh, local produce—and family farms in Massachusetts are leading the way to make that happen! Great to visit Dan & his brother John from Smiarowski Farms in Sunderland. They grow asparagus, delivered to schools, restaurants, & grocery stores across the Commonwealth!

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 27(source)

He’s not just protecting & pardoning pedophiles—now, he’s using your money to pay them too. Sick.

FactPost

@factpostnews.bsky.social

Open post ↗

Andrew Taake, a registered sex offender who attacked police officers with bear spray during the January 6th insurrection, is applying for Trump's $1.8 billion weaponization slush fund.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 27(source)

The Trump administration is tearing up our public lands to enrich the fossil fuel lobby—making conservation efforts more important than ever before. That’s why I’m thrilled to announce that I secured funding to preserve over 260 acres of prime forest land in Deerfield!

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 27(source)

What Republicans are fine spending your money on: Trump’s ballroom. Trump’s White House arena. Trump’s arc. Trump’s Iran War. What Republicans say we don’t have enough for: Your healthcare. Your social security. Your education. Your roads & bridges. Disgusting.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 27(source)

This administration is a total clown show. How embarrassing for us.

UFC arena under construction on White House lawn to mark Trump’s 80th birthday

The venue is expected to host a mixed martial arts fight on 14 June to also mark the US’s 250th anniversary

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 27(source)

The @IRSnews can look into your finances…but they’re prohibited from investigating Trump, his family, or his businesses EVER AGAIN! Rules for thee, not for me.

Rep. Jim McGovern@repmcgovern.bsky.socialMay 25(source)

Freedom isn’t free. Today, we remember the brave men & women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of freedom, justice, and democracy. We honor their selfless service to our country—which allows us all to live in peace & build a more perfect union in their memory.

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Acyn@acyn.bsky.socialMay 21(source)

McGovern: Can you explain what is happening with the Iran war powers resolution that was scheduled to be voted on this evening? Are we not voting on it because the American people are sick and tired of this illegal war that is costing tens of billions of dollars?

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

Totally deranged.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar.com

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Trump: "If we had Jesus Christ come down and count the votes, I would've won California. But it's a rigged vote."

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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(210)

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
H.R. 9076 (119th)
Postal Data Privacy Act of 2026
Joined: 2026-05-29
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

Leadership

No leadership roles

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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
2026-06-11	H. Res. 1335 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-11	H.R. 9238 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8464 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8464 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8312 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-10	H.R. 7892 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H.R. 5408 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1140 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	S. 2 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	S. 2 (119th)	Motion to Commit	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1140 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1345 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1345 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-08	H.R. 8428 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-08	H.R. 8466 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-05	H.R. 2913 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 518 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H.R. 8646 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H.R. 8646 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 1336 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 1336 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Con. Res. 84 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	NO	✕	Failed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 518 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Con. Res. 86 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7726 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7726 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-03	H.R. 2860 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 1333 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 1333 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	S. 254 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7618 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 6047 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1041 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1041 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1329 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1329 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1300 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1300 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 2616 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 2616 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-20	H.R. 1993 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	S. 1003 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	S. 2393 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 5317 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	YES	✕	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 4544 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 3234 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1299 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-15	H.R. 8469 (119th)	Final passage	NO	YES	✕	Passed
2026-05-15	H.R. 8469 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-05-14	H.R. 8365 (119th)	Final passage	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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