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U.S. Senator from Maryland

Born

January 10, 1959

Age 67

Phone

(202) 224-4654

Office

730 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Maryland

Chris Van Hollen

Christopher Van Hollen Jr. is an American attorney and politician serving as the senior United States senator from Maryland, a seat he has held since 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the U.S. representative for Maryland's 8th congressional district from 2003 to 2017 and as a Maryland state senator from 1995 to 2003.

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Voting Record — 773

Yes25%

No73%

Present0%

Not Voting2%

Party align97%

Cross-party0%

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Chris Van Hollen

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Chris's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 56 sponsored · 408 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 6(source)

This mass killing of children is unconscionable. It bears the hallmarks of a war crime. Trump & Hegseth must answer for the US's role & they must be held accountable. People deserve the full truth. There must be an immediate & transparent investigation. www.nytimes.com/2026/03/05/w...

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 6(source)

Good riddance. Now how about the rest of the Cabinet? www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 5(source)

Our Ambassadors should have a basic understanding of the Constitution. But apparently, that's too much to ask of this Admin. Trump's pick to be Ambassador to El Salvador (who was also Noem's deputy at DHS) had trouble answering basic questions about our Constitution.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 5(source)

Trump is already spending $1 BILLION PER DAY on his illegal regime change war of choice in Iran. Now, he's going to ask Congress to give him up to $50 BILLION MORE. My vote: hell NO.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 5(source)

Today, Trump hosted AI execs to ask them to "pledge" to cover the electricity costs of their data centers. One problem? It's smoke and mirrors. Consumers should understand that if he's serious, Trump would support my Power for the People Act to make these protections LAW.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 4(source)

Senate Republicans just voted to block our War Powers Resolution & allow Trump's regime-change war of choice in Iran. Once again, they're contracting out their constitutional duties to Donald Trump, despite the will of their constituents. Shameful. www.axios.com/2026/03/04/i...

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 4(source)

Trump and his cronies are still hiding the Epstein files. They should be held in contempt. Release the damn files! www.wsj.com/us-news/law/...

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 4(source)

Today, Congress was finally briefed on Trump's war of choice in Iran. Even behind closed doors, they couldn't get their story straight. But one thing is clear: they don't have a clue what the end game is, and it sure as hell isn't making America safer.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 3(source)

Again, when it's time to put up or shut up in court, the Trump Admin loses. This is a moment to commend the law firms that refused to appease a bullying president & shame those who capitulated. History — and hopefully future clients — will remember who stood firm & who folded.

Trump Administration Abandons Efforts to Impose Orders on Law Firms

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 3(source)

Not only has this Admin launched a regime-change war of choice that the American people don't want, they can't even get their story straight about why they did it. American servicemembers and hundreds of civilians have been killed — and all they can do is lie.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 2(source)

Netanyahu got what he wanted but what about the American people? What about the servicemembers who died? What about the nearly 200 schoolchildren killed? There's a reason why past presidents didn’t go to war with Iran: they refused to risk American lives to open Pandora’s Box.

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Netanyahu says Trump fulfilled his dreams: In bombing Iran, Israel now has the "assistance of the United States, my friend, US President Donald Trump, and the US military. This coalition of forces allows us to do what I have yearned to do for 40 years"

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 1(source)

New reports that ICE is moving around 100 vehicles from Minneapolis to Washington Co, MD are alarming. I’m pressing for answers & will continue to fight back against Trump’s lawless ICE & mass deportation operation in our communities. This is not what Marylanders want.

ICE Moves Minneapolis Fleet to Williamsport Detention Warehouse

As ICE builds out a detention infrastructure across the mid-Atlantic, equipment from its Minneapolis operation is heading to Maryland.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 1(source)

Trump's attack on Iran was not America First. Trump was played by Israeli PM Netanyahu and the Saudi Crown Prince. Putting Americans at risk to advance their personal ambitions is a complete betrayal of the American people. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govMar 1(source)

I’m thinking of the brave American soldiers killed today. They should still be with us. Trump said he would keep us out of war. This is his war of choice. I am praying for their loved ones. www.axios.com/2026/03/01/u...

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 28(source)

Remember all those times Trump & Vance said they wouldn’t drag America into another war? They LIED. Their actions today put American lives at risk, undermine our broader interests around the world, & will cost taxpayers billions of dollars.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 28(source)

As Black History Month draws to a close, we celebrate the enormous contributions made by Black Americans and resolve to never allow the Trump Admin to erase, diminish, or whitewash that history. American history and Black history are one story.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 27(source)

This is unprecedented. A company owned by the President's family, is seeking approvals from a federal agency over which the President has total control — including to hire & fire the people granting approvals. The company, the deal, the entire process is corrupt to the core.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 27(source)

With the SAVE Act stalled in the Senate, Trump is preparing to turn to Plan B: outright stealing our elections. Trump's never been more unpopular, so, he's trying to take away the last remaining check on his power: the will of the people.

Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govFeb 26(source)

Another example of how Trump and his White House only care about “the politics” of putting American lives at risk, not the reality of putting American lives at risk. They should just keep their promise of ‘No New Wars.’

White House officials believe ‘the politics are a lot better’ if Israel strikes Iran first

As the administration mulls military action in Iran, officials argue it’d be best ifIsrael makes the first move.

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Sponsored Bills(56)

S. 4306 (119th)
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose a surtax on high income individu…
S.J. Res. 180 (119th)
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities with…
S.J. Res. 158 (119th)
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military …
S. 4196 (119th)
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to return the estate, gift, and generation…
S. 4178 (119th)
A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to e…

Cosponsored Bills(408)

S. Res. 724 (119th)
A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in…
Joined: 2026-05-11
S. 4466 (119th)
A bill to provide a Foreign Service officer career pathway for former United States Agency f…
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. 4478 (119th)
A bill to protect the credit of Federal workers during a government shutdown.
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. Res. 715 (119th)
A resolution recognizing escalating threats to freedom of the press and freedom of speech wo…
Joined: 2026-04-30
S.J. Res. 191 (119th)
A joint resolution to direct removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within o…
Joined: 2026-04-30

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Voting History

773 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
2025-06-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (56-42)
2025-06-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (61-35)
2025-06-23	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (58-33)
2025-06-18	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-06-18	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-06-18	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-46)
2025-06-17	S. 1582 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Bill Passed (68-30)
2025-06-17	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-06-17	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (57-40)
2025-06-17	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-06-17	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (46-39)
2025-06-16	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (44-33)
2025-06-12	S. 1582 (119th)	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (67-27, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-12	S. 1582 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Agreed to (67-30)
2025-06-12	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Amdt. No. 2307)	NO	NO	✓	Motion Agreed to (64-33, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-12	S. 1582 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Table Failed (45-52)
2025-06-12	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-44)
2025-06-11	S.J. Res. 54 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 54	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (39-56)
2025-06-11	S.J. Res. 53 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 53	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (39-56)
2025-06-11	S. 1582 (119th)	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (68-30, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-11	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)
2025-06-10	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-43)
2025-06-10	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-44)
2025-06-10	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-44)
2025-06-10	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (48-45)
2025-06-10	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-41)
2025-06-09	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-43)
2025-06-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-41)
2025-06-05	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-40)
2025-06-05	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-43)
2025-06-05	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-43)
2025-06-05	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-43)
2025-06-04	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (57-38)
2025-06-04	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (48-46)
2025-06-04	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-06-04	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-37)
2025-06-04	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-06-03	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (72-26)
2025-06-03	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (66-28)
2025-06-03	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (59-36)
2025-06-03	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-37)
2025-06-03	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-06-02	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-05-22	H.J. Res. 89 (119th)	Joint Resolution H.J.Res. 89	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (49-46)
2025-05-22	H.J. Res. 89 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-22	H.J. Res. 87 (119th)	Joint Resolution H.J.Res. 87	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (51-45)
2025-05-22	H.J. Res. 87 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-22	H.J. Res. 88 (119th)	Joint Resolution H.J.Res. 88	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (51-44)
2025-05-21	H.J. Res. 88 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-21	S.J. Res. 55 (119th)	Joint Resolution S.J.Res. 55	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (51-46)

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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