Senator Tim Kaine, Democratic from Virginia

Tim Kaine

Senator Tim Kaine

Tim Kaine began his career as a civil rights lawyer, advocating for fair housing and social justice in Virginia. Elected to the U.S. Senate representing Virginia in 2012, Kaine focuses on military affairs, affordable healthcare, and expanding economic opportunity. He played a leading role in passing bipartisan legislation to reform war powers and co-chairs the Senate Career and Technical Education Caucus. Kaine is known for his collaborative approach, working across party lines to address his constituents’ needs and advance pragmatic solutions for Virginians.

Education

  • J.D., Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
    (1983)
  • B.A., University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
    (1979)

Policy Focus Areas

International Affairs10%
Health9%
Public Lands and Natural Resources4%
Education4%

Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Tim Kaine's record in Congress.

Affordable Care Act Support

Voted for and advocated the Affordable Care Act, expanding healthcare access for millions of Americans.

War Powers Resolution Advocacy

Co-sponsored bipartisan legislation to limit presidential authority on military action without congressional approval.

Opioid Crisis Funding

Secured federal funding for Virginia to expand opioid addiction treatment and prevention programs.

Career and Technical Education

Championed the reauthorization of the Perkins Career and Technical Education Act to strengthen workforce training.

Committee Assignments

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  • Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
  • Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
  • Senate Committee on Armed Services
  • Senate Committee on the Budget

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