Senator Tim Kaine, Democratic from Virginia

Tim Kaine

Senate Committee Assignments

Tim Kaine serves on 4 senate committees and 8 subcommittees in the 119th Congress. Tim Kaine holds leadership positions as Ranking Member of the Western Hemisphere, Transnational Crime, Civilian Security, Democracy, Human Rights, and Global Women's Issues Subcommittee and Ranking Member of the Seapower Subcommittee.

Senate Committee on Foreign Relations

Member

The Committee on Foreign Relations leads Senate consideration of U.S. foreign policy, including treaties, diplomatic nominations, foreign aid, and arms control. It shapes legislation concerning international relations and provides oversight of the State Department and other foreign affairs agencies.

Subcommittees

  • Western Hemisphere, Transnational Crime, Civilian Security, Democracy, Human Rights, and Global Women's IssuesRanking Member
  • Near East, South Asia, Central Asia, and Counterterrorism
  • State Department and USAID Management, International Operations, and Bilateral International Development

Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

Member

The Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) oversees matters relating to public health, education, labor standards, employment, and retirement security. It addresses issues ranging from biomedical research and food/drug safety to K-12 education, workplace safety, and private pension plans.

Subcommittees

  • Education and the American Family
  • Employment and Workplace Safety

Senate Committee on Armed Services

Member

The Committee on Armed Services exercises legislative oversight for the nation's military, including the Department of Defense, military research and development, nuclear energy activities, and benefits for members of the armed forces. It also handles the confirmation of presidential nominees for senior defense and military positions.

Subcommittees

  • SeapowerRanking Member
  • Readiness and Management Support
  • Emerging Threats and Capabilities

Senate Committee on the Budget

Member

The Committee on the Budget establishes the annual framework for congressional spending and revenue levels through the budget resolution process. It oversees the Congressional Budget Office and monitors federal budget enforcement, analyzing the financial impact of proposed legislation.

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