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Mar 27, 2024
Press
Kiggans Announces Application Period for Law Enforcement Mental Health Grants

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA: Today, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced the opportunity for law enforcement agencies across Virginia’s Second Congressional District to apply for funding through the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Program. Applications are due by April 30, 2024, at 4:59 PM ET. The Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness […]


News and Announcements


Mar 22, 2024
Press

Kiggans Votes to Fund Military, Border Patrol, Critical Healthcare Programs

WASHINGTON, DC: Today, Congresswoman Kiggans released the below statement after voting in favor of the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024. This legislation, which passed out of the House by a bipartisan vote of 286 to 134, provides a total $1.23 trillion in government funding, including for the military, Border Patrol, and other critical services. “For years Washington went […]



Mar 18, 2024
Press

Kiggans Slams President Biden’s Defense Budget

Cites Negative Impacts on Hampton Roads, Lack of Critical Warfighting Capabilities WASHINGTON, DC: Today, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans released the following statement regarding the President’s Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) defense budget: “The President’s inadequate defense budget does not do our country justice. At a time when Russia, China, and Iran are increasing their aggression, the President […]



Mar 14, 2024
Press

Kiggans, Matsui, Merkley Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Keep America’s Nurses, Patients Safe

WASHINGTON, DC: This week, Congresswomen Jen Kiggans (VA-02) and Doris Matsui (CA-07) announced the introduction of the Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act. Senator Jeff Merkley (OR) has introduced this legislation in the Senate.  To meet staffing-related challenges, nurses are often forced to work mandatory overtime beyond their scheduled shift, which can endanger both worker well-being and […]


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Issues

National Security


To combat the growing and complex national security challenges around the world, it is absolutely critical that we have a well-funded military and strong national defense. I am committed to ensuring that Virginia’s Second District has the tools to fulfill the critical role it plays in maintaining our nation’s strong defense force.

Environment


Coastal Virginians know how to be good stewards of the environment without sacrificing jobs or hurting our economy. Not only is the Chesapeake Bay watershed home to roughly 3,600 species of plants and animals, but it also provides countless economic and recreational opportunities, generating $33 billion each year. I look forward to working with my colleagues in Congress and our local partners in Hampton Roads to support common-sense solutions regardless of party that will help us ensure the health and prosperity of our treasured natural resources.

Veterans


Having served for 10 years in the United States Navy and as the wife of a Navy veteran, I have a unique understanding of the issues facing our veterans today. These men and women were willing to put their life on the line for the freedoms we all enjoy, and we owe them a debt that can never truly be repaid. I am committed to providing them with the high quality care and services they have earned and deserve.