Congresswoman Jen Kiggans
@RepJenKiggans
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Wife, Mom to 4 awesome kids, Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, and former Navy helicopter pilot. Proudly serving VA-02 in Congress!
Virginia’s Second District
Joined December 2022
Read my letter to @EDSecMcMahon urging her to include advanced nursing degrees under the definition of “professional degree” to ensure nursing students don’t have to worry about how they will afford to finish their education.
✍️The Department of Education’s proposed final rule on the definition of “professional degree” makes a gross error in leaving out post-baccalaureate NURSING degrees. Advanced practice nursing degrees take a tremendous amount of time and energy and limiting federal loan
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Whether I’m at home in #VA02 or up in Washington, the best way to stay connected is through my newsletter…! Check out my most recent weekly debrief!! 👉 https://t.co/6DVSD5fdec
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Email from Congressional House The Latest News from VA-02! Hello Friends, Last week we returned to our regular legislative work in Washington! Congress passed bills prioritizing government transp
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I’m honored to serve on the Congressional-Executive Commission on China. At last week’s hearing on religious freedom, we heard testimony from individuals persecuted by the Chinese Communist Party. Our mission is clear: to monitor the rule of law in China and hold the CCP
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I’m honored to represent Virginia’s Second District and am focused on delivering results. With more work to do, I remain committed to bipartisan solutions that keep #VA02 the best place to live, work, and raise a family…!
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The passing of Sarah Beckstrom is heartbreaking. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and fellow service members as they grieve this profound loss. We honor her service and courage and remain grateful for the sacrifices made by all who wear the uniform. We
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On behalf of my family and Team Kiggans, we wish you and your loved ones a very blessed and Happy Thanksgiving! As we gather with friends and family, I’m grateful for our many blessings in America and for the opportunity to serve the greatest country in the world! Enjoy the day
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I am deeply saddened and concerned by the news that National Guard members were shot in Washington, D.C. My thoughts and prayers are with the injured service members and their families during this difficult time. We remain grateful for the dedication of our Guard members, and
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Good news for families this year—the price for your Thanksgiving meal, including turkey, cranberries, stuffing, and dinner rolls has dropped! This is welcome relief for our families here in #VA02…!
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Do you need help navigating the federal government? My office helped Ashley from Virginia Beach resolve an issue involving the U.S. Department of State. Whether it’s securing a passport, resolving a VA claim, or navigating another federal agency, my team is here to help! Reach
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I recently returned to Vanderbilt University School of Nursing to speak with fellow alumni and to receive the Colleen Conway-Welch Award for National Nurse Leadership. As a nurse practitioner with a degree from @vusn, I’m grateful to this institution for an education that has
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I recently sent a letter to Secretary Collins suggesting that the Civilian Health and Medical Program (CHAMPVA) implement a provider directory. CHAMPVA is a crucial healthcare benefit program for caregivers and dependents of permanently and totally disabled veterans, but
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Thank you to ConservAmerica for recognizing my work on conservation with your Congressional Champion award! As a member of @NatResources and the representative of a coastal district, environmental stewardship is incredibly important to me. Thank you to @ConservAmerica for all you
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Great news! The Veterans’ Security and Pay Transparency Act that I introduced alongside @RepMrvan is now law! This bill will support law enforcement personnel at the VA….!
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✍️The Department of Education’s proposed final rule on the definition of “professional degree” makes a gross error in leaving out post-baccalaureate NURSING degrees. Advanced practice nursing degrees take a tremendous amount of time and energy and limiting federal loan
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This is the room where 20 Republicans and Democrats sat together last night at 7:30 PM, ate pizza, and talked about healthcare and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits. Many of these Members signed our letter to Senators Thune and Schumer last week asking to meet with the
News on health talks: A bipartisan group of about 20 House members met tonight to talk about enhanced Obamacare subsidies, per multiple sources They had pizza & discussed different options to address the expiring credits & health care costs Reps. KIGGANS & GOTTHEIMER hosted
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Last night on the House Floor, I had the privilege of recognizing National Family Caregivers Month and honoring the more than 63 million Americans who selflessly care for their loved ones. As a nurse practitioner who has seen firsthand the challenges families face, I know just
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