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Kiggans Introduces Legislation to Improve GI Bill

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Oct 30, 2023

On October 23, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced she has introduced H.R. 5956, the GI Bill Improvement Act of 2023. H.R. 5956 would amend current law to improve transparency and provide more resources for those looking to use GI Billbenefits.

Kiggans’ Statement on Speaker Vacancy

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Oct 23, 2023

On October 20, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) released the following statement regarding the ongoing effort to fill the Speakership:

Kiggans Leads Charge to Protect U.S. Synagogues Amid Terror in Israel

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Oct 19, 2023

On October 12, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) urged Congressional appropriators to provide robust funding for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program, which helps harden nonprofit organizations and protect them from terror attacks, including houses of worship such as synagogues.

Kiggans Criticizes Lackluster Efforts to Evacuate Americans from Israel

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Oct 18, 2023

Demands more travel assistance and guidance for Americans stuck in the violent conflict

Kiggans Demands Accountability From DoD on Military Housing

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Oct 17, 2023

On October 11, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced that she, Congressman Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), and Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) are demanding answers from the Department of Defense (DoD) following a shocking Government Accountability Office (GAO) report which details poor living conditions on ten unspecified military bases across the United States.

Kiggans Takes Action to Support Israel, Debilitate Hamas Amid Barbaric Attacks

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Oct 16, 2023

On October 11, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced she has cosponsored a bipartisan resolution to condemn Hamas’ brutal and unprovoked attacks, reaffirm Congress’ unwavering support for Israel, and mourn the thousands killed and wounded since October 7, 2023, including at least 14 Americans. H.Res. 768 also condemns Iran’s support of terrorist groups – including Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad – and urges swift and full enforcement of U.S. sanctions to prevent further funding of these groups throughout the Middle East and beyond.

Kiggans Votes to Prevent Government Shutdown

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Oct 8, 2023

On September 30, Congresswoman Kiggans (VA-02) released the following statement upon the passage of H.R. 5860, which fully funds the United States Government through November 17, 2023.

Kiggans Introduces Bill to Support Coastal Virginia’s Ecosystem, Save Taxpayer Dollars

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Oct 1, 2023

On September 26, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced she has introduced H.R. 5490, the Bolstering Ecosystems Against Coastal Harm (BEACH) Act.

Kiggans and Lee Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Prevent Youth Substance Abuse

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Oct 1, 2023

On September 25, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced that she and Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) have introduced the bipartisan Treatment, Recovery, Education, Awareness and Training (TREAT) for Youth Act.

Kiggans Seeks to Pay U.S. Troops During Possible Government Shutdown

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Sep 24, 2023

Last night, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) introduced legislation to ensure members of the military are paid in the event of a government shutdown.

Kiggans Slams Lawmakers for Obstructing Defense Bill

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Sep 24, 2023

On September 20, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) issued the following statement after the House failed to advance H.R. 4365, which would fund the Department of Defense for Fiscal Year 2024.

Kiggans: Delay on Defense Spending Bill is Shameful

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Sep 18, 2023

On September 14, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) released the following statement after a delay in consideration of H.R. 4365, which would fund the Department of Defense for Fiscal Year 2024:

Kiggans Visits Southeast Asia to Assess National Security Threats, Meet with U.S. Troops, Strengthen Ties with Partners

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Sep 9, 2023

Last week, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) joined three colleagues from the House Armed Services Committee for a Congressional Delegation trip to Japan, the Philippines, and Taiwan.

Virginia lawmakers greenlight $1 billion in tax relief with new budget

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Sep 7, 2023

Virginia's General Assembly has passed the 2023 budget bill, with Gov. Glenn Youngkin acknowledging the approval of more than $1 billion in tax relief alongside investments in education, law enforcement and behavioral health care transformation.

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Appeals court ruling back Virginiqa ABC, requiring state licenses for all points in wine shipping supply chain

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Aug 31, 2023

The Virginia Court of Appeals has ruled that wine shipping companies employing drop-shipping strategies must now secure a state license for every step within their supply chain, in contrast to the previous regulation focused solely on the company's home office.

Kiggans, Colleagues Introduce Legislation Aimed at Improving Healthcare Workforce Shortage

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Aug 17, 2023

On Ausgut 14, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced she has introduced the Nurse Corps Tax Parity Act of 2023 alongside Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26), and Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-04).

Kiggans Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Small Businesses Owned by Service-Disabled Veterans

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Aug 9, 2023

On August 7, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced she has introduced the Investing in VETS Act alongside Congressman Frank Mrvan (IN-01).

Kiggans-Backed Bill to Fund Military, Veterans’ Benefits Passes House

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Jul 31, 2023

On July 27, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) released the following statement after voting for H.R. 4366, which provides funding for the Department of Defense (DoD) and fully appropriates funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and related agencies for fiscal year 2024.

Kiggans, Female Colleagues Introduce Bill to Expand Access to Birth Control

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Jul 19, 2023

On July 18,2023, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced she has introduced the Orally Taken Contraception Act of 2023 alongside Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01) in order to increase access to over-the-counter birth control.

Kiggans, Davis, Ciscomani Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Veterans Caregivers

By Eastern Shore Times Report | Jul 18, 2023

This week, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02), Congressman Don Davis (NC-01), and Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation, the Veterans Caregiver Application and Appeals Reform (CARE) Act of 2023. Senators Jon Tester (D-MT) and Mike Braun (R-IN) introduced the Senate version last month.

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