Congresswoman Jen Kiggans

Today, we remember the twelve innocent lives lost in the tragic shooting at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center. We pray for the families who carry the loss each day, and honor the resilience of the survivors and the Virginia Beach community. Seven years later, we are still .

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This year’s National Defense Authorization Act delivers real wins for Hampton Roads:

✅Supports a 7% pay raise for our servicemembers
✅Strengthens our shipbuilding and maritime industrial base
✅Invests in our defense workforce
✅Prioritizes the health, readiness, and retention of naval aviators

I look forward to joining House Armed Services Committee Republicans in the bill’s markup next week and advancing commonsense policies that support our servicemembers and strengthen military readiness…!

Every child in deserves the opportunity to build a strong future. Whether that means saving for college, buying a first home, or building long-term financial security, Trump Accounts are about investing in the next generation. Any child under the age of 18 is eligible for a Trump Account, but children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028 will receive a $1,000 government contribution, with parents serving as custodians until age 18. With 6 million already enrolled, these accounts are helping ensure stability for America’s future…!

For more information👉https://trumpaccounts.gov

Last night we hosted our annual Service Academy Information Night at Landstown High School! Thank you to all of the representatives from our nation’s finest military academies and collegiate programs who came and spoke to students and their families. We are proud to support the next generation of leaders as they explore opportunities to serve our country through higher education and military service. We also held a moment of silence for Lt. Col. Brandon Shah, whose presence and leadership were dearly missed at this year’s event. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event a success!

It was a productive week in the House! From expanding access to critical benefits and protecting constitutional liberties for our nation’s veterans to cutting burdensome red tape that slows housing construction, House Republicans are continuing to deliver commonsense solutions for the American people…!

I was in Virginia Beach this morning for the annual Senior Showcase hosted by Mayor Bobby Dyer’s Commission on Aging! This event brings together organizations that provide health services, social support, financial guidance, housing resources, and other programs that help improve quality of life for older adults. Thank you to Mayor Bobby Dyer and his committee for another informative and well-organized event!

Do you need help navigating the federal government? My office helped Booker 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 out to my office at 757-364-7650 or visit kiggans.house.gov/agencies

Team Kiggans was honored to celebrate the VB Wave trolley ribbon cutting last week at the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center! Thank you to everyone who helped make this investment in connecting our community, supporting local tourism, and strengthening transportation across Hampton Roads possible. Excited to see these new trolleys hit the streets!