Jennifer Kiggans
Jennifer Kiggans
Candidate, U.S. House Virginia District 2
U.S. House Virginia District 2
Tenure
2023 - Present
Term ends
2027
Years in position
2
Predecessor
Prior offices
Virginia State Senate District 7
Compensation
Elections and appointments
Education
Military
Personal
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Jennifer Kiggans (Republican Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing Virginia's 2nd Congressional District. She assumed office on January 3, 2023. Her current term ends on January 3, 2027.
Kiggans (Republican Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent Virginia's 2nd Congressional District. She declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Kiggans resigned from the Virginia State Senate after she won election the Virginia's 2nd Congressional District.[1]
Biography
Jennifer Kiggans was born in Tampa, Florida. Kiggans served in the U.S. Navy from 1993 to 2003. She earned a bachelor's degree in international relations from Boston University in 1993, a bachelor's degree in nursing from Old Dominion University in 2011, and a master's degree in nursing from Vanderbilt University in 2012.[2][3]
Kiggans' career experience includes working as an adult-geriatric nurse practitioner, a naval aviator helicopter pilot, and a Japan exchange English teacher from 1993 to 1994. She has been associated with American Geriatrics Society, Virginia Geriatrics Society, Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners, American Association of Nurse Practitioners, American Nurses Association, The American Legion Post 110, and Republican Professionals Network.[2][3]
Committee assignments
2023-2024
Kiggans was assigned to the following committees:[Source]
- Committee on Natural Resources
- Federal Lands
- Water, Oceans, and Wildlife, Vice Chairman
- House Committee on Veterans' Affairs
- House Committee on Armed Services
- Cyber, Innovative Technologies, and Information Systems
- Readiness
- Seapower and Projection Forces
Key votes
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Key votes: 118th Congress, 2023
The 118th United States Congress began on January 3, 2023, at which point Republicans held the majority in the U.S. House of Representatives (222-212), and Democrats held the majority in the U.S. Senate (51-49). Joe Biden (D) was the president and Kamala Harris (D) was the vice president. We identified the key votes below using Congress' top-viewed bills list and through marquee coverage of certain votes on Ballotpedia.
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Elections
2026
See also: Virginia's 2nd Congressional District election, 2026
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General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
Endorsements
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2024
See also: Virginia's 2nd Congressional District election, 2024
Virginia's 2nd Congressional District election, 2024 (June 18 Democratic primary)
Virginia's 2nd Congressional District election, 2024 (June 18 Republican primary)
General election
Democratic primary election
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Jennifer Kiggans advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Virginia District 2.
Endorsements
Kiggans received the following endorsements.
- Former President Donald Trump (R)
2022
See also: Virginia's 2nd Congressional District election, 2022
General election
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Garry Hubbard (G)
Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Elaine Luria advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Virginia District 2.
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Neil Smith (D)
Republican primary election
2019
See also: Virginia State Senate elections, 2019
General election
Democratic primary election
Republican primary election
Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
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2024
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2022
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I am a State Senator, geriatric nurse practitioner, U.S. Navy veteran, mother, Navy wife, and Republican candidate for Congress in Virginia’s 2nd District.
I am a strong advocate for pro-growth policies that empower small businesses to do what they do best - create jobs, expand, and bolster our economy, combating the rising cost of living and increase energy costs hurting our families, fighting for election integrity, standing with law enforcement and our first responders to keep Hampton Roads safe, championing conservative values, and standing with parents and students against “wokeism” entering our schools.
I look up to my parent’s leadership styles… My Mother (who was a nurse) set a wonderful example for me to achieve academically. She valued education, studying hard, and being a vocal advocate for issues I felt strongly about. My Father (who is an Army Vietnam veteran) has a leadership style I try to emulate. He is a bold, quiet leader who observes, thinks, then makes a decision to lead. I think I am a good combination of their two personalities, priorities, and leadership traits and it has never steered me wrong!
The most important characteristic for an elected official is to be a good listener. Everyone wants to feel heard in life. When people are struggling or hurting, it is especially important for someone to listen and respond to their needs. As an elected official, my job is to listen, try to understand, and try to provide help for their concerns.
The core responsibility for someone elected to this office is to be a representative of the people and of the district. This means understanding your constituents and their priorities and knowing when to deviate from the majority or caucus to vote according to your district and the will of the people you represent.
I would like to make the world a better place for our older adult patient population. The frail elderly are an underrepresented and sometimes voiceless group who needs more advocates in government. There is much need for nursing home reform and support for our caregivers in the present healthcare system. It is an honor to fight for our Greatest Generation in politics.
My first job was shelving books at our local library after school. It was a great job because it opened my eyes to all the subjects written in books and allowed time for me to read and soak in all kinds of learning from published authors. Plus I always knew what the most read books were in town!
My favorite books are ones written by military prisoners of war from the Vietnam era. Their survival stories of the most challenging of times and how they sacrificed for our country are truly inspiring and incredible. I am in awe of their patriotism and their dedication and service to America.
Our standing on the world stage. I fear that our allies do not trust us and our enemies do not fear us. As a Navy Veteran, I am running for Congress to restore America’s strength in our foreign policy.
Armed Services, Defense Appropriations, Energy and Commerce (Subcommittee on Health).
I am a firm believer that when people come together, we can produce better outcomes.
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2019
Jennifer Kiggans completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Kiggans' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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1. Healthcare reform: Improved insurance coverage for alternative pain treatments such as chiropractors, physical therapy, and homeopathic treatments.
2. Veteran benefits: State tax exemption for military retirement pay.
3. Local business stimulation: Growing the entrepreneurial ecosystem to attract and keep new business including tech industries.
As a healthcare provider, I am most passionate about healthcare reform and mental health advocacy.
Honesty, enthusiasm, creativity, drive
Listen to the constituents they represent and value their priorities.
Working at the local library shelving books (age 15)
Fourth of July. I love everything patriotic
My running shoes. Running is my happy place!
Bipartisan agreement on legislation.
They should be able to listen to each other and to compromise fairly.
Absolutely. We all want what's best for Virginia so let's work together to make that happen.
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Ballotpedia biographical submission form
The candidate completed Ballotpedia's biographical information submission form:
| “ | What is your political philosophy?
Virginians Deserve Better. Is there anything you would like to add? Jen Kiggans, former Navy pilot, nurse practitioner and conservative Republican has entered the race for the Republican nomination in Virginia’s 7th Senate district. The seat is currently held by retiring Senator Frank Wagner and includes parts of Norfolk and Virginia Beach. Jen’s support has been overwhelming in the effort to begin her campaign. In less than 48 hours her campaign collected over 750 petition signatures from across the 7th Senatorial District, three times the 250 signatures required to be placed on the June 11th primary ballot. “This groundswell of support shows Jen’s ability to not only win in November, but to also drive Republican turnout in a number of House of Delegate Districts”, said Delegate Glenn Davis. After earning a degree from Boston University in International Relations, Jen stepped up to serve her country in the United States Navy. Jen served for ten years as a helicopter pilot flying H-46 and H-3 helicopters, completing two deployments to the Persian Gulf. Jen is currently a board-certified Adult-Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner and graduate of Old Dominion University's Nursing School and Vanderbilt University's Nurse Practitioner program. When she is not at EVMS, she also serves as a primary care provider for a small private practice. Jen has a passionate advocate for accessibility and affordability of mental health care and mental health screening. Jen is a member of the Republican Professionals Network of Hampton Roads, American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Virginia Geriatrics Society, and the American Legion. She is a recipient of the Boston University Scarlet Key Award for exceptional leadership and is a graduate of the University of Virginia's Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership. As an everyday citizen who is frustrated with Virginia’s crisis in Richmond, Jen is running for the State Senate because she knows Virginia can do better than the current status quo. If elected, Jen will be a strong voice for Virginia’s veterans and the hardworking taxpayers of the 7th district. She will be a leader on the issues of job creation, keeping healthcare costs down, and upholding the sanctity of human life. Jen believes politics is about public service, not serving one’s self and would be honored to have your support in the June 11th Republican Primary.[17] |
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| —Jennifer Kiggans[2] |
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Notable endorsements
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State legislative tenure
Committee assignments
2020-2021
Kiggans was assigned to the following committees:
- General Laws and Technology Committee
- Local Government Committee
- Rehabilitation and Social Services Committee
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2022
In 2022, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 12 to March 12.
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2021
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In 2021, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 13 to February 8.
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2020
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In 2020, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 8 to March 12. A special session was held from August 18 to November 9.
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Footnotes
- ↑ WRIC, "Special election to fill Kiggans’ Virginia Senate seat set for Jan. 10," accessed November 16, 2022
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Information submitted on Ballotpedia’s biographical information submission form on May 27, 2019
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on May 27, 2022
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.2670 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.185 - To terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.2811 - Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.Con.Res.9 - Denouncing the horrors of socialism." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.1 - Lower Energy Costs Act," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.J.Res.30 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to 'Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rights'." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.J.Res.7 - Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on March 13, 2020." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.3746 - Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "Roll Call 20," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.Res.757 - Declaring the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives to be vacant.," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "Roll Call 527," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.Res.757 - Declaring the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives to be vacant." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.Res.878 - Providing for the expulsion of Representative George Santos from the United States House of Representatives." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
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