South Tidewater News

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans, representing Virginia's 2nd district in the U.S. Congress, shared updates on her recent legislative activities and engagements through a series of tweets. These posts highlight her ongoing efforts to improve veterans' healthcare, enhance community safety, and maintain strong ties with state legislators.

On January 29, 2025, Kiggans announced the introduction of the Representing Our Seniors at VA Act. According to her tweet, "Today I introduced the Representing Our Seniors at VA Act to expand the VA's Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee to include a representative from the National Association of State Veterans Homes. This bill will improve health outcomes for our greatest generation...!"

Later that day, she celebrated a significant legislative achievement with the signing of the Laken Riley Act into law by President Biden. In her tweet posted on January 29, 2025, she stated: "The President just signed the Laken Riley Act into law - making our communities safer and holding violent illegal immigrants accountable. I was proud to support this bipartisan bill that honors Laken’s legacy and prevents similar tragedies from taking place in the future."

Concluding her day's communications, Kiggans shared about her visit to Richmond for a reunion with colleagues from the State Senate and House of Delegates. On January 29, 2025, she tweeted: "I was back in Richmond today for a homecoming visit with my colleagues from the State Senate and House of Delegates! It was a great honor to serve in the General Assembly for three years and I look forward to continuing to work with our state legislators to keep Virginia a great…"