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Agriculture is Virginia’s largest private industry, providing an economic impact of $82.3 billion annually and more than 381,800 jobs for Virginians. In fact, Virginia’s agricultural production is one of the most diverse in the nation, with many Virginia commodities and products ranking in the top 10 among all U.S. states. I am proud to support policies in Congress that empower Virginia’s farmers and agriculture industry.","source_url":"https://kiggans.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Climate","stance":"Environment","detail":"Coastal Virginians know how to be good stewards of the environment without sacrificing jobs or hurting our economy. Not only is the Chesapeake Bay watershed home to roughly 3,600 species of plants and animals, but it also provides countless economic and recreational opportunities, generating $33 billion each year. I look forward to working with my colleagues in Congress and our local partners in Hampton Roads to support common-sense solutions regardless of party that will help us ensure the health and prosperity of our treasured natural resources.","source_url":"https://kiggans.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Healthcare","detail":"As a geriatric nurse practitioner, I’ve had the privilege of caring for our Greatest Generation for many years. I’m proud to continue my work to provide patients with access to quality, affordable healthcare here in Congress. As the Vice Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Nursing Caucus, I am laser focused on finding solutions that will provide affordable and accessible care for Virginians and all Americans.","source_url":"https://kiggans.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"Agriculture","detail":"Farmers are the backbone of Virginia’s Second Congressional District and our Commonwealth as a whole. Agriculture is Virginia’s largest private industry, providing an economic impact of $82.3 billion annually and more than 381,800 jobs for Virginians. In fact, Virginia’s agricultural production is one of the most diverse in the nation, with many Virginia commodities and products ranking in the top 10 among all U.S. states. I am proud to support policies in Congress that empower Virginia’s farmers and agriculture industry.","source_url":"https://kiggans.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-10"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"Economy","detail":"In the midst of record-breaking inflation and an unprecedented national debt crisis, it is now more important than ever to pursue a commonsense, fiscally responsible agenda that meets the needs of the American people. I am committed to restoring strength in our economy by reining in wasteful spending, supporting pro-growth policies, and ensuring workers have the skills necessary to succeed in the jobs of today and those that will exist in the future.","source_url":"https://kiggans.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-10"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"Environment","detail":"Coastal Virginians know how to be good stewards of the environment without sacrificing jobs or hurting our economy. Not only is the Chesapeake Bay watershed home to roughly 3,600 species of plants and animals, but it also provides countless economic and recreational opportunities, generating $33 billion each year. I look forward to working with my colleagues in Congress and our local partners in Hampton Roads to support common-sense solutions regardless of party that will help us ensure the health and prosperity of our treasured natural resources.","source_url":"https://kiggans.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-10"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"Healthcare","detail":"As a geriatric nurse practitioner, I’ve had the privilege of caring for our Greatest Generation for many years. I’m proud to continue my work to provide patients with access to quality, affordable healthcare here in Congress. As the Vice Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Nursing Caucus, I am laser focused on finding solutions that will provide affordable and accessible care for Virginians and all Americans.","source_url":"https://kiggans.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-10"},{"topic":"Immigration","stance":"Immigration","detail":"I have been to the southern border and seen firsthand how the humanitarian and national security crisis there has spiraled out of control. This self-inflicted crisis is threatening the safety of Americans and emboldening cartels, which are making massive profits off of drug trafficking and exploiting vulnerable migrants. Enough is enough. I am committed to working with anyone, Republican, Democrat, or Independent, to solve the crisis at our southern border and stop the flow of illegal immigration into our country. We must restore the rule of law and support the law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line to defend and maintain our borders.","source_url":"https://kiggans.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-10"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"National Security","detail":"To combat the growing and complex national security challenges around the world, it is absolutely critical that we have a well-funded military and strong national defense. I am committed to ensuring that Virginia’s Second District has the tools to fulfill the critical role it plays in maintaining our nation’s strong defense force.","source_url":"https://kiggans.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-10"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Public Safety","detail":"As a mom of four, the safety of our Hampton Roads communities is one of my top priorities. In the State Senate, I fought tirelessly for our police, firefighters, EMS, and correctional officers to ensure they were fully funded and equipped with the best possible training and resources necessary to keep Virginia Beach safe.","source_url":"https://kiggans.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-10"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"Veterans","detail":"Having served for 10 years in the United States Navy and as the wife and daughter of veterans, I have a unique understanding of the issues facing our veterans today. These men and women were willing to put their life on the line for the freedoms we all enjoy, and we owe them a debt that can never truly be repaid. I am committed to providing them with the high quality care and services they have earned and deserve.","source_url":"https://kiggans.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-10"},{"topic":"Cryptocurrency","stance":"Voted YES on HJ Res 25, repealing the IRS rule that would have required DeFi brokers to report crypto transactions — signed into law by President Trump (Bill: hjres25-119)","detail":"H.J.Res.25 (Congressional Review Act) was signed into law, repealing the IRS rule requiring DeFi protocols to report users' crypto transactions as \"brokers.\" Passed the House 286-X on March 11, 2025 with bipartisan support. This was one of the first crypto-friendly laws enacted in the 119th Congress. Vote recorded via House roll call.","source_url":"https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2025/roll071.xml","source_date":"2025-03-11"},{"topic":"Cryptocurrency","stance":"Voted YES on SJ Res 28, repealing the CFPB rule that would have regulated digital payment apps (Venmo, Cash App, PayPal, crypto wallets) as \"larger participants\" (Bill: sjres28-119)","detail":"S.J.Res.28 disapproves the CFPB rule on \"General-Use Digital Consumer Payment Applications,\" which would have required digital payment apps — including crypto wallets — to register with and be supervised by the CFPB. Passed the House 215-206.","source_url":"https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2025/roll095.xml","source_date":"2025-02-12"}],"committees":[{"committee_name":"House Natural Resources","role":"Member","chamber":"house"},{"committee_name":"House Armed Services","role":"Member","chamber":"house"},{"committee_name":"House Veterans Affairs","role":"Member","chamber":"house"},{"committee_name":"House Natural Resources Subcommittee","role":"Member","chamber":"house"},{"committee_name":"House Veterans Affairs Subcommittee","role":"Member","chamber":"house"}],"finance":[],"vote_count":938,"vote_summary":[{"vote":"No","count":305},{"vote":"Yea","count":300},{"vote":"Aye","count":240},{"vote":"Nay","count":76},{"vote":"Not Voting","count":12},{"vote":"McHenry","count":2},{"vote":"Johnson (LA)","count":2},{"vote":"Present","count":1}],"vote_topics":[{"topic":"Economy","count":66},{"topic":"Procedural","count":51},{"topic":"National Security","count":51},{"topic":"Healthcare","count":37},{"topic":"Climate","count":34},{"topic":"Education","count":31},{"topic":"Criminal Justice","count":31},{"topic":"Energy & Minerals","count":28},{"topic":"Foreign Policy","count":25},{"topic":"Immigration","count":23}],"recent_votes":[{"bill_id":"hr5334-119","bill_title":"An Act to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow early childhood educators to take the educator expense deduction, and for other purposes","vote":"Yea","vote_date":"2026-09-16","chamber":"house","topic":"Taxes","source_url":"https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2026/roll308.xml"},{"bill_id":"hr9576-119","bill_title":"National Fraud Enforcement Division Act","vote":"Yea","vote_date":"2026-09-16","chamber":"house","topic":null,"source_url":"https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2026/roll309.xml"},{"bill_id":"hr10326-119","bill_title":"PROOF Act","vote":"Yea","vote_date":"2026-09-16","chamber":"house","topic":null,"source_url":"https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2026/roll310.xml"},{"bill_id":"hjres213-119","bill_title":"Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”","vote":"Yea","vote_date":"2026-09-16","chamber":"house","topic":"Climate","source_url":"https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2026/roll311.xml"},{"bill_id":"hr9340-119","bill_title":"Ratepayer Protection Act","vote":"Yea","vote_date":"2026-09-16","chamber":"house","topic":"Climate","source_url":"https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2026/roll312.xml"},{"bill_id":"hr9497-119","bill_title":"Water Resources Development Act","vote":"Yea","vote_date":"2026-09-16","chamber":"house","topic":null,"source_url":"https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2026/roll313.xml"},{"bill_id":"s2403-119","bill_title":"Retire through Ownership Act","vote":"Yea","vote_date":"2026-09-16","chamber":"house","topic":null,"source_url":"https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2026/roll314.xml"},{"bill_id":"hres1486-119","bill_title":"Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors","vote":"Yea","vote_date":"2026-09-15","chamber":"house","topic":null,"source_url":"https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2026/roll298.xml"},{"bill_id":"hres1530-119","bill_title":"Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. 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