Congressman Biggs Applauds Appointment of Senator Jon Kyl for Arizona Senate Seat

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey appointed former Senator Jon Kyl to represent Arizona in the U.S. Senate, filling the vacancy left by the late-Senator John McCain. Congressman Biggs released the following statement:

"I congratulate Senator Kyl on this appointment to the U.S. Senate, and I look forward to working with him in the Arizona delegation. Senator Kyl brings a wealth of experience to this job. His longtime devotion to our state and people will give Arizona a much-needed and honest voice for land, water, and military issues. Senator Kyl has a pro-life track record and will work to increase America's economic resurgence and prosperity. I commend him for his decision to return to public service; his leadership is greatly valued."

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Congressman Andy Biggs is a first-term Representative from Arizona's Fifth Congressional District, representing parts of Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, and Queen Creek. Congressman Biggs is a member of the House Judiciary and Science, Space, and Technology committees, and is the chairman of the Environment Subcommittee. He lives with his wife, Cindy, in Gilbert.