Langevin launches reelection campaign
Congressman Jim Langevin hosted a virtual rally Monday to kick off his reelection campaign to represent Rhode Island’s Second Congressional District for an 11th term. A resident of Warwick, Langevin was the first quadriplegic elected to Congress, is a senior member of the House Armed Services and Homeland Security Committees, and is a commissioner on the 8nited States Cyberspace Solarium Commission, where he is a leading voice in cybersecurity.
“It has been an honor of a lifetime to fight for the people of Rhode Island in Washington and help middle-class families, workers, and small business owners,” said Langevin. “The people of the Second District have put their trust in me throughout the years to represent them in Congress, and I am committed as ever to listen and advocate on their behalf. I intend to continue to work tirelessly and leverage my experience to advance our state and help Rhode Islanders succeed.”
Langevin has represented the people of Rhode Island in Washington since 2000. He is a former Rhode Island State Representative and Secretary of State. He began his public service to give back to the community that provided a tremendous outpouring of support after a life changing incident. At the age of 16, as a participant in a police explorer program, an accidental gun discharge left him paralyzed.
In addition to his roles in national security, Langevin has focused on legislation to create economic and educational opportunity. As the co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional Career and Technical Education Caucus, he has led legislation to grow jobs and strengthen the nation’s economy. He has also been a staunch advocate for legislation to improve support and accessibility for Americans with disabilities, promote gun safety, preserve the environment, and increase federal funding for lifesaving research.
As a member of Rhode Island’s Congressional Delegation, the Congressman has supported key federal relief legislation to help the state overcome the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security CARES Act, which delivered Rhode Island more than $1.25 billion in federal relief.