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Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Kimberlyn King-Hinds has introduced HR 9316, the Travel Assistance for Veterans in Medical Deserts Act, to expand eligibility for Department of Veterans Affairs beneficiary travel reimbursements for veterans residing in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and the Freely Associated States.
We were very proud to see Chamorro culture and cuisine highlighted on Hawaii News Now by celebrated chef Sheldon Simeon, a James Beard Award finalist and Top Chef alum who is widely recognized as one of Hawaii’s most influential culinary voices. During the feature, Chef Simeon showcased chicken kelaguen, a beloved Chamorro dish with deep roots in t
Last week, our Washington congressional office welcomed Lizzy Vise as a John A. Knauss Fellow for a year-long placement. Sponsored by the National Sea Grant College Program, Lizzy will support the office on marine policy issues and related legislative priorities. Lizzy is a 2026 M.S. candidate in Environmental Science at Louisiana State University and previously earned her B.S.
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Meet Kimberlyn
Kimberlyn King-Hinds began her service to the U.S. House of Representatives for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)on January 3, 2025. She is the second person to hold this office and the first woman from the CNMI to represent her people in Congress.
Kimberlyn King-Hinds was born and raised on the island of Tinian, where she developed a deep connection to her community and culture. She holds a Juris Doctor degree, along with a Native Hawaiian Law Certificate, from the William S. Richardson School of Law at the University of Hawaii. She also earned a Master of Human Resource Management with honors and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Loyola Marymount University.
Congresswoman King-Hinds is committed to addressing the pressing challenges of the Northern Mariana Islands, including strengthening public health, improving infrastructure, advancing education, increasing access to affordable transportation options, and advocating for economic development. Her legal and public service background uniquely positions her to represent the CNMI’s interests in Washington, D.C. Ms. King-Hinds is focused on fostering collaboration across federal, local, and community stakeholders to bring meaningful progress to her constituents.