Jessica
Killin

Jessica Killin is a fourth-generation Coloradan and former Army Paratrooper who has dedicated her career to serving the U.S. and supporting military families.

After receiving her undergraduate degree on a ROTC scholarship, Killin was deployed overseas and served as a captain and paratrooper in the U.S. Army, leading peacekeeping missions throughout Europe and the Balkans. She went on to earn her law degree at Georgetown before working at USAA to support military families following the 2008 financial crisis. Killin later worked in various congressional offices and as chief of staff for former Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff. Across her career inside and outside of the government, Killin has protected American families by making life more affordable, advocating for public lands, and prioritizing healthy environments for all.

As a representative, Killin will protect Colorado’s public lands and the federal agencies that manage them to ensure a clean and healthy environment for generations to come.

Killin joins the U.S. House after defeating former Representative Jeff Crank who earned a 0% lifetime score on LCV’s National Environmental Scorecard.

“As a fourth-generation Coloradan, I believe protecting our state’s clean air and water is a fundamental responsibility because our economy, health, and way of life are inseparable from the land around us. We must protect our lands and way of life for future generations.” – LCVAF Questionnaire