Jahana Hayes
DemocraticConnecticut-5House of Representatives
Jahana Hayes is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative for Connecticut's 5th congressional district since 2019. The district, once represented by U.S. Senator Chris Murphy, comprises much of the state's northwestern portion, including New Britain, Danbury, and Waterbury. A member of the Democratic Party, Hayes became the first Black woman elected to represent Connecticut in Congress. She was recognized as the National Teacher of the Year in 2016.
Source: Wikipedia →Terms of Service
House of Representatives · 2019–2021
House of Representatives · 2021–2023
House of Representatives · 2023–2025
House of Representatives · 2025–present
Sponsored Legislation
To amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to establish a pilot program promoting scratch cooking in school meal programs.
119-HR-8928May 20, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to change certain eligibility provisions for loan forgiveness for teachers, and for other purposes.
119-HR-8815May 14, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Supporting the designation of the week of May 4 through May 8, 2026, as "Teacher Appreciation Week".
119-HRES-1255EducationMay 4, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Supporting the designation of the week of April 27 through May 1, 2026, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week".
119-HRES-1221EducationApr 28, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
YouthBuild for the Future Act
119-HR-8333Labor and EmploymentApr 16, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Educational Equity Challenge Grant Act of 2026
119-HR-8263EducationApr 14, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Social Determinants for Moms Act
119-HR-8008HealthMar 19, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Supporting Trauma-Informed Education Practices Act of 2026
119-HR-7497EducationFeb 11, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
School MEALS Act of 2025
119-HR-6795Agriculture and FoodDec 17, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025
119-HR-6088Agriculture and FoodJan 13, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.
Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025
119-HR-5950Agriculture and FoodNov 7, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
Tipped Worker Protection Act
119-HR-5112Labor and EmploymentSep 3, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Accurate Mental Health Resources for Our Servicemembers Act of 2025
119-HR-5040Armed Forces and National SecurityAug 26, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Recognizing the need to improve physical access to many federally funded facilities for all people of the United States, particularly people with disabilities.
119-HCONRES-45Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesJul 24, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
CARE for Kids Act of 2025
119-HR-4451Agriculture and FoodJul 16, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
EQIP Improvement Act of 2025
119-HR-4133Agriculture and FoodJun 25, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
School Violence Prevention Act
119-HR-3968Crime and Law EnforcementJun 12, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
See the Board Act
119-HR-3541EducationMay 21, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
SNAP Administrator Retention Act of 2025
119-HR-3442Agriculture and FoodMay 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.