119th Congress
Jahana Hayes
Representative, CT-5, Connecticut
Party
- Democrat
- Born
- March 8, 1973 (age 53)
- In Congress
- House since 2019
- Term Ends
- January 3, 2027
- Votes With Party
- 97%
- Missed Votes
- 3%
- Office Phone
- 202-225-4476
- Website
- hayes.house.gov
Committees
- Agriculture
- Education and Workforce
Who Is Jahana Hayes?
Jahana Hayes is a Democratic representative from CT-5 in the 119th Congress. In Congress: House since 2019. Born March 8, 1973, Hayes is 53. On the 310 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Hayes voted on 300 and missed 10. Hayes voted with the majority of their party 97% of the time. Hayes sponsored 41 bills and resolutions this Congress.
How Jahana Hayes Voted
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- NayProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".
- NayPROOF Act
- NayLindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
- YeaRatepayer Protection Act
- YeaWater Resources Development Act of 2026
- YeaNational Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026
- YeaRetire through Ownership Act
- YeaDirecting the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- NayProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision".
- YeaDiesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025
- YeaGUARD Act
- YeaWhistleblower Protection Act of 2025
Bills Jahana Hayes Sponsored
- Clean School Bus Reauthorization Act (H.R. 10782, In Committee)
- WIC for Kids Act (H.R. 10393, In Committee)
- Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act of 2026 (H.R. 9958, In Committee)
- Time for Completion Act (H.R. 9957, In Committee)
- Recognizing the need to improve physical access to many federally funded facilities for all persons of the United States, particularly persons with disabilities. (H.Con.Res. 112, In Committee)
- Green Ribbon Act of 2026 (H.R. 9467, In Committee)
- Fair Telehealth Billing Act of 2026 (H.R. 9431, In Committee)
- Beginning Educator Mentorship and Retention Act (H.R. 9245, In Committee)
- Scratch Cooked Meals for Students Act (H.R. 8928, In Committee)
- Teacher Debt Relief Act (H.R. 8815, In Committee)
- Supporting the designation of the week of May 4 through May 8, 2026, as "Teacher Appreciation Week". (H.Res. 1255, Introduced)
- Supporting the designation of the week of April 27 through May 1, 2026, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week". (H.Res. 1221, Introduced)
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- YouthBuild for the Future Act (H.R. 8333, In Committee)
- Educational Equity Challenge Grant Act of 2026 (H.R. 8263, In Committee)
- Social Determinants for Moms Act (H.R. 8008, In Committee)
- Supporting Trauma-Informed Education Practices Act of 2026 (H.R. 7497, In Committee)
- Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 (H.R. 6088, In Committee)
- School MEALS Act of 2025 (H.R. 6795, In Committee)
- Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025 (H.R. 5950, In Committee)
- Tipped Worker Protection Act (H.R. 5112, In Committee)
- Accurate Mental Health Resources for Our Servicemembers Act of 2025 (H.R. 5040, In Committee)
- Recognizing the need to improve physical access to many federally funded facilities for all people of the United States, particularly people with disabilities. (H.Con.Res. 45, In Committee)
- CARE for Kids Act of 2025 (H.R. 4451, In Committee)
- EQIP Improvement Act of 2025 (H.R. 4133, In Committee)
- Caring for Survivors Act of 2025 (H.R. 2055, In Committee)
- School Violence Prevention Act (H.R. 3968, In Committee)
- See the Board Act (H.R. 3541, In Committee)
- SNAP Administrator Retention Act of 2025 (H.R. 3442, In Committee)
- Supporting the designation of the week of May 5 through May 9, 2025, as "Teacher Appreciation Week". (H.Res. 380, Introduced)
- Supporting the designation of the week of April 28 through May 2, 2025, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week". (H.Res. 355, Introduced)
- Save Our Small Farms Act of 2025 (H.R. 2435, In Committee)
- PROSPECT Act (H.R. 2845, In Committee)
- Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions. (H.Res. 297, Introduced)
- Feed Hungry Veterans Act of 2025 (H.R. 2195, In Committee)
- Caring for Survivors Act of 2025 (H.R. 680, In Committee)
- RAISE Act of 2025 (H.R. 1611, In Committee)
- All Access Act of 2025 (H.R. 1251, In Committee)
- Declaring racism a public health crisis. (H.Res. 119, Introduced)
- Caring for All Families Act (H.R. 1002, In Committee)
- Closing the College Hunger Gap Act (H.R. 777, In Committee)
- Department of Education Protection Act (H.R. 433, In Committee)
Floor Speeches
Hayes spoke on the floor 18 times on 17 session days in the 119th Congress.
- House, June 30, 2026, 39 wordsDirecting the President Pursuant to Section 5(C) of the War Powers Resolution to Remove United States Armed Forces From Hostilities in Lebanon
I was unavailable to vote because of a health emergency. Had I been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 230, NO on Roll Call No. 231, and YEA on Roll Call No. 232.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, May 21, 2026, 397 wordsSharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026
For years, I have worked with Gold Star families to address the overdue need to increase benefits for surviving spouses of servicemembers and veterans who have given their lives in service to the United States of America.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, April 29, 2026, 894 wordsFarm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
Today we are considering a farm bill that fails to meet the needs of families and farmers across the country.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, January 13, 2026, 1,819 wordsProtecting Education for Children With Disabilities
Today, I would like to highlight the concerns of parents who have children living with disabilities. They are scared, concerned, and confused.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, January 7, 2026, 321 wordsRecognizing Joyce Reid-Coleman
I rise today to celebrate the life of Joyce Reid-Coleman, who passed away on December 15 after a courageous battle with cancer.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, December 17, 2025, 363 wordsProviding for Consideration of H.R. 6703, Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act; Providing for Consideration of H.R. 498, Do No Harm in Medicaid Act; Providing for Consideration of H.r...
I rise to defeat the previous question and bring up H.R. 6074, which provides for a clean 3-year extension of the Affordable Care Act enhanced tax credits.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, December 15, 2025, 1,664 wordsDismantling the Department of Education
I rise today as a member of the Committee on Education and Workforce, a teacher, and a parent to lead this Special Order hour on the systemic dismantling of the Department of Education.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, December 12, 2025, 147 wordsHonoring 13th Anniversary of Sandy Hook Shooting
I rise today as this Sunday marks the 13th anniversary of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. On December 14, 2012, a senseless act of gun violence claimed the lives of 20 innocent children and 6 selfless educators.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, November 21, 2025, 2 wordsDenouncing the Horrors of SocialismThat Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗
- House, July 2, 2025, 326 wordsProviding for Consideration of Senate Amendment to H.R. 1, One Big Beautiful Bill Act
I rise today against the Republican reconciliation bill, which would put 42 million Americans at risk of losing their SNAP benefits.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗
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- Providing for Consideration of H.R. 1, One Big Beautiful Bill Act (House, May 21, 2025)
- Education Is of Great Importance to Congressional Black Caucus, Congress, and Constituents (House, April 7, 2025)
- National Taxpayer Advocate Enhancement Act of 2025 (House, March 31, 2025)
- Providing for Consideration of H.J. RES. 24, Providing for Congressional Disapproval of the Rule Submitted by the Department of Energy Relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation... (House, March 25, 2025)
- Ensuring Veterans Have Access to Food Assistance (House, March 11, 2025)
- Securing Article I Authority (House, February 13, 2025)
- Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act (House, February 6, 2025)
- Increasing Dependency and Indemnity Compensation Benefits (House, February 6, 2025)
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Questions About Jahana Hayes
Is Jahana Hayes still in Congress?
Yes. Jahana Hayes is serving as representative from CT-5 in the 119th Congress.
What party is Jahana Hayes?
Jahana Hayes is a Democrat.
When is Jahana Hayes up for reelection?
Hayes's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.
How old is Jahana Hayes?
Jahana Hayes was born March 8, 1973 and is 53.
How often does Jahana Hayes vote with their party?
On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Hayes voted with the majority of their party 97% of the time.
What committees is Jahana Hayes on?
House Committee on Agriculture; House Committee on Education and Workforce.