- Mrs. Jahana Hayes
- Current Democratic Representative
- Connecticut District 05
- Age: 53
- Phone: (202) 225-4476
- Official Website
Today, we honor the brave servicemembers who sacrifice their lives to protect our freedom. Thank you for your service & commitment 🇺🇸 https://t.co/TLLp3nqrXg
Federal policy should incentivize teacher recruitment and retention – not create unnecessary burdens that keep educators out of the profession they love. My legislation aims to address one aspect of that by closing a loophole in the public service loan forgiveness program. https://t.co/kg1BvlaLWb
Changes made by Secretary McMahon will result in thousands of public sector employees being disqualified from student loan forgiveness. She may not have answers, but CT has an Attorney General who is challenging these new restrictive rules. https://t.co/4DHoUM26Ma
Federal TRIO Programs were designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. Taking these workforce development programs away slams the doors of opportunity for 43,000 low income and first generation students who just need a shot. https://t.co/ok20ntH1D4
At a time of high teacher shortages, policies of this administration to reclassify “professional degrees” makes it more difficult for new, diverse teachers to afford the necessary advanced degrees to serve in their communities. https://t.co/lu4f4qNGo5
This National Police Week we recognize both the sacrifice of fallen officers and the ongoing service of law enforcement professionals. Thank you for keeping us safe. https://t.co/pS8BbH0q02
A time was had at the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Night Market Celebration. So many came together to recognize the contributions and influence of the AANHPI community to the history, culture, and achievements of our country. https://t.co/0G1JIvxbiE
Under current law, educators are prohibited from simultaneously enrolling in certain loan-forgiveness programs. I introduced the Teacher Debt Relief Act to address this issue and the crucial need to recruit and retain educators in high-need, low-income schools. Read more: https://t.co/ldyiiQa87m
Participated in a @NewDemCoalition roundtable discussion to better understand how federal policies are impacting access to mental health care. Â During #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, this conversation highlighted the importance of breaking stigmas and ensuring every person & community feels supported.
Meeting on the move! Creative Music Center on behalf of the National Association of Music Merchants visited DC to highlight the importance of arts & music education in enhancing student well-being and engagement. https://t.co/mb23cENKIw
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Committee on Agriculture
- Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry
- Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture (Ranking Member)
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Committee on Education and Workforce
- Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education
- Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions
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HR.8815 - 2026-05-14
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to change certain eligibility provisions for loan forgiveness for teachers, and for other purposes. -
HRES.1255 - 2026-05-04
Supporting the designation of the week of May 4 through May 8, 2026, as "Teacher Appreciation Week". -
HRES.1221 - 2026-04-28
Supporting the designation of the week of April 27 through May 1, 2026, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week". -
HR.8333 - 2026-04-16
YouthBuild for the Future Act -
HR.8263 - 2026-04-14
Educational Equity Challenge Grant Act of 2026 -
HR.8008 - 2026-03-19
Social Determinants for Moms Act -
HR.7497 - 2026-02-11
Supporting Trauma-Informed Education Practices Act of 2026 -
HR.6795 - 2025-12-17
School MEALS Act of 2025 -
HR.6088 - 2025-11-18
Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 -
HR.5950 - 2025-11-07
Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025 -
HR.5112 - 2025-09-03
Tipped Worker Protection Act -
HR.5040 - 2025-08-26
Accurate Mental Health Resources for Our Servicemembers Act of 2025 -
HCONRES.45 - 2025-07-23
Recognizing the need to improve physical access to many federally funded facilities for all people of the United States, particularly people with disabilities. -
HR.4451 - 2025-07-16
CARE for Kids Act of 2025 -
HR.4133 - 2025-06-25
EQIP Improvement Act of 2025 -
HR.3968 - 2025-06-12
School Violence Prevention Act -
HR.3541 - 2025-05-21
See the Board Act -
HR.3442 - 2025-05-15
SNAP Administrator Retention Act of 2025 -
HRES.380 - 2025-05-05
Supporting the designation of the week of May 5 through May 9, 2025, as "Teacher Appreciation Week".
| Congress | Years | Chamber | Role | State | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 119th Congress | 2025–present | House of Representatives | Representative | Connecticut (CT) | 5 |
| 118th Congress | 2023–2025 | House of Representatives | Representative | Connecticut (CT) | 5 |
| 117th Congress | 2021–2023 | House of Representatives | Representative | Connecticut (CT) | 5 |
| 116th Congress | 2019–2021 | House of Representatives | Representative | Connecticut (CT) | 5 |
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