Jahana Hayes
Sourced recordU.S. House - CT District 05 · Congressional District 5
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Profile Snapshot
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, CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Constitutional Government
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Constitutional Government
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Freedom of Speech
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Second Amendment
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Limited Government
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Life, Family & Human Dignity
20%The public record on life, family stability, parental authority, child protection, and human dignity.
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Life, Family & Human Dignity
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Sanctity of Life
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Gender & Biological Reality
Parental Rights
School Choice
Child Protection
Human Trafficking
Adoption & Foster Care
Family Stability
Integrity & Public Leadership
20%The public record on promises, ethics, transparency, consistency, accountability, and use of public power.
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Integrity & Public Leadership
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Corruption Record
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National Security, Law & Elections
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National Security, Law & Elections
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Economic Stewardship
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Economic Stewardship
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Small Business
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Ratings & Endorsements
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Evidence & Sources
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- PartialJahana Hayes is a candidate for U.S. House - CT District 05profile identity· OpenFEC
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Stop Insider Trading Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Stop Insider Trading Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Main Street Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Main Street Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2027, and for other purposes
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Putting Patients First by Strengthening Provider Accountability in FECA Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on EARLY Act Reauthorization
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Take Care of America’s Veterans Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on To name the Department of Veterans Affairs multispecialty clinic in Marietta, Georgia, as the “Colonel Michael H. Boyce Department of Veterans Affairs Multispecialty Clinic”
- VerifiedVoted No on On Agreeing to the Amendment
- VerifiedVoted Yea on National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
- VerifiedVoted Nay on National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Sunshine Protection Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Weatherizing Infrastructure in the North and Terrorism Emergency Readiness Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Improving Travel for American Families Act
- VerifiedVoted Not Voting on Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884; and providing for consideration of the resolution H. Res. 1383
- VerifiedVoted Not Voting on Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884; and providing for consideration of the resolution H. Res. 1383
- VerifiedVoted Not Voting on Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon
- VerifiedVoted Not Voting on Directing the Committee on Ethics to preserve and publicly release records relating to monetary settlements involving acts of sexual harassment
- VerifiedVoted Not Voting on KIDS Act
- VerifiedRaised $4,218,172.13 in the 2026 cycle
- VerifiedPublic statement: Hayes, Booker Lead Bicameral Legislation to Strengthen Environmental Education and Sustainability Literacy in Schools
- VerifiedPublic statement: Hayes Introduces Bill to Lower Costs for Telehealth Patients
- VerifiedPublic statement: Hayes, Kaine Introduce Legislation to Provide Mentorship and Training to New Teachers
- VerifiedPublic statement: Hayes Statement on Iran War Powers Resolution
- VerifiedPublic statement: Hayes Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Bring Fresh Meals to Schools
- VerifiedNews coverage: Rep. Jahana Hayes released from hospital after health scare - NBC Connecticut
- VerifiedNews coverage: Connecticut Rep. Jahana Hayes hospitalized for 48 hours after possible blood clot - WFSB
- VerifiedNews coverage: Connecticut Rep. Jahana Hayes says she's home after possible blood clot scare - CT Insider
- VerifiedNews coverage: Rep. Jahana Hayes treated at emergency room after possible blood clot - fox61.com
- VerifiedNews coverage: Press Release: Congresswoman Jahana Hayes Issues Statement on Iran War Powers Resolution - Quiver Quantitative
- VerifiedNews coverage: Hayes, Courtney, Himes, DeLauro all endorsed by CT Democrats for congressional runs - CT Insider
- VerifiedNews coverage: Press Release: Jahana Hayes Introduces Resolution for National Teacher Appreciation Week - Quiver Quantitative
- VerifiedNews coverage: Press Release: Congresswoman Jahana Hayes Votes in Support of Iran War Powers Resolution - Quiver Quantitative
- VerifiedNews coverage: Congressional Candidate Stumps with Claims of Bribery in Race to Unseat Jahana Hayes - CT Examiner
- VerifiedNews coverage: As shutdown drags on, CT's US Rep. Jahana Hayes recalls time as a SNAP recipient - Connecticut Public
- VerifiedNews coverage: Jahana Hayes defeats George Logan in CT’s 5th House District - CT Mirror
- VerifiedNews coverage: Hayes v. Logan | Connecticut’s battle for the 5th District Congressional seat - fox61.com
- VerifiedNews coverage: Hayes, Logan trade jabs during 5th Congressional district debate - NBC Connecticut
- VerifiedNews coverage: Connecticut Working Families Party endorses Jahana Hayes, John Larson for Congress - Working Families Party
- VerifiedNews coverage: Larson Sworn in to the 116th Congress; Welcomes Jahana Hayes to CT Delegation - Congressman John Larson (.gov)
Bills & Legislative Work
2026-06-25: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
2026-06-24: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
2026-06-10: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
2026-05-20: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
2026-05-14: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
2026-05-04: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
2026-04-30: On agreeing to the Hayes amendment (A006) Agreed to by voice vote.
2026-04-28: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
2026-04-16: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
2026-04-14: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Voting Record Feed
Public Statements
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June 25, 2026 Press Releases Hayes Introduces Bill to Lower Costs for Telehealth Patients June 10, 2026 Press Releases June 4, 2026 Press Releases Hayes Statement on Iran War Powers Resolution May 20, 2026 Press Releases Hayes Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Bring Fresh Meals to Schools May 18, 2026 Pres
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