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Jahana
Hayes

Incumbent Democratic U.S. Representative for Connecticut's 5th District and former 2016 National Teacher of the Year

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endorsements
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Opponents Chris Shea R+ 1 more Compare race →

Background

Jahana Hayes is the Democratic U.S. Representative for Connecticut's 5th Congressional District, having served since January 3, 2019, when she was first elected to the 116th Congress. 13 She is a native of Waterbury, Connecticut, where she taught history at John F. Kennedy High School for 15 years before entering public life. 13 Hayes was named the 2016 National Teacher of the Year and later served as a public school administrator. 13 She earned degrees from Naugatuck Valley Community College, Southern Connecticut State University, the University of Saint Joseph, and the University of Bridgeport, in fields including history, secondary education, curriculum and instruction, and administrative leadership. 13

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 5, Connecticut
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative, Connecticut's 5th Congressional District
Website
jahanahayes.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Voting record

How Jahana Hayes voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 3, 2023 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
1,909
missed
1.0%
with their party’s majority
97%

Recent key votes

  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · S2403 · Economy & jobs
    Retire through Ownership Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9497 · Climate & energy
    Water Resources Development Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9340 · Climate & energy
    Ratepayer Protection Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HJRES213 · Climate & energy
    Providing 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”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety
    PROOF Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9576 · Crime & public safety
    National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HJRES210 · Climate & energy
    Providing 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”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HR9500 · Taxes & budget
    Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes

Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 1,909 votes →

Timeline

  1. Nov 3
    news
    General Election Day: Hayes (D) vs. Chris Shea (R) in CT-5

    Jahana Hayes (Democrat) and Chris Shea (Republican) are listed as the candidates for the November 3 general election in Connecticut's 5th Congressional District. Hayes's Democratic primary was canceled and she advanced automatically.

    CT voter guide for the General election on Nov 03, 2026. · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 11
    news
    Hayes holds ~$1M cash-on-hand advantage over Republican challenger Chris Shea

    The Hartford Courant reported Hayes had about $1 million cash on hand as of June 30, while Shea had $145,000 as of July 22, with Hayes outraising Shea four to one. Cook Political Report rated the race 'Solid Democrat.'

    Former Navy SEAL and pro-Trump Republican challenging Jahana Hayes in CT-5 · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 11
    news
    Hayes campaign warns CT-5 is 'not a safe seat' despite strong financial advantage

    The Hartford Courant quoted a Hayes campaign email saying 'Connecticut's 5th District is not a safe seat,' with Hayes noting the district's mix of urban, suburban, and rural voters meant she had to earn every vote.

    Former Navy SEAL and pro-Trump Republican challenging Jahana Hayes in CT-5 · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 9
    filing
    Hayes joins bipartisan bill to reauthorize EPA Clean School Bus Program for five years

    Hayes joined Reps. Greg Landsman and Buddy Carter in introducing a bipartisan bill to reauthorize the EPA's Clean School Bus Program for five years.

    Press Release: Jahana Hayes, Greg Landsman and Buddy Carter Introduce Clean School Bus Reauthorization Act | Stock News · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 7
    news
    Hayes seeks top Democratic post on House Education and Workforce Committee

    The Connecticut Mirror reported Hayes was seeking the top Democratic post on the House Education and Workforce Committee, saying she would turn to that leadership contest after Election Day.

    With eye on gavels, CT Dems envision oversight if they win ... · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Oct 4
    news
    Hayes says she is not taking reelection for granted, discusses political future

    In a WTNH TV interview, Hayes said she was not taking reelection for granted and touched on her political future beyond the current race.

    Jahana Hayes not taking reelection for granted, weighs future plans · Oct 4, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 17
    news
    Hayes votes for Water Resources Development Act with $50M for CT districts

    Hayes announced she voted for the Water Resources Development Act of 2026, which included $50 million in project support for Danbury ($32M), New Britain ($5M), Thomaston ($8M), and Waterbury ($5M).

    Hayes Votes for Water Infrastructure Projects Supporting Danbury ... · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 16
    news
    Hayes and CT House delegation vote against Russia sanctions bill, citing weak enforcement

    Hayes and Connecticut's House delegation stated they voted against H.R. 10076, arguing the bill lacked enforceable sanctions and additional military aid for Ukraine.

    CT House Delegation Statement On Russia Sanctions Bill · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Sep 15
    news
    Hayes introduces WIC for Kids Act to reduce enrollment barriers for families

    Hayes introduced the WIC for Kids Act, which her office said would reduce enrollment barriers by extending automatic eligibility to qualifying households participating in programs including SNAP, CHIP, and Head Start.

    Hayes Introduces Legislation to Increase WIC Enrollment for ... · Sep 15, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • League of Conservation Voters Action Fund organization
    Listed as endorsed for the 2026 general election on the LCV Action Fund endorsements page; no specific announcement date given. lcv.org
  • Committee to Protect Health Care organization
    Appears on Hayes's campaign 2026 endorsements page; no date or further details provided. jahanahayes.com
  • Higher Heights for America PAC organization
    Listed as endorsed for reelection; no specific announcement date given. higherheightsforamericapac.org
  • Connecticut AFL-CIO union
    Listed as endorsed candidate for U.S. House, District 5, on the Connecticut AFL-CIO 2026 endorsements page; no specific announcement date given. ctaflcio.org
  • MoveOn organization
    MoveOn announced its endorsement of Hayes for reelection. front.moveon.org · Sep 21, 2026
  • Sierra Club Connecticut Chapter organization
    Listed among 2026 U.S. House endorsements on the Sierra Club Connecticut chapter page dated September 10, 2026. connecticut.sierraclub.org · Sep 10, 2026
  • AFGE (American Federation of Government Employees) union
    Largest federal employee union endorsed Hayes and four other incumbent Connecticut representatives for reelection. afge.org · Aug 6, 2026
  • Connecticut's 5th Congressional District Democratic Delegates official
    Hayes won her district's party endorsement at the convention; reported by the campaign and CT News Junkie. jahanahayes.com · May 11, 2026

Past elections

General election results for federal office, from the Federal Election Commission.

YearSeatResultVotesShare
2022U.S. House CT-05 · DWon127,83850.4%
2020U.S. House CT-05 · DWon192,48455.1%
2018U.S. House CT-05 · DWon151,22555.9%

Covers the 2016 to 2022 general elections. The FEC has not yet published 2024 congressional results.

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$1.29M
Spent
$728K
Cash on hand
$1.08M

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H8CT05245(opens in a new tab)

Sources 24

  1. [1] Former Navy SEAL and pro-Trump Republican challenging Jahana Hayes in CT-5(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  2. [2] Issues(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  3. [3] Gun Violence Prevention | Congresswoman Jahana Hayes(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  4. [4] CT voter guide for the General election on Nov 03, 2026.(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  5. [5] Press Release: Jahana Hayes, Greg Landsman and Buddy Carter Introduce Clean School Bus Reauthorization Act | Stock News(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  6. [6] 2026 Connecticut AFL-CIO Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  7. [7] 2026 Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  8. [8] With eye on gavels, CT Dems envision oversight if they win ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  9. [9] Housing(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  10. [10] Jahana Hayes not taking reelection for granted, weighs future plans(opens in a new tab) Oct 4, 2026
  11. [11] 2026 Endorsements -Higher Heights for America PAC(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  12. [12] Climate and Environment | Congresswoman Jahana Hayes(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  13. [13] Jahana Hayes : MoveOn: People-Powered Progress(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  14. [14] Hayes Votes for Water Infrastructure Projects Supporting Danbury ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  15. [15] CT House Delegation Statement On Russia Sanctions Bill(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
  16. [16] Hayes Introduces Legislation to Increase WIC Enrollment for ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  17. [17] ENDORSEMENTS | sierraclub-ct(opens in a new tab) Sep 10, 2026
  18. [18] 2025-2026 Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Aug 28, 2026
  19. [19] Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses 5 Connecticut ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 6, 2026
  20. [20] Hayes Statement On Massie Amendment #8 Vote(opens in a new tab) Jul 16, 2026
  21. [21] Hayes, Courtney, Himes, DeLauro all endorsed by CT ...(opens in a new tab) May 11, 2026
  22. [22] Hayes Votes No On Homeland Security Bill(opens in a new tab) Jan 22, 2026
  23. [23] Hayes Rejects Republican Budget Proposal Which Would ...(opens in a new tab) Apr 10, 2025
  24. [24] Hayes Brings Power Back to the People | Congresswoman(opens in a new tab) May 20, 2019
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