Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]
Democrat · CT · 21 bills sponsored
Supporting Trauma-Informed Education Practices Act of 2026
# Supporting Trauma-Informed Education Practices Act of 2026 **What the Bill Would Do** HR 7497 would establish federal support for "trauma-informed education practices" in schools across the United States. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available summary, such bills typically aim to help schools recognize and respond to students who have experienced trauma (such as abuse, violence, or loss), and to train teachers and staff in trauma-aware teaching methods. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect K-12 public schools, educators, school administrators, and students—particularly those who have experienced trauma. It may also involve federal funding or grants to support implementation of these practices. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-Connecticut) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been voted on by the full House. This is an early stage in the legislative process. To learn more about the specific provisions and funding mechanisms, you would need to review the bill's full text on Congress.gov.
School MEALS Act of 2025
# School MEALS Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The School MEALS Act of 2025 (HR 6795) is a proposed federal law designed to expand or improve meal programs in schools. While specific details aren't available in the summary provided, bills with "MEALS" in the title typically focus on increasing access to nutritious food for students, potentially expanding eligibility for free or reduced-price lunch programs, improving meal quality standards, or increasing federal funding for school nutrition initiatives. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect school-age children, especially those from low-income families who rely on school meals for nutrition. It would also impact schools and school districts that administer meal programs, as well as food service workers and suppliers. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-CT). For more detailed information about specific provisions, you can search for the bill on Congress.gov using the bill number HR 6795.
Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025
# Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill, introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-CT), aims to address food security issues affecting American families and support farmers. While the specific details are not publicly available in standard legislative databases (the bill's detailed provisions haven't been widely published), the title suggests it would likely include measures to strengthen food assistance programs, support agricultural production, or both. **Who It Affects:** The bill would potentially impact low-income families receiving food assistance, farmers and agricultural workers, and communities experiencing food insecurity. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 6088 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill has not advanced to later legislative stages. To learn about specific provisions once they're finalized, you can check Congress.gov for updated bill text and details.
Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025
# Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would ensure that two major food assistance programs—SNAP (food stamps) and WIC (a nutrition program for pregnant women, new mothers, and young children)—continue operating without interruption if the federal government runs out of regular funding. If Congress fails to pass a normal budget for the Department of Agriculture in 2026, this bill would provide emergency money to keep these programs running and pay any benefits that were missed during a funding gap. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly impacts millions of low-income Americans who rely on SNAP and WIC benefits, including families with children, pregnant women, and residents of Puerto Rico and American Samoa. It also affects USDA staff who administer these programs. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Democratic Representative Jahana Hayes of Connecticut and is currently in committee review. It has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Tipped Worker Protection Act
# Tipped Worker Protection Act (HR 5112) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Tipped Worker Protection Act would establish federal protections for workers who rely on tips as part of their income, such as servers, bartenders, and delivery drivers. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the information provided, legislation with this title typically aims to establish minimum wage floors for tipped workers, increase transparency around tip pooling practices, or prevent employers from misappropriating employee tips. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily impact millions of tipped workers across the service industry, hospitality, and delivery sectors, as well as their employers. It could also affect consumers through potential changes to restaurant pricing or service practices. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-CT). For specific details on exact provisions—such as proposed wage amounts or which practices would be prohibited—you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Accurate Mental Health Resources for Our Servicemembers Act of 2025
# Accurate Mental Health Resources for Our Servicemembers Act of 2025 **What the Bill Does:** This bill aims to improve mental health support for active-duty military members and veterans. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the bill's title suggests it would ensure that servicemembers have access to accurate, reliable mental health resources and information. The legislation would likely address gaps in how mental health information is communicated to those in the military. **Who It Affects:** The bill would directly impact active-duty servicemembers, veterans, and potentially their families. It could also affect military medical facilities and mental health service providers who work with the Department of Defense. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5040 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-CT). Without the detailed provisions being publicly available, it's unclear exactly what specific changes the bill proposes or how comprehensive its scope might be.
CARE for Kids Act of 2025
# CARE for Kids Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The CARE for Kids Act of 2025 is a proposed law currently being reviewed in Congress. While specific details about the bill's provisions are not publicly available in this summary, the bill's title suggests it focuses on care-related services or support for children. The exact policy measures—whether involving healthcare, childcare, education, or other services—cannot be determined from the information provided. **Current Status and Next Steps:** The bill was introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-Connecticut) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. For a bill to become law, it must pass both the House and Senate and receive the President's signature. At this stage, the bill remains in the early phases of the legislative process. **To Learn More:** For detailed information about what this bill specifically proposes, you can visit Congress.gov and search for "HR 4451" to view the full text, official summary, and any amendments or committee actions as they occur.
EQIP Improvement Act of 2025
# EQIP Improvement Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The EQIP Improvement Act of 2025 (HR 4133) would make changes to the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), a federal program that provides financial assistance to farmers and ranchers who adopt conservation practices on their land. While the specific details of proposed changes aren't provided in the available information, such bills typically aim to improve how the program operates, expand eligibility, increase funding, or modify which conservation practices receive support. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily impact farmers and ranchers across the United States who participate in or could benefit from EQIP funding. It could also affect agricultural landowners, conservation organizations, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which administers the program. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-CT) and is currently in committee, meaning it's under review and has not yet been brought to a full vote in the House of Representatives. At this stage, no action has been taken on the proposal. *Note: More detailed information about specific provisions would require accessing the full bill text.*
Caring for Survivors Act of 2025
# Caring for Survivors Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would increase monthly financial payments to surviving family members of veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Specifically, it raises "dependency and indemnity compensation"—monthly benefits paid to spouses, children, or parents of veterans who died from service-related conditions or were severely disabled by military service. The bill also makes it easier for survivors to qualify: it cuts the waiting period for eligibility from 10 years to 5 years of a veteran being totally disabled due to a service-connected condition. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects surviving spouses, children, and parents of deceased or severely disabled veterans. These families currently receive monthly support from the VA, and the bill would increase those payments. It also expands eligibility to include families of veterans who were totally disabled for 5-10 years (previously they needed 10 years to qualify). **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-Connecticut) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. No companion bill in the Senate has been identified in the information provided.
School Violence Prevention Act
# School Violence Prevention Act (HR 3968) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to reduce violence in schools by establishing or funding programs to prevent school-based violence. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, school violence prevention bills typically focus on measures like threat assessment programs, mental health support, school safety training, or grants to schools for violence prevention initiatives. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact schools, students, teachers, and school administrators across the country. It could also affect federal and state education budgets, depending on whether it creates new funding requirements or programs. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-CT) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. At this stage, the bill is being reviewed and debated by the relevant congressional committee before any further action can be taken. **Note:** For complete details about specific provisions, funding amounts, or implementation methods, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
See the Board Act
# See the Board Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The See the Board Act (HR 3541) aims to increase transparency and diversity in corporate leadership by requiring publicly traded companies to disclose information about their boards of directors. While specific details about the bill's exact requirements aren't provided in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on making it easier for shareholders and the public to see who serves on company boards and whether those boards reflect diverse backgrounds in terms of race, gender, and other demographics. **Who It Affects** This legislation would primarily affect large, publicly traded companies that are required to report to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). It could also impact shareholders, investors, and the general public who would have access to more detailed board information when making investment decisions or evaluating corporate accountability. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full floor vote in the House of Representatives. As a bill in the early stages of the legislative process, it faces an uncertain path and would need committee approval and broader congressional support to become law.
SNAP Administrator Retention Act of 2025
# SNAP Administrator Retention Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would increase federal funding for state SNAP (food assistance) programs by requiring the federal government to pay 100% of state administrative costs instead of the current 50%. It would also mandate that SNAP administrators in each state earn at least as much as comparable federal employees. Currently, states split these administrative expenses with the federal government, which can make it difficult to attract and retain qualified staff. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects state SNAP agencies and their employees, as well as the people who rely on SNAP benefits. By making these administrative positions more competitive in pay and better funded, the bill aims to improve how efficiently SNAP programs operate. Taxpayers would see increased federal spending on these programs. **Key Provisions:** States must use the additional federal funds to create new administrative positions (beyond those existing in 2024) or supplement existing staff—not to replace current state funding. The bill ensures funds go toward hiring, training, and maintaining personnel while meeting federal wage standards. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a floor vote.
Save Our Small Farms Act of 2025
# Save Our Small Farms Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Save Our Small Farms Act of 2025 is legislation designed to provide support and protections for small-scale farming operations in the United States. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on financial assistance, regulatory relief, or market access for farms below a certain size threshold that may struggle to compete with larger agricultural operations. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect small farmers and their families, as well as rural communities that depend on agricultural activity. It may also impact agricultural businesses, lenders, and consumers interested in supporting smaller-scale food production. **Current Status** As of now, HR 2435 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Jahana Hayes, a Democrat from Connecticut. For more detailed information about specific provisions—such as what financial programs it creates or what regulatory changes it makes—you would need to review the full text of the bill on Congress.gov.
PROSPECT Act
# PROSPECT Act Summary I don't have access to the specific details of HR 2845 (the PROSPECT Act) from the 119th Congress needed to provide you with an accurate summary of what it would do, who it affects, or its key provisions. To get reliable information about this bill, I'd recommend: - **Congress.gov** - Search for "HR 2845" for the full text, sponsors, and official summary - **Official summary statement** - The bill's text includes a summary of its purpose - **Representative Hayes' website** - Often includes legislative priorities and bill descriptions If you can share the bill's summary or key sections, I'd be happy to help explain it in plain language. This ensures the information is accurate rather than me guessing at a bill's contents.
Feed Hungry Veterans Act of 2025
# Feed Hungry Veterans Act of 2025 – Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does** The Feed Hungry Veterans Act would make it easier for disabled veterans to receive SNAP benefits (formerly known as food stamps). Specifically, it would expand who qualifies for this nutrition assistance program to include more disabled veterans, particularly those with catastrophic disabilities. Veterans who qualify under this new law would be exempt from SNAP's usual work requirements—meaning they wouldn't have to register for work, seek employment, or participate in job training programs to receive benefits. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily benefits disabled veterans who struggle with food insecurity. It could help veterans with severe disabilities access nutrition assistance without the burden of meeting employment requirements. The bill would take effect on October 1, 2030, giving Congress and federal agencies time to prepare for implementation. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-CT) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.
RAISE Act of 2025
# RAISE Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The RAISE Act aims to support teachers and early childhood educators through two main mechanisms: tax credits and increased funding. It would create a $1,000 federal tax credit for all eligible educators, plus an additional tax credit of up to $14,000 (or $9,000 for early childhood educators without a bachelor's degree) for those working at schools serving disadvantaged students. The bill would also expand tax deductions for classroom supplies and professional development expenses, and increase federal funding for programs that improve teaching effectiveness. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily affects elementary and secondary public school teachers and early childhood educators. The additional credits are targeted toward those working in schools with higher student poverty rates. The changes could also benefit school districts and students in under-resourced schools, as improved educator support may enhance instruction quality. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-Connecticut) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Caring for Survivors Act of 2025
# Caring for Survivors Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does** The Caring for Survivors Act would increase monthly payments to spouses of deceased veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Specifically, it targets "dependency and indemnity compensation"—financial support for surviving family members of veterans who died from service-related injuries or illnesses, or who were severely disabled by their military service. The bill would make it easier for spouses to qualify by reducing the waiting period: instead of requiring a veteran to have been totally disabled for 10 years, the new requirement would be just 5 years. **Who It Affects and Key Changes** This bill primarily affects surviving spouses of veterans, though it could also benefit surviving children and parents in some cases. The main provisions include: higher monthly payments for eligible survivors, a shorter qualification period (5 years instead of 10), and new payment amounts for survivors of veterans who were disabled for less than the standard timeframe. The changes are designed to provide faster financial support to military families who have lost or have severely disabled veterans. **Current Status** The bill (HR 680) was introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-CT) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
All Access Act of 2025
# All Access Act of 2025 Summary The All Access Act of 2025 (HR 1251) is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives that addresses access to government buildings and facilities. While the full legislative text details are limited in the provided information, the bill appears to focus on relationships between Congress and executive branch agencies regarding how members of Congress and their staff can access federal buildings and properties. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been referred for review but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The bill would primarily affect members of Congress, congressional staff, and federal agencies responsible for managing access to government facilities. Depending on its specific provisions, it could impact security protocols, visitor policies, or the process by which lawmakers access executive branch offices and buildings. As with most congressional access bills, it likely seeks to balance security concerns with legislators' ability to conduct official business across federal agencies. **Current Status:** The bill remains in committee and has not advanced to a floor vote. --- *Note: A complete summary would require access to the full bill text. For detailed provisions and the most current status, consult Congress.gov.*
Caring for All Families Act
# Caring for All Families Act (HR 1002) — Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Caring for All Families Act would expand family and medical leave benefits for federal employees and military personnel. While the bill's full text details haven't been widely released in summaries, based on its subject categories, it appears designed to improve leave policies related to family care responsibilities, aging relatives, and employee benefits for government workers and their dependents. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily impact federal government employees, military service members and their families, and potentially their dependents who need caregiving support. Changes to federal employee benefits could have broader implications for how private employers structure similar policies. **Current Status** As of now, HR 1002 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-CT) in the 119th Congress. For specific provisions and the bill's current progress, Congress.gov provides the most up-to-date official information and any available text of the legislation.
Closing the College Hunger Gap Act
# Closing the College Hunger Gap Act - Summary **What it does:** This bill would require the U.S. Department of Education to automatically notify certain college students about their potential eligibility for food assistance through SNAP (the federal food stamp program). Specifically, students who apply for federal financial aid (FAFSA) and qualify as having little to no financial resources would receive information about SNAP benefits in both written and electronic formats, along with contact details for their state's SNAP office. The Department of Education would work with the Department of Agriculture to design these communications. **Who it affects:** College students with minimal financial resources are the primary beneficiaries. The bill addresses "college hunger"—food insecurity among students—by connecting eligible students to existing nutrition assistance programs they may not know about or may have overlooked during the financial aid application process. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes (D-Connecticut) in the 119th Congress.
Department of Education Protection Act
# Department of Education Protection Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would prevent the Department of Education from using federal funding to reduce its size, cut staff, or significantly change how it operates compared to its structure on January 1, 2025. In other words, it would freeze the department's organization and staffing levels at their current size, prohibiting layoffs or major restructuring funded through appropriated money. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects the Department of Education and its employees. It could also impact schools and students indirectly, since changes to the federal education agency could theoretically influence how federal education programs function. **Current Status:** The bill is in committee (early stage) and has not yet been voted on by Congress. It was introduced by Representative Jahana Hayes, a Democrat from Connecticut. The bill addresses a topic of current political interest—the size and scope of federal agencies—though it remains in the initial legislative process.