Naugatuck Times

Jahana Hayes, currently serving as a U.S. Congresswoman representing Connecticut's 5th district, shared several updates on March 17, 2025, through her social media account. The posts covered a range of topics from legislative efforts to community engagement and personal experiences.

In a tweet posted at 14:09 UTC, Hayes announced her leadership role among House Agriculture Democrats in urging Speaker Johnson to resume bipartisan negotiations on the Farm Bill. She emphasized the importance of protecting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for those who depend on it daily. "NEW: I led all @HouseAgDems in a letter to Speaker Johnson calling on him to return to bipartisan Farm Bill negotiations & #ProtectSNAP for the millions who rely on it daily."

Later that day, at 14:45 UTC, Hayes informed constituents about an outreach event taking place at Danbury City Hall. The Casework On Your Corner team was scheduled to be available from 11 AM to 4 PM to assist residents with their concerns. "Our Casework On Your Corner team will see you TODAY at Danbury City Hall from 11 AM to 4 PM."

At 14:54 UTC, Hayes shared a more personal experience from her visit as a mystery reader in Ms. Bovin’s class. She described the enjoyment of participating in the classroom activity where students discovered a leprechaun hidden in the storybook she read, coinciding with St Patrick’s Day celebrations. "I got to sit in the big chair today as the mystery reader in Ms. Bovin’s class. These bright kiddos quickly figured out that it was a leprechaun hiding at the end of the book."