Naugatuck Times

Jahana Hayes, a U.S. Congress representative for Connecticut's 5th District since 2019, shared updates on various activities and events in a series of tweets. Hayes commended the achievements of student veterans and acknowledged community concerns regarding budget cuts, while expressing well-wishes for cultural celebrations.

On April 12, 2025, Jahana Hayes celebrated the accomplishments of student veterans at the 9th Annual Salute to Service Awards Banquet hosted by the University of New Haven. She recognized the contributions of notable figures such as Matthew Reith, a retired Navy SEAL, and honored individuals including Michael Iliopoulos, Jalen D. Fisher, Toby Byrd, and Natalie Criniti for their respective achievements. Hayes posted: "Celebrated our student veterans who show excellence in & out of uniform at the 9th Annual Salute to Service Awards Banquet hosted by @unewhaven. We heard from Matthew Reith, a retired Navy Seal, & honored Michael Iliopoulos, Jalen D. Fisher, Toby Byrd & Natalie Criniti for their ..."

Later on the same day, Hayes extended her wishes for a festive Passover by tweeting: "Chag Pesach sameach - wishing you a joyous and meaningful Passover!" This reflects her inclusive approach towards her constituents' cultural and religious celebrations.

On April 13, 2025, Jahana Hayes highlighted her meeting with members of Lambda Theta Alpha from New Britain and Litchfield. The group addressed their concerns about the potential budget cuts to essential services affecting families and vulnerable communities. This dialogue underscores Hayes's commitment to representing community voices at the congressional level. She tweeted: "Members of Lambda Theta Alpha from #NewBritain & #Litchfield came to voice concerns about the budget framework that would cut essential services to families and our most vulnerable."

Since assuming office in 2019, Jahana Hayes has represented Connecticut’s 5th district and has been involved in various community engagements. She was born in Waterbury, Connecticut in 1973 and resides in Wolcott. Hayes graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a bachelor's degree, further cementing her ties to the state.