Dear friend,

Welcome to your Weekly Wrap, a recap of the week in Congress and highlights of my work.

Last week, the House voted to pass a three-year extension of the Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits. On January 6th, 2025, we solemnly marked the fifth anniversary of the violent attack on the United States Capitol. Also, I joined my colleagues in the House Democratic Caucus to mark the 15th anniversary of the Tucson shooting in Arizona, and honor the work of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords. 

More from the week: On Thursday, the House Committee on Education and Workforce held a markup of two pieces of legislation, including the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act and Pregnant Students’ Rights Act. Additionally, the House passed H.R. 6983, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026.

I am also including my statement on the ICE involved shooting in Minnesota.

For my full recap, please read below.

Update on Affordable Care Act Tax Credits

Last week, I voted to pass a three-year extension of the Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits. This legislation reverses the impact of increased premiums, co-pays, and deductibles that Connecticut families are experiencing following the expiration of subsidies at the end of last year.

Enhanced subsidies are broadly popular and can be the difference between someone being able to access life-saving care and having no insurance at all. Democrats worked hard to force this vote, and I am pleased to see it finally pass on the House floor.

I urge the Senate to bring the legislation to the floor so it can be signed into law.

Anniversary of January 6th

On January 6th, 2025, we solemnly remembered the violent insurrection at the Capitol that occurred on January 6th, 2021. Over 140 police officers were assaulted, including 80 from the U.S. Capitol Police (USCP). In 2022, Congress voted to honor the sacrifices of these brave law enforcement officers with a plaque to be placed no later than March 15th, 2023.

Unfortunately, Speaker Johnson has refused to hang the memorial plaque honoring the Capitol police. Last week, Members of the Democratic Caucus hung memorial plaque posters to honor the sacrifices and courage of the law enforcement officers who protected the Capitol and allowed Members to get to safety. The poster remains on display outside my Washington D.C. office.

On Thursday, the Senate passed a resolution to require the Architect of the Capitol to prominently display in a publicly accessible location in the Senate wing of the United States Capitol, a plaque honoring the members of law enforcement responding on January 6, 2021, until the plaque can be placed in its permanent location. The bipartisan resolution passed by unanimous consent and does not to be passed by the House or signed by the President to be implemented. 

Honoring Survivors of Gun Violence

On January 8th, 2011, a tragic act of violence occurred in Tucson, Arizona. Six people were killed, and thirteen were injured, including Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords. 

Last week, I joined my colleagues to introduce a bicameral concurrent resolution recognizing the fifteenth anniversary of the 2011 shooting. The resolution remembers the lives lost on January 8th and honors the leadership of gun violence prevention advocates like Congresswoman Giffords.

House Education and Workforce Markup

On Thursday, the House Committee on Education and Workforce held a markup of two pieces of legislation, including the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act and Pregnant Students’ Rights Act.

The Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act is bipartisan legislation to direct the Department of Labor (DOL) to train its employees to identify human trafficking and refer suspected trafficking crimes to law enforcement. The bill passed out of committee by a vote of 36-0.

I voted against the Pregnant Students’ Rights Act because the bill would worsen outcomes for pregnant and parenting students. Specifically, the bill directs colleges and universities to share only limited information of student rights under Title IX.

Additional information on the markup is available here.

Government Funding Update

Last week, the House passed H.R. 6983, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026.

I supported this minibus because it takes the necessary steps to prevent a costly government shutdown ahead of the January 31st deadline and rejects many of the devastating cuts that were included in previous budget bills. 

Specifically, the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies bill addresses high electricity costs while supporting clean, affordable, and secure energy. The Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies bill provides funding for scientific and technological research and strengthens efforts to combat violence against women and other violent crime in local communities. The Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies bill protects public lands, national parks, and endangered species, and the Environmental Protection Agency.

To learn more about H.R.6938 - Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026, please click here.

Statement on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Shooting

The actions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minnesota, resulting in the killing of U.S. citizen Renee Good, are both horrific and heartbreaking. This incident demands accountability. ICE is acting as a rogue agency, completely ignoring the Constitution and violating state and local law in communities all over the country.

My heart breaks for the family and the people of Minnesota. I will continue to push for accountability and reform, so this never happens again. Further, I will support all efforts to remove Kristi Noem at the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.

And that’s a wrap.

Thank you for taking the time to read this update. As always, please continue to share your thoughts and priorities with me.

Jahana Hayes

Member of Congress