After initially considering running for the Division of Brand in the forthcoming 2007 Federal election to replace outgoing member Kim Beazley, Jackson announced in January 2007 that she intended to once again seek Labor Party endorsement for the seat of Hasluck. She also signalled her intention to resign as State President of Labor if she gained endorsement. Silvia Barzotto, from Labor's "New Right" faction also nominated, and Jackson was successful. Jackson resigned from her position within the Department of Premier and Cabinet in March 2007, and Sally Talbot succeeded Jackson as State Labor President in June 2007.