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| alt = Portrait of Bryan Hanson | | alt = Portrait of Bryan Hanson | ||
| caption = Official Portrait, 2024 | | caption = Official Portrait, 2024 | ||
| office = | | office = Member of the [[United States House of Representatives|U.S. House of Representatives]] from Virginia's 1st District<!-- e.g., Secretary of Defense --> | ||
| order = | | order = | ||
| term_start = | | term_start = December 10th, 2024 | ||
| term_end = | | term_end = | ||
| predecessor = | | predecessor = Mark Hanson | ||
| successor = | | successor = | ||
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1989|2|3}} | | birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1989|2|3}} | ||
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| alma_mater = Georgetown University (BA), Harvard University (JD) | | alma_mater = Georgetown University (BA), Harvard University (JD) | ||
| profession = Politician, Lawyer, Podcaster | | profession = Politician, Lawyer, Podcaster | ||
}}'''Bryan Hanson''' (born February 3, 1989) is an American attorney, media personality, and politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Virginia's 1st congressional district since December 10, 2024. A member of the Republican Party, Hanson succeeded his father, Mark Hanson, in representing the district. Before entering Congress, he worked as a lobbyist for conservative causes and gained national recognition as a podcaster advocating for limited government, individual liberties, and traditional values. | |||
== Early Life and Education == | == Early Life and Education == | ||
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==== Leadership Roles ==== | ==== Leadership Roles ==== | ||
* | * House Republican Leader (December 31, 2024 – January 11, 2025): Hanson served as the interim leader of the House Republican Conference following the vacancy of the position. During this time, he played a pivotal role in uniting the party during a period of transition. | ||
* | * House Republican Conference Chairman (January 11, 2025 – Present): Hanson was elected as Chairman of the House Republican Conference, where he has focused on shaping the party’s messaging, advancing conservative policies, and strengthening the party’s legislative agenda. | ||
==== Committee Memberships | ==== Committee Memberships ==== | ||
* | * Health and Educational Affairs Committee: As a member, Hanson has prioritized advancing free-market healthcare reforms, parental rights in education, and reducing federal overreach in educational policy. | ||
* Commerce, Financial, and Interior Affairs Committee: Hanson serves as the Ranking Member, where he has focused on fostering economic growth, supporting small businesses, promoting energy independence, and reducing regulatory burdens on American industries. | |||
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== | ==== Tenure ==== | ||
As a member of Congress, Hanson serves on the Health and Educational Affairs Committees, where he has worked to advance free-market healthcare reforms, parental rights in education, and policies aimed at reducing government overreach in the education system. He also serves as the Ranking Member of the Commerce, Financial, and Interior Affairs Committee, where he has focused on fostering economic growth, supporting small businesses, and advancing energy independence. | |||
Hanson has sponsored or co-sponsored legislation on issues such as reducing regulatory burdens on businesses, strengthening national energy policies, and improving healthcare transparency. He is a staunch advocate for fiscal responsibility, constitutional rights, and pro-life legislation. | |||
== Political Positions == | == Political Positions == | ||
Hanson is known for his strong support of: | Hanson is known for his strong support of: | ||
'''Second Amendment Rights:''' | |||
Advocating for the protection of gun ownership and opposing restrictions on firearms. | |||
'''Pro-Life Policies:''' | |||
Promoting anti-abortion legislation and supporting organizations that protect the unborn. | |||
'''Free-Market Healthcare:''' | |||
Encouraging reforms that prioritize competition and innovation over government intervention. | |||
'''Parental Rights in Education:''' | |||
Opposing federal mandates in public education and supporting school choice initiatives. | |||
== Personal Life == | == Personal Life == |