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| alma_mater = Georgetown University (BA), Harvard University (JD)

| profession = Politician, Lawyer, Podcaster

}}'''Bryan Hanson''' (born February 3, 1989) is an American politician, media personality, and lawyer 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.

|office2=Chair of the House Republican Conference|term_start2=January 9th, 2025|term_end2=|office3=House Republican Leader|term_start3=December 31st, 2024|term_end3=January 9th, 2025|preceded2=Alan Caswell|succeeded3=Lucas Bennett}}'''Bryan Hanson''' (born February 3, 1989) is an American politician, media personality, and lawyer 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 ==

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==== 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 Leader (December 31, 2024 – January 11, 2025): Hanson served as the 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 ====

* House Affairs Committee: As Chairman.

* 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.

==== 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. Additionally, Hanson is the Chairman of the House Affairs Committee, where he oversees legislative priorities, manages key intergovernmental relations, and ensures the smooth functioning of Congressional operations.

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.