Thomas Hansen
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| Thomas Hansen | |
| Nebraska State Senate District 42 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2006 | |
| Current term ends 2010 | |
| Political party | Non-partisan |
| Profession | Secretary / Senator |
| Website | Biography |
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Thomas Hansen (1946-) is a member of the Nebraska Unicameral representing District 42. He was first elected in 2006.
Background
Born November 8, 1946 in North Platte, Nebraska, Sen. Hansen is a cattleman from Lincoln County, Nebraska. Prior to his election, Sen. Hansen was a member of the Lincoln County Cattlemen, and former president of the Nebraska Cattleman's Association.[1] Senator Hansen has a degree in Animal Science from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. His grandfather was also a member of the Nebraska State Legislature.[2] He is currently married to Linda Hansen with two children and is known to be Lutheran.
Education
Thomas Hansen earned his Bachelors degree in animal science from the University of Nebraska in 1970.
Professional Experience
Thomas Hansen worked as as secretary and treasurer for Hansen 77 Ranch Limited Liability Company and previously worked as a rancher.
Political Experience
Thomas Hansen was a member of the Lincoln County Republicans and joined the Nebraska State Legislature as a senator in 2006.
Organizations
Thomas Hansen is currently involved with numerous organizations, including the Lincoln County Cattlemen, Lincoln County Feeders and Ranchers, Messiah Lutheran Church, Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation, Mid-Plains Community Foundation, Nebraska Brand Committee, Nebraska Cattlemen Association, Nebraska Cattlemen Research and Education Foundation, Nebraska Land Days, Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation, and the North Platte Noon Rotary Club.
Caucuses/Non-Legislative Committees
Thomas Hansen currently serves on the Twin Platte Natural Resource District Board.
Committees
Thomas Hansen currently serves on the Appropriations Committee.
Contact information
Sen. Thomas Hansen
District 42
Room 1012
P.O. Box 94604
State Capitol
Lincoln, NE 68509
Phone: (402) 471-2729
Email: thansen@leg.ne.gov
External links
- Official Nebraska State legislature website
- Project Vote Smart biography
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006
References
- ↑ Official unicameral bio
- ↑ Unicameral Update, Letters from past lead Hansen to Legislature, January 26, 2008
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