Curt Hanson

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  • Hanson Officially Takes District 90 Seat

    With the school where he spent 43 years teaching responsibility and respect to students, State Representative Curt Hanson of Fairfield took the oath of office on Monday to serve the people of District 90 in the Iowa House of Representatives.

    "It’s a great honor to serve as State Representative in District 90. I look forward to meeting more people in Jefferson, Wapello, and Van Buren Counties to listen to their ideas and be ready for the 2010 legislative session. I know we share many of the same priorities -- good-paying jobs through key industries like renewable energy, affordable health care for Iowans and a balanced state budget," said Hanson.

    Hanson was sworn-in by State Senator Becky Schmitz of Fairfield. He was elected on Sept. 1st to replace John Whitaker, who resigned the post to take an appointment with the United States Department of Agriculture.

    “I’m excited to begin my work in the Legislature. I’m grateful to the people of House District 90 for their support and I look forward to working with both Democrats and Republicans at the Statehouse to make our state a better place to live,” added Hanson.

    Born and raised on an Iowa family farm, Hanson has been living and teaching in Fairfield for over 43 years. He attended the University of Northern Iowa and received his masters from the University of Iowa. He and his wife, Diane, have two grown children. They are members of First United Methodist Church and Curt is also a member of the Fairfield Kiwanis Club.

    Hanson is a retired teacher and driver education instructor in Fairfield. He has been selected by his community as Fairfield Teacher of the Year and has been selected by his peers to serve those in the teaching profession at both the local and state levels. He was also runner-up National Driver Education Teacher of the Year and has served as President and Business Manager of the Iowa Association of Safety Education.

    To contact Curt, log on to www.curthanson.org or send him an email at curt.hanson@legis.state.ia.us.

  • Campaign Kick-Off Fundraiser Featuring U.S. Senator Tom Harkin

    Please join:

    Curt Hanson
    Democratic Candidate - Iowa House
    At His Campaign Kickoff Event for the September 1st Special Election for the Iowa House of Representatives.

    And Special Guest:

    U.S. Senator Tom Harkin

    Luncheon Reception at:

    The Pony Farm
    2835 239th St.
    Fairfield, IA 52556

    Saturday, August 1, 2009
    12:00pm – 1:30pm

    Host: $250
    Sponsor: $100
    Friend: $50
    Supporter: $25


    All Contributions are Welcome

    Please make checks payable to:
    Hanson for State Representative

    RSVP to Adam at 319-350-9201 or aphillips@iowademocrats.org
    Due to the participation of a federal office holder, we are not accepting contributions from corporations or other federally prohibited sources.

    Directions to the Pony Farm:

    From Fairfield:
    Take Hwy 34 east out of Fairfield to Glasgow Road.
    Turn right on Glasgow Road (SE).
    Go Approximately 8 miles until you see a sign that says Stockport.
    Take left on Redwood instead of going to Stockport.
    Take the 1st Right off of Redwood on 240th St.
    It is the 3rd Farm on the left.
    Farm is located after an “S” curve.

    From South of Fairfield:
    Go North of Stockport to Glasgow Road.
    Cross over Glasgow on Redwood.
    Take the 1st Right on 240th St.
    It is the 3rd farm on the left.
    It will be after an “S” curve.

    From the East:
    Take 34 West to Tamarack.
    Turn South on Tamarack approx 3 miles.
    Turn right on 239th St. and it is 2nd farm on the right.

  • HANSON ANNOUNCES BID FOR STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 90

    Friday, July 17, 2009                                                 For More Information:
                                                                                         Curt Hanson, 641-919-2314


    HANSON ANNOUNCES BID FOR
    STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 90

    Fairfield, Iowa – Community activist and educator Curt Hanson today announced his bid to replace State Representative John Whitaker of Van Buren County, who announced his resignation from the Iowa House earlier today to become Iowa Director of the Farm Service Agency. Hanson is a life-long Iowan who has been living and teaching in Fairfield for over 43 years.

    “My parents taught me the importance of hard work, helping neighbors, and service to community. Those Iowa values will guide my work as the next State Representative for District 90,” said Hanson, a Democrat.

    Hanson was born and raised on an Iowa family farm. He attended the University of Northern Iowa and received his masters from the University of Iowa. He and his wife, Diane, have two grown children. They are members of First United Methodist Church and Curt is also a member of the Fairfield Kiwanis Club.

    “My priorities are simple: balance the state budget, create good-paying jobs in key industries like renewable energy, make health care more affordable for middle class families, and ensure our kids have the education and skills they need to get a job in these tough economic times,” said Hanson.

    Hanson is a retired teacher and driver education instructor in Fairfield. He has been selected by his community as Fairfield Teacher of the Year and has been selected by his peers to serve those in the teaching profession at both the local and state levels. He was also runner-up National Driver Education Teacher of the Year and has served as President and Business Manager of the Iowa Association of Safety Education.

    “As State Representative, I can promise the people of Jefferson, Van Buren, and Wapello Counties two things – I’ll work hard and I’ll always listen to you,” concluded Hanson.

    For more information, go to www.curthanson.org.

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