MARIA TERESA HANK

Career Timeline & Background

• These real-world experiences allow me to be a bridge to authentically address these interconnected challenges facing working families, seniors, and diverse communities in Assembly District 9. Housing & Cost of Living Skyrocketing home prices and rent make homeownership unattainable for Nevadans Property tax increases strain fixed-income seniors and working families Lack of affordable housing options makes it impossible for everyday Nevadans to get by Healthcare Access Increased access to affordable healthcare for uninsured and underinsured families Address the mental health services shortage across our state Enhance senior care resources and support for the aging population Tackle skyrocket…
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• I am a 35-year proud member of Transport Workers Union Local 556 and a flight attendant with Southwest Airlines.
• Funding context: Imported from State/Local Official Election Authority. Funding filing data is unavailable in this source set.

Policy Positions

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• Housing & Cost of Living Skyrocketing home prices and rent make homeownership unattainable for Nevadans Property tax increases strain fixed-income seniors and working families Lack of affordable housing options makes it impossible for everyday Nevadans to get by Healthcare Access Increased access to affordable healthcare for uninsured and underinsured families Address the mental health services shortage across our state Enhance senior care resources and support for the aging population Tackle skyrocketing prescription drug costs for everyone Education & Affordable Childcare Adequate public school funding and overcrowding issues in our classrooms Affordable and accessible after-school and childcare programs Educational equity and additional resources for diverse student populations Lack of community centers and safe places for our young people to gather Labor & Economic Security Protecting union rights and collective bargaining Increasing the minimum wage Prevailing wage enforcement Improve workplace safety standards, especially in our biggest Nevada industries Implement KinCare rights Economic programs to support the many small businesses across Nevada and in AD 9 Infrastructure & Transportation Public transportation accessibility Road maintenance and traffic congestion Water conservation and utility costs Broadband access for remote work and education Senior Services Protecting our social safety net Affordable senior housing and assisted living options Better transportation for seniors Protection from elder financial abuse Community Safety Community policing policies Domestic violence prevention and support services Better youth programs Increased crime prevention Subscribe to Our Newsletter Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates from our campaign.
• I began my higher education at the University of New Mexico and came to Las Vegas as an exchange student at UNLV.
• Instead of returning to UNM, I chose to stay and complete my education here in Nevada.
• My current fixation is building anything flower or plant-related out of Legos—there's something deeply satisfying about creating beautiful botanical designs brick by brick.
• Education and Training I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a Minor in Asian Studies from UNLV.
• This is where I have raised my family, and this community is where I plan to retire.
• MARIA TERESA HANK has a current filing for STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 9 in Clark County, Nevada according to Clark County Election Department.
• A filing does not by itself establish ballot qualification.
• The profile lists Democratic party affiliation.

Controversial Statements & Events

• Many critical issues that our state is facing right now have impacted me personally as a single mother caring for an aging parent, a union member, and as a leader in the AANHPI community.
• My first political science professor at UNLV was Congresswoman Dina Titus, who taught me critical thinking skills and ignited my passion for public service—a passion that has brought me to this moment.
• Many critical issues that our state is facing right now have impacted me personally as a single mother caring for an aging parent, a union member, and as a leader in the AANHPI community.
• My first political science professor at UNLV was Congresswoman Dina Titus, who taught me critical thinking skills and ignited my passion for public service—a passion that has brought me to this moment.

Funding & Endorsements

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