Tom Hansen (South Dakota politician)
| Tom Hansen | ||
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| South Dakota State Senate District 22 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 2005-Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| January 8, 2013 | ||
| Years in position | 8 | |
| Party | Republican | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $12,000/two-year term | |
| Per diem | $110/legislative day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 2, 2010 | |
| First elected | 2004 | |
| Next election | November 6, 2012 | |
| Term limits | Four terms | |
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | South Dakota State University, 1961 | |
| Master's | South Dakota State University, 1963 | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | August 28, 1939 | |
| Place of birth | Mansfield, SD | |
| Religion | WELS | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
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Previously, Hansen served in the South Dakota House of Representatives from 2001-2002.
Hansen is currently retired. He previously worked as a nutritionist and a banker.
Hansen earned his BS from the South Dakota State University in 1961. He went on to earn a Master of Science in Animal Science from South Dakota State University in 1963.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Hansen has been assigned to the following committees:
- Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, South Dakota State Senate
- Taxation Committee, South Dakota State Senate, Chair
- Transportation Committee, South Dakota State Senate
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Hansen served on the following committees while a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives:
- Appropriations Committee, South Dakota House, Vice Chair
- Legislative Procedure Committee, South Dakota House
- Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, South Dakota Senate
- Health and Human Services Committee, South Dakota Senate
- Taxation Committee, South Dakota Senate
Elections
2010
Hansen ran for re-election to the 22nd District Seat in 2010. He defeated Perry Danforth (D) in the general election on November 2, 2010.
| South Dakota State Senate, District 22 (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
 Tom Hansen (R)
|
5,192 | 57.59% | ||
| Perry Danforth (D) | 3,823 | 42.41% | ||
2008
On Nov. 4, 2008, Hansen won re-election to the 22nd District Seat in the South Dakota State Senate, defeating opponent Hargens (D). [1]
Hansen raised $44,556 for his campaign while Hargens raised $15,265. [2]
| South Dakota State Senate, District 22 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Tom Hansen (R)
|
5,026 | 50.94% | ||
| Dale Hargens (D) | 4,840 | 49.06% | ||
Campaign donors
2010
In 2010, Hansen received $30,740 in campaign donations. The largest contributors are listed below.[3]
| South Dakota State Senate 2010 election - Campaign Contributions | |
|---|---|
| Top contributors to Tom Hansen (South Dakota politician)'s campaign in 2010 | |
| South Dakota Senate Republicans Campaign Cmte | $2,000 |
| South Dakota Republican Party | $1,760 |
| South Dakota Corn Growers Association | $1,000 |
| South Dakota Association Of Realtors | $750 |
| South Dakota State Medical Association | $700 |
| Total Raised in 2010 | $30,740 |
2008
Hansen raised $46,556 during the 2008 election cycle.
His top contributors are listed below.[4]
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Senate Republican Committee of South Dakota | $10,000 |
| South Dakota Republican Party | $9,101 |
| Warren Lotsberg for State House 2006 Campaign Committee | $1,000 |
| Kevin and Carmen Schieffer | $1,000 |
| Daugaard for South Dakota | $1,000 |
| David Bockorny | $1,000 |
| Jeff and Linda Erickson | $1,000 |
Personal
Hansen and his wife Marge have two children.
Recent news
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Tom Hansen News Feed
- SD Lawmakers Who Travel The Most - KELOLAND TV
- Jane Kelly's experience rare on US appeals court - Sacramento Bee
- DFL lawmaker: Compromise reached on frac sand regulations - Minnesota Public Radio
- Great Plains AP Broadcast Contest winners - Valley News Live
- Senate Confirms Jane Kelly to 8th Circuit Court of Appeals - KCRG
- MERCER: Mickelson laid cornerstone for economic development - Daily Republic
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External links
- Profile from the South Dakota Legislature
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2010, 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002, 2000
References
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by Ron Volesky |
South Dakota House District 21 2001–2002 |
Succeeded by Thomas Deadrick |
| Preceded by Robert Duxbury |
South Dakota Senate District 22 2005–present |
Succeeded by NA |
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