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Hanson Secures Funding for 12 Local Public and School Libraries

Jul 22, 2026 | Hanson, Uncategorized

MONTGOMERY, Ill. – State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, secured over $682,000 in the state budget for five public libraries and seven school libraries in the 83rd district. “Libraries remain a vital pillar of our community. They are not only hubs for reading and...

Hanson Cracks Down on Junk Fees, Price Gouging Schemes with New Affordability Laws

Jun 26, 2026 | Hanson

MONTGOMERY, Ill. – Multiple affordability measures cracking down on hidden junk fees and price gouging schemes were signed into law yesterday, thanks to the work of state Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery. “With expenses already so high, it’s extremely important that...

Hanson-Backed Compassionate State Budget Signed into Law

Jun 17, 2026 | Hanson

Montgomery, Ill. — A state budget focused on affordability is now law thanks to state Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, who helped pass a balanced budget prioritizing direct relief for Illinoisans and investing in the resources Washington is trying to slash. “With so...

Hanson Ends Legislative Session with Balanced Budget, Lowered Costs, Important Reforms

Jun 1, 2026 | Hanson

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, wraps up this year’s spring legislative session by passing landmark legislation that moves Illinois forward and a responsible, balanced budget, without any extreme cuts or tax impositions on working...

Hanson Passes Bill Expanding Law Enforcement Discretion in Juvenile Domestic Situations

May 31, 2026 | Hanson

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, introduced, supported and passed legislation that expands options for law enforcement when faced with juveniles accused of domestic abuse, battery or exploitation. “When a minor is accused of...

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