Leah Hansen

Leah Tonga Hansen is an American politician serving as a member of the Utah [House of Representatives] from the 51st district. A Republican Party|Republican], she was appointed to the seat in 2025.

Early life and education

Hansen is of Pacific Islander descent. She attended Weber State University before prioritizing family to raise her children.

Career

Hansen supported HB261, an anti-DEI bill sponsored by Katy Hall in January 2024. In January 2025 she testified in support of state senator Lincoln Fillmore's bill encouraging childhood independence and free play.

Utah House of Representatives

In May 2025, Hansen announced her campaign to be appointed to Jefferson Moss' seat in the Utah House of Representatives following his resignation to lead Governor Spencer Cox's Office of Economic Opportunity. Hansen won the special election to fill the seat, winning 59.52% of Utah County Republican Party delegates in the third round.