Stacy Hahn
Stacy Hahn is a member of the Hillsborough County School Board in Florida, representing District 2. She assumed office in 2018. Her current term ends on November 17, 2026. Hahn is not running for re-election to Hillsborough County Public Schools Board of Education District 2 in 2026.
Hahn (Republican Party) is running for election to the Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners to represent District 5 in Florida. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Republican primary on August 18, 2026.
Biography
Stacy Hahn earned a Ph.D. from the University of Florida in 2001.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: Municipal elections in Hillsborough County, Florida (2026)
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 5 At-large
Neil Manimala (D) and Stacy Hahn (R) are running in the general election for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 5 At-large on November 3, 2026.
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 | Stacy Hahn (R) | |
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Democratic primary
The Democratic primary scheduled for August 18, 2026, was canceled. Neil Manimala (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 5 At-large without appearing on the ballot.
Republican primary
Republican primary for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 5 At-large
Stacy Hahn (R) defeated incumbent Donna Cameron Cepeda (R) in the Republican primary for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 5 At-large on August 18, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Stacy Hahn | 54.9 | 47,122 |
| Donna Cameron Cepeda | 45.1 | 38,706 | ||
| Total votes: 85,828 | |||
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Endorsements
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2022
See also: Hillsborough County Public Schools, Florida, elections (2022)
Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Hillsborough County Public Schools Board of Education District 2
Incumbent Stacy Hahn won election outright against Damaris Allen in the primary for Hillsborough County Public Schools Board of Education District 2 on August 23, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Stacy Hahn (Nonpartisan) | 63.7 | 31,759 |
| Damaris Allen (Nonpartisan) | 36.3 | 18,062 | ||
| Total votes: 49,821 | |||
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Endorsements
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2018
See also: Hillsborough County Public Schools elections (2018)
Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Hillsborough County Public Schools Board of Education District 2
Stacy Hahn won election outright against incumbent Sally Harris and Rod Mayhew in the primary for Hillsborough County Public Schools Board of Education District 2 on August 28, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Stacy Hahn (Nonpartisan) | 53.8 | 26,740 |
 | Sally Harris (Nonpartisan) | 32.8 | 16,305 | |
 | Rod Mayhew (Nonpartisan) | 13.3 | 6,622 | |
| Total votes: 49,667 | |||
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2014
The August 26, 2014, general election in Hillsborough County featured three seats up for election. The general election determined if candidates for each seat could garner a majority of the vote total. Because no candidate received 50 percent plus one of the general election votes in any of the districts, the top two vote recipients in all three races advanced to the runoff election on November 4, 2014.
District 6 incumbent April Griffin was the only board member to seek re-election and faced a challenge from seven other candidates in the general election. Griffin advanced to the runoff election with challenger Dipa Shah.
Newcomers Sally Harris, Michelle Popp Shimberg and Michael Weston ran for the District 2 seat. Shimberg and Harris advanced to the runoff election. Terry Kemple, Dee Prether and Melissa Snively sought election to the District 4 seat. Snively and Temple advanced to the runoff election for the open seat.
Results
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpartisan |  April Griffin Incumbent |
27% | 31,272 | |
| Nonpartisan | Dipa Shah |
16.4% | 19,022 | |
| Nonpartisan | Stacy Hahn | 15.7% | 18,214 | |
| Nonpartisan | Paula P. Meckley | 14.7% | 17,050 | |
| Nonpartisan | Alison McGillivray Fernandez | 12.5% | 14,441 | |
| Nonpartisan | Randy Toler | 6.5% | 7,587 | |
| Nonpartisan | Lee Sierra | 4.4% | 5,044 | |
| Nonpartisan | Asher D. Edelson | 2.8% | 3,302 | |
| Total Votes | 115,932 | |||
| Source: Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections, "2014 Primary Election Results," September 2, 2014 | ||||
Funding
Hahn reported $36,318.83 in contributions and $24,887.41 in expenditures to the Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections, as of July 25, 2014.[2]
Campaign themes
2026
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Campaign website
Hahn's campaign website stated the following:
PRIORITIES
Fiscal Responsibility: Protecting taxpayers by keeping taxes low, cutting wasteful spending, and improving efficiency inside government first so every dollar is used wisely and delivers real results for residents.
Safer Communities: Supporting law enforcement, strengthening crime prevention, and prioritizing public safety so families feel secure, neighborhoods thrive, and first responders have the tools they need to serve effectively.
Responsible Growth & Infrastructure: Planning for growth the right way by improving roads and transportation, investing in infrastructure, and protecting our quality of life while preparing our community for the future.
— Stacy Hahn's campaign website (June 28, 2026)
2022
Ballotpedia survey responses
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2014
Hahn's campaign website listed the following themes for the 2014 race:
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Student Achievement Student achievement should be our number one priority! Providing educators with strategies in reading, math and cultural competence, as well as promoting community and parental involvement, increasing school choice options, recruiting a highly qualified workforce and creating multiple pathways to graduation by increasing technical certificates are measures I would take to reduce the achievement gap and improve student outcomes. Fiscal Responsibility Fiscal responsibility is a key to being able to provide an education that will meet the needs of all children and allow them to reach their potential. We need to maximize the dollars that are spent in the classroom. To do this we need to ensure that resources are spent adequately, which involves the following:
School Board Leadership The Hillsborough County School Board represents the 8th largest school district in the nation and should do so with the utmost professionalism. The members of the school board should model the leadership and high standards expected from all school district personnel. Collaboration is vital to creating effective schools and I believe that we need a new set of approaches that would promote effective teamwork and intensely collaborative practices. School Safety Providing an environment to ensure that our students, teachers, administrators and staff are safe is a priority for me. We must make certain that students have the best learning environment possible because without it, students are unable to focus on learning the skills needed for a successful education and future. We must provide leadership in reassuring students, staff and parents that schools are safe places for children. Exceptional Student Education The fundamental purposes of special education are the same as those of general education: the optimal development of the student as a skillful, free and purposeful person, able to plan and manage his or her own life and reach his or her highest potential as an individual and member of society. The administrators, teachers and other school personnel must have appropriate support and technical assistance available to them to enable them to fulfill their responsibilities. And finally, essential to the appropriate placement of the child with an exceptionality is the preparation of the environment for that child through pre-service and/or in-service training of staff and any other necessary accomodations, curriculum and, most importantly, safety. Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) are vital to the future of our country, our region and our children. Students should be advised on the merits of taking as many math and science courses in middle and high school as possible. This will ensure they are prepared to participate in today’s high tech workforce and the jobs of tomorrow. Human Resources The employees of the Hillsborough County School District constitute the most important resource for providing a quality educational program for the students in our community. Recognizing this, it should be the goal of the school district to provide and maintain appropriate staffing services that will recruit, select and retain the best qualified employees available. Moreover, school district support for teachers, administrators and staff is critical to providing an environment which optimizes performace and satisfaction. Home, School & Community Partnerships Family and community engagement is a vital part of a truly successful school system. But it rarely just happens – it must be intentionally designed. Schools should develop partnerships with businesses, civic organizations and other community groups to promote adult participation in children’s education and to maximize the resources available to support learning.[3] |
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| —Stacy Hahn's campaign website (2014)[4] | ||
See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on July 25, 2022
- ↑ Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections, "Local Candidates," accessed July 25, 2014
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Stacy Hahn for Hillsborough County School Board, "Issues," accessed July 25, 2014
