Hannah Beth Rivera

Hannah Beth Rivera earned a high school diploma from North Laurel High School, a bachelor's degree from the University of Louisville, and a law degree from the University of Kentucky. Her career experience includes working as a lawyer.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Hannah Beth Rivera is a lifelong Kentuckian, attorney, wife, and mother with more than fifteen years of experience in higher education policy, government relations, and public service. A proud Republican, Hannah Beth has dedicated her career to strengthening Kentucky’s communities through common-sense leadership, accountability, and a deep respect for faith, family, and hard work.

As Chief of Staff and Vice President for External Affairs at the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS), Hannah Beth served on the President’s executive cabinet overseeing 16 colleges, 4,000 employees, and more than 100,000 students statewide. She worked closely with lawmakers, college presidents, and business leaders to expand career training, improve efficiency, and ensure taxpayer dollars were used wisely. She also guided legislative strategy, managed board relations, and built partnerships that strengthened Kentucky’s workforce and local economies.

Previously, Hannah Beth served as Manager of Government Affairs for KCTCS, where she built coalitions of business and education leaders to advocate for policies that expanded technical education and job training. Her ability to navigate complex legislative issues with integrity and transparency earned the trust of officials across party lines.

A graduate of the University of Kentucky College of Law and the University of Louisville, Hannah Beth believes in the power of education to open doors and change lives.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Addressing Cost of Living

Hannah Beth is committed to easing the financial burden on families by addressing rising costs in housing, healthcare, childcare, higher education, and everyday necessities. Everyone deserves to live comfortably without constant financial stress. These things are all part of the American Dream, which is becoming out of reach for hardworking families.Increasing Government Transparency

Hannah Beth believes government should serve the people, not hide from them. She will work to ensure that decisions are open, accessible, and accountable, giving the people of district 93 a real voice in Frankfort.Bringing Civility Back to Politics

Hannah Beth believes we make the greatest progress when we treat one another with respect, even when we disagree. In Frankfort, she will champion a culture of cooperation, honest dialogue, and accountability that leads to real solutions. It’s time to elevate the tone, rebuild confidence, and bring common-sense civility back to public service.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Education (K-12, higher, and career tech)

Workforce

Criminal Justice Reform