Tara Hong

Hong names food security among the policy areas he is most passionate about, and in office he filed the 'hunger free campus' initiative and a resolve to study the Commonwealth's emergency food network.

“I am especially passionate about affordable housing, education, food security, economic opportunity, and supporting immigrants, seniors, veterans, and working families.”

ballotpedia.org·As of June 2026

Hong has made housing affordability a top priority, supporting and filing legislation to expand affordable housing, protect tenants, and address homelessness; he also filed a petition for a special commission on rent stabilization.

“Every resident deserves the opportunity to live in a safe, stable, and affordable home ... As your State Representative, I have made affordable housing one of my top priorities. I have supported and filed legislation to expand access to affordable homes, protect tenants, and promote responsible development across Massachusetts.”

tarahong.com·As of June 2026

Hong, who emigrated from Cambodia, campaigns on standing up for immigrant communities; he delivered his inaugural speech in support of the PROTECT Act to strengthen protections for immigrant communities.

“It was a true honor to stand on the House floor on March 25, 2026 to deliver my inaugural speech in support of the PROTECT Act-standing up for our immigrant communities and strengthening protections for everyone.”

reptarahong.com·As of March 2026

Hong supports strong, fairly funded public schools. He cites his vote to increase Chapter 70 education funding by 6.7% in the FY26 budget and commits to continuing to fight for fair funding, resources, and opportunities for Lowell students.

“I believe that every child deserves access to a high-quality education, no matter their skin color, heritage, or economic circumstances. ... In my first term, I was proud to vote to increase Chapter 70 funding by 6.7% in FY26 compared to the FY25 budget ... As your State Representative, I will continue to advocate for fair funding, improved resources, and inclusive opportunities for all students, regardless of who they are or where they come from.”

tarahong.com·As of June 2026

Hong lists supporting veterans among his policy priorities and has filed legislation to establish a veterans service dog program and a veteran rental assistance bridge program.

“I am especially passionate about affordable housing, education, food security, economic opportunity, and supporting immigrants, seniors, veterans, and working families.”

ballotpedia.org·As of June 2026