Career
Yeoh was preceded by the previous State Assemblyman Datuk Lee Hwa Beng (of Barisan Nasional), who decided to run for Parliament in the 2008 general elections. On 13th general election, Hannah Yeoh was re-elected as Subang Jaya state assembly member defeating Gan Meng Foo from Master of Computer Applications, Barisan Nasional. On 21 June 2013, Hannah Yeoh was elected and sworn in as Malaysia"s first woman speaker for Selangor State Assembly.
At the age of 34 she is also the youngest speaker of any legislative Assembly in Malaysia.
Manifesto
Hannah Yeoh had listed several concerns as part of her pre-election campaign.:
Security
Apprehensive of personal safety when moving about in the neighbourhood. Safety of property in view of rising crime rate.
MPSJ Draft Local Plan
Development plans currently lack residents" interest as primary consideration. High density development
Projects being approved within close proximity without due consideration to factors such as car parks, traffic congestion and preserving the natural environment.
Traffic & Parking
Traffic congestion both at main roads and commercial areas.
Public Transport
Alignment of LRT line and bus routes. Better Management of funds
Funds being used for projects which do not significantly benefit the residents. Environment & Recreation
Lack of recreation areas especially for families with children living in flats, apartments and condominiums.
Preservation of green lung areas.
