Patricia Rae Hunter, (February 2, 1949) known by her nickname Tricia, is a former state legislator in California.
In the Assembly, she became known as an expert in health care and an advocate for the practicing registered nurses.
[1] Considered a moderate, she was disliked by conservatives and faced vigorous primary challenges.
In 2004, she sought to return to the state Assembly again in, but lost the election to Democrat Lori Saldaña.
[4] She continues to be outspoken on health care issues and do volunteer nursing work.