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Linda Hunt

Linda Hunt

Dem

State Assembly · House District 17

31 Bills
694 Votes
0 Answered

Biography

Linda F. Hunt is a Democratic member of the Nevada State Assembly representing District 17 in Clark County, encompassing areas including Nellis Air Force Base and parts of North Las Vegas. A mom, grandma, and server with a 45-year career in the Culinary Union, she focuses on affordable healthcare, housing, good-paying jobs, and public safety.

Education and Political Experience

Specific details on Hunt's formal education are not available in public records. Her political experience includes serving as a freshman Assemblymember, succeeding Claire Thomas after winning a competitive Democratic primary. She has introduced key bills such as AB417 to crack down on illegal street racing by authorizing vehicle inspections, and AB220 to provide temporary ID cards for homeless individuals to access services. Hunt advocates for protecting the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid, lowering prescription drug costs, and expanding healthcare access.

Committees

4 assignments
Education member
Government Affairs member
Health and Human Services member
Health and Wellness Special member

At a glance

Office
State Assembly
District
House District 17
Born
April 2, 1945 (81 years old)
Mailing
Room 4122, Nevada Assembly 401 S. Carson St., Carson City, NV 89701