Dave Hunt
Dave Hunt (b. November 10, 1967) is a former Democratic member of the Oregon House of Representatives, representing District 40 from 2003 until his retirement in 2013.
While in office, Hunt served as House Democratic Leader, Majority Leader and Speaker of the House.[1]
Hunt previously served as District Director for U.S. Congressman Brian Baird and Congresswoman Darlene Hooley. He held the position of Field Director for Oregonians for Quality Healthcare. Hunt was also the Vice Chair of the Oregon City School Board.
Biography
Hunt attended Columbia University. His professional experience includes working as the Executive Director of the Columbia River Channel Coalition and the Association of Pacific Ports.[2]
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Hunt served on these committees:
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Hunt served on these committees:
- Emergency Board Committee, Oregon State Legislature, Co-Chair
- Legislative Administration Committee, Oregon State Legislature, Co-Chair
Elections
2012
Hunt did not run for re-election in 2012.
2010
Hunt won re-election to the 40th District seat in 2010. He had no primary opposition but was challenged by Deborah Gerritzen in the general election which took place on November 2, 2010.[3]
| Oregon State House, District 40 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
 Dave Hunt (D)
|
12,500 | |||
| Deborah Gerritzen (R) | 8,135 | |||
2008
On November 4, 2008, Hunt won re-election to Oregon State House District 40.[4][5]He ran unopposed.
| Oregon State House District 40 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Dave Hunt (D)
|
17,239 | |||
| Misc. | 595 | |||
Campaign finance summary
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Personal
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Hunt and his wife, Tonia have two children, Andrew and Emily.
Recent news
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See also
- Oregon House of Representatives
- House Committees
- Oregon State Legislature
- Joint Committees
- Oregon state legislative districts
External links
- Official campaign website
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Legislative Profile from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002
Footnotes
- ↑ Oregon Capitol News, "New Legislative Session means new leaders in the House caucuses," November 11, 2010
- ↑ Project Vote Smart, "Biography of Dave Hunt," accessed December 29, 2014
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "2010 General Election Results," accessed April 30, 2015
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "2008 Oregon Primary Election Results," accessed April 30, 2015
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "2008 General Election Results," accessed April 30, 2015
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by ' |
Oregon House of Representatives - District 40 2003–2013 |
Succeeded by Brent Barton (D) |
