Mae Patricia Quema “Trish” La Chica is a Filipino-born American politician and a Democratic member of the Hawaii House of Representatives.[1] In 2023, Governor of Hawaii Josh Green appointed her to replace Ryan Yamane.[2]
La Chica was selected for the Future Caucus Innovation Fellowship as a member of the 2025-2026 Energy and Environment cohort.[3] In a press conference, La Chica raised concerns over the high cost of living and increased crime. She pledged to listen to the community and support them.[4]
References
- ^ “Trish La Chica”. www.capitol.hawaii.gov. Retrieved February 16, 2024.
- ^ “Gov. Green appoints Trish La Chica and Luke Evslin to fill vacant House seats”. Hawai’i Public Radio. February 16, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2024.
- ^ Wyatt, Garrett (December 10, 2024). “64 Gen Z and Millennial Lawmakers Chosen for Bipartisan Future Caucus Fellowship”. Future Caucus. Retrieved June 11, 2025.
- ^ Bodon, Sabrina (February 16, 2023). “Gov. Green appoints Trish La Chica and Luke Evslin to fill vacant House seats”.