Jason Powell is a Democratic member of the Tennessee House of Representatives, representing District 53 since 2013. He currently serves as Democratic Whip and previously as Minority Floor Leader . Notable positions include membership on committees such as Civil Justice, State Government, Transportation, and Commerce. His professional background includes Director of Business Development at Freeman Webb Companies , licensed real estate broker, and prior roles in education, campaign management, and community coalitions.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Attended Montgomery Bell Academy for high school; University of Colorado Boulder and University of Memphis ; Master of Public Administration from Tennessee State University; Member of Phi Alpha Honor Society.
• Political Experience: Elected to Tennessee House District 53 ; Candidate in 2006 , 2022, and 2024; Former Representative on Davidson County Democratic Executive Committee; Field Director for John Kerry ; Campaign Manager for Cravins for Congress .
• Other Experience: Substitute teacher in Nashville Public Schools ; Director, Coalition for Healthy and Safe Campus Communities ; Former board member, Prevention Alliance of Tennessee and Nashville Emerging Leaders; Active in neighborhood associations and real estate groups.