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Jason Powell
born 1978-01-25 (Age 48)
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
Jason Powell is a Democratic member of the Tennessee House of Representatives representing District 531. He assumed office on January 8, 2013, following his initial election in November 20123. His current term is scheduled to end on November 3, 20261.
Powell is seeking re-election to the Tennessee House of Representatives for District 53 as a Democrat1. He appears on the ballot for the Democratic primary scheduled for August 6, 20261.
Background and education
Jason L. Powell is a native Nashvillian4. He attended Montgomery Bell Academy and the University of Memphis before pursuing higher education in other fields3.
Powell received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and political science from the University of Colorado at Boulder1. He later earned a Master of Public Administration from Tennessee State University1.
Career
Jason Powell is a native Nashvillian who self-describes as a businessman and public servant 4. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in history and political science from the University of Colorado at Boulder and a Master of Public Administration from Tennessee State University 13. Professional biographical profiles indicate that he resides in Nashville with his spouse, Heather Corum 36.
Information regarding specific pre-political jobs, businesses owned or operated, professional licenses, or military service is not provided in the available sources 5.
Office history
Jason Powell was first elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives in 2012, assuming office on January 8, 2013 13. He represents District 53, which covers portions of the Nolensville Pike corridor from Berry Hill to Cane Ridge in Nashville 4. As a member of the Democratic Party, he serves two-year terms without term limits 2. His current term is scheduled to end on November 3, 2026 1.
During his tenure, Powell has held various legislative responsibilities, including proposing House Joint Resolution 7009, which seeks to restrict the timing of congressional map redraws to occur only after each U.S. Census unless necessary to address constitutional or Voting Rights Act violations 7. He has also been involved in legislation regarding sports gaming, business protections, and reproductive rights 9.
Powell is currently running for re-election to the Tennessee House of Representatives in the Democratic primary scheduled for August 6, 2026 1. The outcome of this upcoming election is unknown.
Legislative record and accomplishments
Jason Powell has served in the Tennessee House of Representatives since assuming office in January 2013 3. He represents District 53, a district along the Nolensville Pike corridor from Berry Hill to Cane Ridge in Nashville 4. Powell holds a B.A. in history and political science from the University of Colorado at Boulder and a Master's of Public Administration from Tennessee State University 1.
In the 2024 legislative session, Powell sponsored House Joint Resolution 7009, which proposes to restrict the timing of congressional map redraws by requiring changes only after each U.S. Census unless necessary to address violations of the U.S. Constitution or the federal Voting Rights Act 7. His legislative record includes votes on significant social and economic issues; scorecards from the Family Action Council of Tennessee indicate he voted against SB 16/HB 1 (the Tennessee Sports Gaming Act) and SB 1257/HB 1029 (the Human Life Protection Act), while supporting SB 2465/HB 2568 (Chemical Abortion Reversal Information) 9.
Powell identifies as a Democrat and has received endorsements from liberal organizations including the United Auto Workers Tennessee AFL-CIO and Tennessee Advocates for Planned Parenthood 5. He describes himself as a public servant who prioritizes listening to constituents regarding legislation and district issues 4.
Business interests and wealth source
Jason Powell identifies himself as a businessman and has been involved in various commercial ventures throughout his career 4. He self-describes as a "proud father, husband, and businessman who has long been deeply i[nvolved]" in the community 4. Specific details regarding the nature of his business interests, ownership stakes, or sources of personal wealth are not provided in the available biographical records 6.
Public financial disclosure documents required for state legislators are tracked by monitoring services such as LegiStorm, which notes that 35 new personal financial disclosures have been added to its database for Powell 8. However, the specific contents of these disclosures, including asset values or income sources, are not detailed in the provided source material 6.
Family
Jason Powell is married to Heather Corum 3. He self-describes as a husband and father 4.
Sources
Public filings
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Tennessee — campaign finance (search)
- State offices (Governor, US Senate, US Rep, TN Senate, TN House, State Executive Committee) — Tennessee Registry of Election Finance. Click Search for Candidates and PACs, enter last name “Powell”, and submit.
- County and municipal offices (County Mayor, Commissioner, Sheriff, School Board, court clerks, municipal alderman, etc.) — most major TN counties use the EasyVote portal. Select the relevant county and search by candidate name (“Powell”).
Tennessee — statement of interest
- Required for state and local officials and candidates — Tennessee Ethics Commission Conflict of Interest Search. Enter last name “Powell”and, if needed, select the applicable position.