Jason Cisneroz

Jason is a third generation Texan, and was born and raised in Houston’s Near Northside. He attended Looscan Elementary, Hamilton Middle School, and graduated from John H. Reagan High School.

Jason was exposed early on in life about the political process, as his late mother would always take him with her to the voting booth, and remembers how they both attended a campaign rally for then Presidential hopeful Bill Clinton in downtown Houston in the early 90s. He also watched her volunteer on various campaigns, including those of Felix Fraga and Gabriel Vasquez, as well her tireless efforts volunteering with the local neighborhood civic association. His mother was very instrumental in instilling the high-quality values and firm work ethic that Jason demonstrates today.

Upon graduation, Jason attended Houston Community College, and received an Associate’s Degree in Legal Assistant Technology. During that time, he joined the United States Army Reserves. Jason joined the reserves about eight years ago, right after 9-11 in November 2001.

He is a veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom II, and is a dental assistant in the military. Jason was mobilized to the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in 2006, and successfully completed the Non-Commissioned Officer Academy during his tour. In Germany, he treated wounded U.S. soldiers, coalition force personnel, and civilians from Iraq and Afghanistan. He also had the opportunity to instruct young soldiers at the Warrior Leadership Prep Course and trained with the German army on various occasions. Jason was awarded the esteemed German military Schutzenschnur award and the Army Achievement Medal while serving in Europe. He is now an E-6, Staff Sergeant, and just extended his military contract for 8 more years. He currently holds a position as a squad leader with the 7231st Medical Detachment Unit alongside the 4005th United States Army Hospital.

Jason is currently finishing up his last round of courses at the University of Houston, seeking a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Political Science, with a minor in Public Relations. There, he was also elected Senator for the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences in 2007.

Jason has worked and volunteered on various political campaigns, including the Ana Hernandez for State Representative Campaign (volunteer), Adrian Garcia for District H Campaign (volunteer), Adrian Garcia for Sheriff Campaign (volunteer), Armando Walle for State Representative Campaign (Campaign Manager), and Ed Gonzalez for District H Campaign (Co-Campaign Manager).

Jason worked for District H City Council Member Adrian Garcia as a council aide from 2004 – 2009, and is currently working for the newly elected, City Council Member Ed Gonzalez. After growing interest in local politics, he joined the Harris County Tejano Democrats in 2005, and has held positions as an officer with the Young Tejanos Caucus and previously as Vice Chair of the main organization in 2008. He volunteers for various other Get Out The Vote Initiatives, and is a member of the North Central Civic Association.

Jason also attends St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, and is currently engaged to Sanjuanita Alba, an elementary school teacher in the Near Northside area.

His hobbies include reading about politics, campaigning, bike riding, and improving his military capabilities. Jason owns a home in Houston’s Near Northside, and plans to join the Houston Police Department in the future.