Jason LaForest
Candidate for Arizona State Senate – District 5
Arizona · Legislative District 5
Statement
Serving as Chief Financial Officer for the Corporation Commission, the Department of Gaming, and the Arizona State Hospital, I witnessed firsthand systemic failures in oversight, accountability, and governance across Arizona's public institutions. These experiences shaped a core belief: when Arizonans aren't getting results, the solution isn't to blame the processes at the bottom, it's to reform systems at top. I'm running to restore professionalism, strengthen accountability, and return rules-based governance to state government. By modernizing oversight and reinforcing legislative accountability, we can reverse institutional decline and rebuild a public service that delivers for every Arizonan. Government reform motivated me to run for office, but my campaign is about more. As a Clean Elections Candidate, I will work to remove corporate money and influence from political campaigns. Arizona's initiative, referendum, and recall processes, along with vote by mail, are cornerstones of our democracy; they must be protected, and expanded in ways that meet today's voters. Above all, as an independent, I am committed to effectively representing Central Phoenix as State Senator for LD5. If you are in this district, I want to hear from you. Please visit my website and share the issues that matter most to you.
Biography
Born and raised in Phoenix, Jason LaForest attended public schools, earned degrees from the University of Arizona and Grand Canyon University. After graduating, he began a decade-long career in public service, becoming one of Arizona's youngest chief financial officers to lead multiple state agencies. Jason has served under different administrations and worked closely with elected officials from both parties, shaping his belief that when governing becomes political, the public pays the price. An Eagle Scout and avid outdoorsman who completed the Arizona Trail, he values what makes Arizona unique and is committed to creating lasting opportunities for future generations.
Positions
Issue Stances
Water Policy
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Education Funding
SupportsBiography says he is a product of public schools and frames public service as central to his leadership.
Border Security & Immigration
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Housing Affordability
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Election Integrity
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Healthcare Access
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Public Safety & Criminal Justice
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Energy Policy
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Economic Development & Jobs
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Reproductive Rights
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Transportation & Infrastructure
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Government Spending & Taxation
SupportsHis site says he has led finance teams in the public sector and wants to secure Arizona's financial future, indicating support for fiscal reform or accountability.
Legislature
Legislative Voting Record
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Ballot
Ballot Measure Stances
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