Jon C. Sesso (born November 15, 1953) is an American politician of the Democratic Party. He was the Minority Leader of the Montana Senate, representing District 37 from 2013 to 2018. He was previously a member of the Montana House of Representatives, representing District 76, from 2004 to 2013.
Life and career before politics Jon Sesso was born on November 15, 1953, in Racine, Wisconsin.LinkedIn Profile, Jon Sesso Planning Director at Butte MT Local Gov't., LinkedIn (2019). Retrieved 04/26/2019 In 1971, Sesso attended the University of Wisconsin Madison and obtained a bachelor's degree in Communications and a master's degree in Communications and Environmental Studies.
Political career Since 1991, Sesso has been the Director of the Planning Department in the county of Silver Bow. He is heavily involved with Superfund activities, particularly in regards to the Berkeley Pit.
In 2004, Jon Sesso was elected to the Montana House of Representatives for the state's 76th District.Standard Staff, Sesso seeking legislative seat, Montana Standard (March 10, 2004). Retrieved 04/26/2019 Sesso served on the House Appropriations Committee during his tenure. During the 2011-2012 legislative session, Sesso served as the Minority Leader of the Montana House of Representatives for the Democratic Party.
Sesso was elected to the Montana Senate in 2013 and succeeded Carol Williams as the Minority Leader of the Senate.John S. Adams, MT Lowdown – Episode 15: Sen. Jon Sesso on finding the middle ground, MT Lowdown (April 16, 2019). Retrieved 04/26/2019
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External links Montana Senate - Jon Sesso official MT State Legislature website Project Vote Smart – Representative Jon C. Sesso (MT) profile Ballotpedia - Jon Sesso profile Follow the Money – Jon C Sesso 2008 2006 2004 campaign contributions