| Christina Morales | |
| State House: | Texas |
| District: | 145th |
| Term Start: | March 18, 2019 |
| Predecessor: | Carol Alvarado |
| Birth Date: | 13 April 1968[1] |
| Party: | Democratic |
| Children: | 2 |
| Residence: | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Alma Mater: | Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service |
Christina Morales (born April 13, 1968) is a Texas Democratic politician serving in the Texas House of Representatives for district 145.
Morales' grandfather, Felix H. Morales, opened KLVL the first Spanish speaking radio station that reported news for the Gulf Coast. At the age of 23, following the death of her grandmother, Morales took over the funeral home ran by the family. Morales has 2 children and 2 twin grandchildren. She is Hispanic[2]
Morales, in 1997, founded the Annual Morales Back to School Supplies Giveaway. The program helps low income children in Houston get supplies needed for school. Morales serves as CEO of the program.[2]
In the spring of 2019, Morales was elected to represent district 145 in the Texas House of Representatives.[2] She was sworn in on March 18, 2019 succeeding Carol Alvarado.[3] Additionally, Morales has served as a board member of several organizations.[2] She is affiliated with the Democratic Party.[3]
Morales is vying to be the replacement Democraticnominee for Texas's 18th congressional district following the death of Sheila Jackson Lee.[4]