Representing the district where he was born and raised, Senator Smith is proud to represent the “vibrant” and “evolving” District 20 in Montgomery County.
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Online with Old Line: Senator Jeff Waldstreicher
Saying he got into politics “by accident,” Senator Waldstreicher saw an opportunity and took it when he was elected into a vacant seat.
Online with Old Line: Senator Melony Griffith
A graduate of Howard University and a social worker by training, Senator Griffith represents the central and southern areas of Prince George’s County.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Kirill Reznik
Citing his early-childhood immigration from the Soviet Union at the height of the Cold War as part of the reason he became so interested in politics, Delegate Kirill Reznik is a busy man, father and legislator.
Online with Old Line: Senator Shelly Hettleman
Describing her district as “Maryland in miniature,” Senator Shelly Hettleman is proud to represent the same place where she herself grew up.
Online with Old Line: Senator Chris West
Senator Chris West describes his political career as “a way to give back.” First running for office at 64 years old, he says he wants to give back all the “blessings” he’s seen in his life.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Joseline Pena-Melnyk
An immigrant from the Dominican Republic, Delegate Joseline Peña-Melnyk is an “island girl” with a passion for civil rights, equity and advancing her community.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Regina T. Boyce
Hailing from the Caribbean, Delegate Regina T. Boyce never imagined herself a legislator, but has always wanted to help and uplift her community.
Online with Old Line: Senator Brian Feldman
From busting brothels to bingo calling, Senator Brian Feldman has led a colorful and storied career.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Charles Otto
A native of Somerset County, Maryland, Delegate Charles Otto currently lives in the house where he grew up, having only changed his address for the 3 years when he attended Virginia Tech.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Jason Buckel
Maryland Delegate and House Minority Leader Jason Buckel was born and raised in Allegany County, the district he now represents. He’s a practicing lawyer and an avid sports fan.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Kumar Barve
He once worked for a satellite company, where ideas were inspired by science fiction novels. Now, Delegate Kumar Barve draws inspiration from everything around him.
LATEST INSIGHTS
Changes Coming to Maryland Legislature
With the departure of Senator Melony G. Griffith to become CEO of the Maryland Hospital Association, several changes are ahead for the Maryland General Assembly.
New Laws Now in Effect in Maryland
Passed by the Maryland General Assembly, new laws address firearms, child sexual abuse cases and more.
Goodwill Excel Center Set to Open Late September
Finishing touches are underway at Goodwill’s Excel Center, a tuition-free, public high school for adults, 21 years of age and older.
