Ann Guthrie Hingston
Candidate for House of Delegates, District 16
Background
Elected member of the Republican Central Committee and its chair for Legislative District 16 and a County Taxpayers League board member. Spent 28 years in the federal government, including on President Reagan's White House speechwriting and public liaison staffs.
Documented positions
Taxes & budget
Supports cutting taxes, beginning with a 5% property tax increase.
ReportMaryland House of Delegates District 16: 2026 Maryland Voter GuideCandidate questionnaire · The Banner · May 18, 2026 · thebanner.com
“We should also cut taxes to stimulate economic development as well as reduce tax burdens, beginning with the 5% property tax hike 3 years ago.”
Education
Proposes an inspector general for Montgomery County schools.
ReportMaryland House of Delegates District 16: 2026 Maryland Voter GuideCandidate questionnaire · The Banner · May 18, 2026 · thebanner.com
“I would propose a state bill to create an Inspector General dedicated solely to MCPS to ensure funding for educational outcomes.”
Supports tying school funding to student outcomes.
ReportMaryland House of Delegates District 16: 2026 Maryland Voter GuideCandidate questionnaire · The Banner · May 18, 2026 · thebanner.com
“Budget allocations should be tied to student outcomes — with performance metrics required before renewal.”
Roads & infrastructure
Supports expanding the American Legion Bridge, I-270 and I-495.
ReportMaryland House of Delegates District 16: 2026 Maryland Voter GuideCandidate questionnaire · The Banner · May 18, 2026 · thebanner.com
“fixing traffic congestion caused by the State’s failure to expand the American Legion Bridge, I-270 and I-495”
Government & transparency
Supports legislative review of WSSC operations and fees.
ReportMaryland House of Delegates District 16: 2026 Maryland Voter GuideCandidate questionnaire · The Banner · May 18, 2026 · thebanner.com
“It is time for General Assembly to reexamine how WSSC operates, why fees keep rising, and the schedule for replacing decaying pipes.”
Supports state review of spending by nonprofit grantees.
ReportMaryland House of Delegates District 16: 2026 Maryland Voter GuideCandidate questionnaire · The Banner · May 18, 2026 · thebanner.com
“It is unacceptable that the state government does not review or report on how public monies are spent by nonprofits receiving state grants and contracts.”
Other issues in this race
Other candidates in this race addressed these topics. We found no documented position from Ann Guthrie Hingston on them.
- HousingNo documented position found.
- Economy & jobsNo documented position found.
- Environment & parksNo documented position found.
- Health & human servicesNo documented position found.
All sources (4)
- Certified ballots, 2026 Gubernatorial General Election (every county's ballot styles)
Election filing · Maryland State Board of Elections · elections.maryland.gov
- 2026 Gubernatorial General Election State Candidates List
Election filing · Maryland State Board of Elections · elections.maryland.gov
- Certified ballots, 2026 Gubernatorial General Election: Montgomery County (every ballot style)
Election filing · Maryland State Board of Elections · elections.maryland.gov
- Maryland House of Delegates District 16: 2026 Maryland Voter Guide
Candidate questionnaire · The Banner · May 18, 2026 · thebanner.com
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