Ballot question
Prince George's County Question B: eliminate the two at-large council seats (charter amendment)
- On the ballot in
- Prince George's County
- Vote
- Yes or no
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
The question, as printed on the ballot
Effective December 2030, and for each subsequent election cycle, this measure will reduce the County Council membership from 11 members to 9 members by eliminating the two at-large council seats which do not represent a specific council district. This measure will provide for more efficient and cost-effective elections and will restore the voting strength of communities and neighborhoods in each district.
A “Yes” vote means
A yes vote reduces the County Council from 11 to 9 members, effective December 2030, by eliminating the two at-large seats.
A “No” vote means
A no vote keeps the County Council at 11 members, including the two at-large seats.
Sources
- Ballot Questions for the November 3, 2026 Election · Maryland State Board of Elections
- Certified ballots, 2026 Gubernatorial General Election: Prince George's County (every ballot style) · Maryland State Board of Elections
- Prince George's County Proposed Charter Amendment Text (Questions A–E) · Maryland State Board of Elections
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