State
State Senator, 30th District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state senator votes on Maryland laws and the state budget and confirms the Governor's appointments.
Taxes & budget
Jessica HaireRepublican
- Pledges to address fees and energy bills to lower costs.
- Proposes budgeting that prioritizes essential public services.
- Sponsored county property tax credits for disabled veterans.
Shaneka T. HensonDemocratic
- Sponsored small-business property tax relief.
Public safety
Jessica HaireRepublican
- Supports stronger penalties for repeat violent offenders.
Shaneka T. HensonDemocratic
- Sponsored a law expanding Maryland Capitol Police jurisdiction.
- Sponsored firearm surrender for court-ordered outpatient treatment.
Housing
Jessica HaireRepublican
No documented position found.
Shaneka T. HensonDemocratic
- Sponsored an Annapolis ban on source-of-income housing discrimination.
- Sponsored a bill bringing transfer-on-death deeds to Maryland.
Economy & jobs
Jessica HaireRepublican
- Pledges to reduce regulation of farm stands and farmers markets.
Shaneka T. HensonDemocratic
No documented position found.
Roads & infrastructure
Jessica HaireRepublican
- Supports exploring burying power lines in vulnerable areas.
Shaneka T. HensonDemocratic
No documented position found.
Environment & parks
Jessica HaireRepublican
- Sponsored county bills converting failing septic systems to sewer.
Shaneka T. HensonDemocratic
No documented position found.
Health & human services
Jessica HaireRepublican
No documented position found.
Shaneka T. HensonDemocratic
- Supports abortion rights; voted for the constitutional amendment.
- Voted for the Public Health Abortion Grant Program.
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