# Prince George's County Delegation

The Prince George's County Delegation refers to the 23 delegates who are elected from districts in Prince George's County, Maryland, to serve in the Maryland House of Delegates.

## Historical background

Prince George's County has a rich history of political representation dating back to its founding in 1696. The delegation has evolved over the years to adapt to the growing and diverse population of the county. The members of the delegation work together to address local issues and advocate for policies that benefit their constituents.

## Structure and function

The Prince George's County Delegation is composed of delegates from various legislative districts within the county. Each district elects delegates based on population, ensuring proportional representation. The delegation operates as a cohesive unit within the Maryland General Assembly, often collaborating with other county delegations on statewide issues.
As of 2024, Delegate Nicole Williams from District 22 serves as chairwoman.

## Key responsibilities

* Legislation: Members of the delegation introduce and support bills that affect Prince George's County and the state of Maryland.
* Budget Advocacy: The delegation works to secure funding for county projects and services, including education, transportation, and public safety.
* Constituent Services: Delegates assist residents with issues related to state government, providing resources and support to address their concerns.
* Community Engagement: The delegation holds town halls and public forums to gather input from residents and keep them informed about legislative activities.

## Legislative impact

The Prince George's County Delegation has been instrumental in passing significant legislation that impacts not only the county but the entire state. From education reform to healthcare initiatives, the delegation's efforts have contributed to the betterment of Maryland as a whole.

## Collaboration with local government

The delegation works closely with the Prince George's County Council and other local government entities to ensure a unified approach to addressing the needs of the county. This collaboration enhances the effectiveness of both state and local governance.

## Authority and responsibilities

The Delegation is responsible for representing the interests, needs and concerns of the citizens of Prince George's County in the Maryland General Assembly. For comprehensive information regarding hearing and meeting schedules, their website provides all up-to-date calendars.

## Current members

| District | Counties represented | Delegate | Party | First elected | Committee |
| 21 | Anne Arundel, Prince George's | Mary A. Lehman | Democratic | 2018 | |
| 21 | Anne Arundel, Prince George's | Ben Barnes | Democratic | 2006 | Economic Matters |
| 21 | Anne Arundel, Prince George's | Joseline Pena-Melnyk | Democratic | 2006 | Health and Government Operations |
| 22 | Prince George's | | | |
| 22 | Prince George's | Anne Healey | Democratic | 1990 | Environmental Matters |
| 22 | Prince George's | Alonzo T. Washington | Democratic | | |
| 23A | Prince George's | Geraldine Valentino-Smith | Democratic | 2012 | Appropriations |
| 23B | Prince George's | Ron Watson | Democratic | 2018 | Judiciary |
| 23B | Prince George's | Marvin E. Holmes, Jr. | Democratic | 2002 | Environmental Matters |
| 24 | Prince George's | Andrea Harrison | Democratic | 2018 | Environment and Transportation |
| 24 | Prince George's | Erek Barron | Democratic | 2014 | Health and Government Operations |
| 24 | Prince George's | Jazz Lewis | Democratic | 2014 | Judiciary |
| 25 | Prince George's | Nick Charles | Democratic | 2018 | Health and Government Operations |
| 25 | Prince George's | Dereck E. Davis | Democratic | 1994 | Economic Matters (Chair) |
| 25 | Prince George's | Darryl Barnes | Democratic | 2014 | Ways and Means |
| 26 | Prince George's | Kris Valderrama | Democratic | 2006 | Judiciary |
| 26 | Prince George's | Jay Walker | Democratic | 2006 | Ways and Means |
| 26 | Prince George's | Veronica L. Turner | Democratic | | |
| 27A | Calvert, Prince George's | Elizabeth G. (Susie) Proctor | Democratic | | Appropriations |
| 27B | Calvert, Prince George's | Michael A. Jackson | Democratic | 2014 | Appropriations |
| 47A | Prince George's | Diana M. Fennell | Democratic | 2006 | Ways and Means |
| 47A | Prince George's | Julian Ivey | Democratic | 2018 | Ways & Means |
| 47B | Prince George's | Wanika B. Fisher | Democratic | 2018 | Judiciary |