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House of Delegates Member · Legislative District 27A · Maryland · 2026 Primary
Members of the Maryland House of Delegates represent their local districts in the state legislature by proposing, debating, and voting on laws that impact public education, healthcare, and transportation. They work alongside the state Senate to pass Maryland’s annual budget and determine how tax dollars are allocated to community services and infrastructure projects. This office is vital because delegates shape the statewide policies and spending priorities that directly influence the daily lives of all residents.
View all candidates in this raceClifton Crosby, Jr. is a life-long Charles County resident seeking election to the Maryland House of Delegates for District 27A. A cybersecurity professional supporting the Department of Defense since 2020, he previously served as Vice President of Undergraduate Affairs for the University Systems of Maryland Student Council, representing over 100,000 students across 12 institutions. His background includes dual-enrollment coursework at CSM and cybersecurity certifications from North Point High School before earning a B.S. in Information Technology and pursuing an M.S. in Cyber Security Operations from the University of Maryland Global Campus. Rooted in community service, he aims to address rising costs for families, improve education resources, and invest in infrastructure like Southern Maryland light rail. He emphasizes transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility as core values for public leadership.
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"With over 40% of our district being commuters, I will introduce a Commuter Tax Credit to fight the costs of getting to and from work."
"Southern Maryland has waited long enough. I will ensure that the long-awaited light rail project moves from a good idea to reality."
"Taxpayers deserve to know if their dollars are being spent in the most effective way possible."
"I want to put the best resources in every classroom across the district and encourage students to pursue a college education with in-state college application reimbursements."
Source: electcliftoncrosby.com
Affordability
Fight for affordability by reducing taxes, introducing a commuter tax credit, raising teacher minimum wage, and stopping vehicle registration fee hikes.
“"With over 40% of our district being commuters, I will introduce a Commuter Tax Credit to fight the costs of getting to and from work."”
Education
Invest in education by raising teacher minimum wage, funding P-Tech Pathways, providing in-state college application reimbursements, and recognizing mental wellness days as excused absences.
“"I will also invest in the P-Tech Pathways program and expand its access to every student in every state."”
Infrastructure
Invest in infrastructure by providing grants for small businesses to get into vacant storefronts and securing funding for Southern Maryland light rail.
“"That's why I will provide grants for our small businesses to get in and stay in those vacant storefronts."”
Public Safety
Secure public safety by exploring options with local law enforcement, proposing voluntary gun buyback programs, and introducing an Ammunition Tax to fund support services.
“"I will propose the creation of voluntary gun buyback programs to get unnecessary firearms off the streets."”
Government Ethics
Mandate government performance grades to bring transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility to Annapolis.
“"I will bring transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility to Annapolis."”
“"I will also invest in the P-Tech Pathways program and expand its access to every student in every state."”
Source“"With over 40% of our district being commuters, I will introduce a Commuter Tax Credit to fight the costs of getting to and from work."”
Source“"Fight for affordability... reduce your taxes."”
Source“"I will also secure funding to incentivize multi-purpose and recreational projects to attract businesses back to our district."”
Source“"I will propose the creation of voluntary gun buyback programs to get unnecessary firearms off the streets."”
Source“"I will bring transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility to Annapolis."”
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