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House of Delegates Member · Legislative District 1B · 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 raceJason C. Buckel is a 52-year-old Republican serving as House Minority Leader in the Maryland House of Delegates representing Allegany County. In November 2024, he entered an Alford plea to one count of driving while impaired by alcohol following a traffic stop in June that resulted in multiple charges including driving on a suspended license and negligent driving. He was sentenced to probation before judgment with two years of supervised probation and ordered to complete an alcohol assessment, avoiding jail time despite the misdemeanor conviction. Buckel stated he is "not much of a drinker" who rarely consumes more than occasional wine or beer at dinner or sporting events, noting that his judgment and responsibilities will reflect the reality of strict driving laws going forward.
Public Safety
Supports strict laws regarding driving and has voted for them in the past.
“"Maryland has very strict laws with respect to driving, many of which I have voted for, and having even one or two alcoholic drinks before operating a vehicle is a poor idea," Buckel said”
Maryland Matters reports that Buckel avoided jail time after entering an Alford plea deal on a single charge of driving while impaired by alcohol from a June incident in Allegany County. The article details his sentence, which includes two years of supervised probation and a 270-day suspension of his driver's license, noting the plea will not jeopardize his seat in the House of Delegates. Maryland State Police pulled him over around 11:23 p.m., charging him with driving under the influence and other offenses before he pled to one count.
“"Maryland has very strict laws with respect to driving, many of which I have voted for..."”
Source“"...having even one or two alcoholic drinks before operating a vehicle is a poor idea," Buckel said"”
Source“"Top House Republican enters Alford plea to one count of driving while impaired by alcohol from June incident"”
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