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House of Delegates Member · Legislative District 36 · 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 raceDelegate Jay Jacobs is a Republican serving in the Maryland House of Delegates representing District 36, which includes Kent County on the Eastern Shore. On September 17, 2025, he formally filed for reelection alongside fellow District 36 delegates Steve Arentz and Jeff Ghrist. The three are described as standing united in their commitment to deliver experienced and principled leadership for the Upper Eastern Shore. Maryland Senator Hershey expressed support for Jacobs' candidacy during this filing announcement.
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External news coverage from myeasternshoremd.com reports that Delegate Jay Jacobs is one of three Republican delegates in District 36 who filed for reelection together. The article notes he represents Kent County and was part of a joint filing with Delegates Arentz and Ghrist. Senator Hershey expressed support for the candidates during this announcement.
“standing united in their commitment to deliver experienced and principled leadership for the Upper Eastern Shore”
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