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State Senator · Legislative District 42 · Maryland · 2026 Primary
Maryland State Senators represent their local districts in the General Assembly, where they propose and vote on laws covering issues like education, transportation, and public safety. They are responsible for approving the state’s annual budget and have the unique power to confirm or reject the Governor’s appointments for judges and agency leaders. This office is critical because its decisions determine how state tax dollars are spent and which policies govern your local community.
View all candidates in this raceKevin Ford is a candidate for State Senator in Maryland, District 42, who identifies as a husband, father, professional firefighter, farmer, and small business person with deep Maryland roots. He describes himself as a Republican committed to lower taxes, less spending, public safety, parental rights, and protecting freedoms while representing constituents in Annapolis. Ford emphasizes timeless values of devotion to family, hard work, responsibility, and making a difference in the community. His platform focuses on reducing government burdens by voting against new taxes and focusing on reducing government spending so Maryland can live within its means. He also prioritizes protecting productive farmland in District 42 as a dedicated way of life that must be preserved for future generations. Additionally, he advocates for parental rights in education and addressing issues associated with illegal immigration to ensure public safety.
Sources: Campaign website
Kevin’s Maryland roots run deep.
He will represent us in Annapolis as a Republican committed to lower taxes, less spending, public safety, parental rights and protecting our freedoms.
Taxes Maryland’s tax burdens are too high. I will be a consistent vote against new taxes and focus on reducing government spending.
Maryland must learn to live within our means.
District 42 contains some of the most productive farmland in Maryland. We have a rich history in farming and it is a dedicated way of life which must be protected.
I believe that parents have a right to be involved in the education of their children.
Source: friendsofkevinford.com
Tax Policy
Ford opposes new taxes and aims to reduce government spending to lower tax burdens for Maryland residents.
“Taxes Maryland’s tax burdens are too high. I will be a consistent vote against new taxes and focus on reducing government spending.”
Fiscal Policy
The candidate advocates for the state to manage its budget responsibly without increasing financial obligations.
“Maryland must learn to live within our means.”
Agriculture
Ford highlights District 42 as containing productive farmland and emphasizes protecting farming history and lifestyle.
“District 42 contains some of the most productive farmland in Maryland. We have a rich history in farming and it is a dedicated way of life which must be protected.”
Public Safety
The candidate addresses concerns regarding illegal immigration and violent crimes affecting community safety.
“Recently, Maryland as well as our country have experienced the problems associated with illegal immigration. We have seen the problems violent illegals have caused in the murders of Rachel Morin...”
Education
Ford supports parental involvement and focuses schools on fundamental aspects of education.
“I believe that parents have a right to be involved in the education of their children. I think our schools should focus on the fundamental aspects of a good education by focusing...”
Small Business
Ford identifies himself as a small business person, indicating support for this sector.
“Kevin Ford is a husband, father, professional firefighter, farmer, and small business person.”
“Taxes Maryland’s tax burdens are too high. I will be a consistent vote against new taxes and focus on reducing government spending.”
Source“Maryland must learn to live within our means.”
Source“District 42 contains some of the most productive farmland in Maryland. We have a rich history in farming and it is a dedicated way of life which must be protected.”
Source“Recently, Maryland as well as our country have experienced the problems associated with illegal immigration. We have seen the problems violent illegals have caused...”
Source“Recently, Maryland as well as our country have experienced the problems associated with illegal immigration.”
Source“I believe that parents have a right to be involved in the education of their children. I think our schools should focus on the fundamental aspects of a good education by focusing...”
Source“Kevin Ford is a husband, father, professional firefighter, farmer, and small business person.”
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