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House of Delegates Member · Legislative District 26 · 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 raceKriselda Valderrama serves as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates representing District 26, where she describes herself as effective, experienced, and respected leadership. As a mother and life-long resident of the district, she emphasizes that all parents want the best for their children and performs her duties in this spirit. She notes that with ongoing projects such as National Harbor and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, District 26 is progressing economically. Valderrama commits to continuing to represent constituents in Annapolis while working to turn challenges into opportunities.
Sources: Campaign website
All parents – mothers and fathers – want the best for their children. It is in this spirit which fuels and energizes me each and every day as I perform my duties as a member of the House of Delegates.
I wholeheartedly understand the responsibilities placed upon me as your representative. It is an honor for me to represent you.
Working families deserve fair wages and benefits for a fair day's work.
Education is the cornerstone of a healthy economy and we must provide our citizens with the best possible opportunity.
Source: krisvalderrama.com
Economic Development
Valderrama notes District 26 is progressing economically with ongoing projects like National Harbor and Woodrow Wilson Bridge, and commits to continuing economic development within the county and district.
“As many of you may know, with the ongoing projects such as National Harbor and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, our district is progressing economically. With your welcomed input, together we can continue to spur economic development within the county and our district.”
Education
She states education must be above par and is the cornerstone of a healthy economy.
“I want the children of our county and state and their families to feel safe in their neighborhoods, and to know that the education system is above par. Education is the cornerstone of a healthy economy and we must provide our citizens with the best possible opportunity.”
Women's Issues
Valderrama fights for women to be treated fairly, specifically mentioning her daughters.
“Women deserve to be treated fairly. I am fighting for my daughters, and for yours as well.”
Paid Family Leave
She advocates for paid family medical leave programs including the Time to Care Act of 2022.
“Latest News: Advocates Rally Md. Lawmakers to Pass Paid Family Medical Leave This Year | Time to Care Act of 2022 would provide 12 weeks paid time off for caregivers”
Working Families
She states working families deserve fair wages and benefits for a fair day's work.
“Working families deserve fair wages and benefits for a fair day's work.”
“I want the children of our county and state and their families to feel safe in their neighborhoods, and to know that the education system is above par. Education is the cornerstone of a healthy economy.”
Source“With your welcomed input, together we can continue to spur economic development within the county and our district.”
Source“Women deserve to be treated fairly. I am fighting for my daughters, and for yours as well.”
Source“Time to Care Act of 2022 would provide 12 weeks paid time off for caregivers”
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