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House of Delegates Member · Legislative District 24 · 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 raceLaTasha R. Ward was born at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, DC, and raised her entire life in Prince George's County's 24th Legislative District. A graduate of Fairmont Heights High School and St. Peter's College with a double major in Business Management and Marketing Management, she worked as an elite student-athlete leading her team to the school's first Maryland State Championship. From 1993 to 2007, she worked directly with at-risk youth through diversion programs, and currently owns Go Promote You, LLC while serving as Founder and Executive Director of The Solid Foundation, Inc., which provides services for returning citizens and their children. External sources describe her as a community activist who previously served on the Prince George's County Democratic Central Committee and managed a campaign last year for a defense attorney seeking election as a circuit court judge. She emphasizes that she is not running to be a politician but to represent District 24 residents waiting for a champion like herself, aiming to secure one of three seats in the district after a previous run in 2018.
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"We must invest in stronger support systems, prevention, and access to services that help families heal, stabilize, and move ForWARD."
"She's not running to become a politician — she's running to represent the people of District 24 who've been waiting for a champion like her."
"Action speaks louder than words — here is the proof."
Source: latashaward.com
Economic Relief
Support small businesses and expand career pathways for working families.
“"Support small businesses and expand career pathways for working families."”
Education & Pathways
Fully fund schools, increase teacher pay, and expand trade programs.
“"Fully funding schools, raising teacher pay, and creating vocational pathways that prepare District 24 students for real careers."”
Public Safety
Review safety protocols and invest in community-based policing.
“"Review safety protocols and invest in community-based policing."”
Healthcare Access
Expand mental health services and affordable preventive care access.
“"Expanding mental health services and ensuring every resident has access to quality, affordable care."”
Affordable Housing
Fight for rent control, livable wages, and housing stability for seniors.
“"Protect seniors with rent control and expanded in-home care."”
Strengthening Families
Prevention, intervention, and youth summer jobs programs.
“"Prevention, intervention, and youth summer jobs programs."”
Veterans & Returning Citizens
Wraparound services and second chances for those who served.
“"Providing wraparound services for veterans... giving returning citizens the second chance they deserve."”
Mental Health
Expand access to treatment and crisis services for all residents.
“"Expand access to treatment and crisis services for all residents."”
The Washington Informer reports that LaTasha Ward filed for candidacy to represent the 24th legislative district in Prince George's County, which includes communities like Glenarden, Largo, and Springdale. She is described as a community activist who previously served on the Prince George's County Democratic Central Committee and managed a campaign last year for a defense attorney seeking election as a circuit court judge. The article notes she hopes to obtain the Maryland state delegate role after a previous failure in 2018 and cites former Delegate Carolyn J. B. Howard's endorsement that Ward is "always in the community."
“"Fully funding schools, raising teacher pay, and creating vocational pathways that prepare District 24 students for real careers."”
Source“"Protect seniors with rent control and expanded in-home care."”
Source“"Review safety protocols and invest in community-based policing."”
Source“"Expanding mental health services and ensuring every resident has access to quality, affordable care."”
Source“"Support small businesses and expand career pathways for working families."”
Source“"Providing wraparound services for veterans... giving returning citizens the second chance they deserve."”
Source“"Protect seniors with rent control and expanded in-home care."”
Source“"15 years working directly with at-risk youth through diversion programs as a Counselor and Program Coordinator in MD and VA."”
Source“"helping returning citizens expunge records, find housing, and rebuild their lives."”
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