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House of Delegates Member · Legislative District 46 · 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 raceMark Edelson is a State Delegate for Maryland District 46 and a civic-minded attorney seeking to continue his service in the House of Delegates. He describes himself as a husband, father to son Chase born in June 2023, and an immigrant whose resilience was modeled by his family's struggle and sacrifice. His late mother's guiding principle that 'if you can, you must' drives his vision to ensure every resident of Baltimore City has the same opportunity, hope, and experience that lifted his own family from hardship. Edelson stands for equitable and sustainable transportation, responsible fiscal management through the Budget committee, and making Baltimore safer, more affordable, and healthier. He emphasizes a commitment to removing struggle and sacrifice from similarly positioned families while working collaboratively with community members to bring this vision to life in Annapolis.
Sources: Campaign website
"Let's keep moving Baltimore forward together."
"I believe that every Marylander should have access to reliable, affordable public transportation. This is critical to ensuring that our state fulfills its promise for a more equitable and greener future."
"Every taxpayer dollar spent must be appropriated appropriately."
"His late mother's guiding principle: 'If you can, you must,' drives Mark today in his vision and work to ensure that every resident of this city he loves – Baltimore City – has the same opportunity, hope, and experience that lifted his family from their hardships..."
Source: electedelson.com
Transportation
Edelson advocates for affordable public transit and sustainable investment in infrastructure like light rail and local transportation options.
“"Fighting for a more equitable & sustainable transportation future. Too many Baltimore residents can't afford to buy and maintain a car and public transportation use reduces the flow of harmful emissions into our air... I believe that every Marylander should have access to reliable, affordable public transportation."”
Fiscal Policy
As a member of the Budget committee, Edelson prioritizes accountability and ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly on measurable progress.
“"As a member of the Budget committee, my top priority is to hold state departments and supported programs accountable to results and measurable progress. Every taxpayer dollar spent must be appropriated appropriately."”
Public Safety
Edelson supports policies that confront crime across the board, including increasing penalties for reckless driving and addressing violent crime.
“"We must continue to implement policies and investments that confront crime across the board... Mark and Delegate Greg Wims worked together to craft and pass a law that increases penalties for individuals convicted of aggressive and reckless driving."”
Healthcare
Edelson supports expanding access to healthcare, including reproductive rights, prescription drug affordability, and health equity for the trans community.
“"It is essential that Marylanders have affordable access to healthcare... Mark voted to put the Reproductive Rights Constitutional Amendment on the 2024 General Election ballot... Mark co-sponsored and voted for the Trans Health Equity Act."”
Education
Edelson supports Holocaust education funding, truancy reduction studies, and investments in school infrastructure like Living Classrooms.
“"Mark's legislation provides more funding, materials, and professional training to better instruct their students on the difficult topic of the Holocaust... Mark sponsored legislation, in partnership with State's Attorney Ivan Bates, to create a robust school truancy and chronic absenteeism study commission."”
Seniors
Edelson worked to increase SNAP benefits for seniors to ensure they can afford their next meal.
“"No Maryland senior should have to worry about affording their next meal... Mark worked with Delegate Emily Shetty to pass a bill that increased supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) benefits for seniors."”
“"I believe that every Marylander should have access to reliable, affordable public transportation. This is critical to ensuring that our state fulfills its promise for a more equitable and greener future."”
Source“"Every taxpayer dollar spent must be appropriated appropriately. As a member of the Budget committee, my top priority is to hold state departments and supported programs accountable to results and measurable progress."”
Source“"We must continue to implement policies and investments that confront crime across the board, lower the cost of living, and make our air and water cleaner."”
Source“"It is essential that Marylanders have affordable access to healthcare... Mark voted to put the Reproductive Rights Constitutional Amendment on the 2024 General Election ballot."”
Source“"Mark's legislation provides more funding, materials, and professional training to better instruct their students on the difficult topic of the Holocaust... Mark sponsored legislation... to create a robust school truancy and chronic absenteeism study commission."”
Source“"No Maryland senior should have to worry about affording their next meal... Mark worked with Delegate Emily Shetty to pass a bill that increased supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) benefits for seniors."”
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