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House of Delegates Member · Legislative District 40 · 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 Melissa Wells represents Baltimore City’s 40th District as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, first elected to office in 2018. She describes herself as a bold advocate for her district, a labor leader, and a financial security specialist who serves as Chair of the Baltimore City Delegation and Vice-Chair of the Legislative Black Caucus. Professionally, she works as Special Assistant to the President at North America’s Building Trades Union, helping residents gain access to apprenticeships and family-supporting careers. During her time in office, Delegate Wells has secured over $300 million in capital projects for the district and awarded more than $250,000 in scholarships to local students. She advocates for smart policies that give every Baltimorean the chance to live, work, and support their families in thriving communities while ensuring a brighter future for the city she calls home.
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"bold advocate for Baltimore City’s 40th District"
"steadfast voice for her community"
"creating opportunities for all Baltimoreans is essential to building stronger communities and a more inclusive economy"
"smart policies and proven solutions that give every Baltimorean the chance to live, work, and support their families in thriving communities"
Source: delegatemelissawells.com
Housing
Passed legislation requiring landlords to provide tenants with 90 days’ notice for rent increases, promoting housing stability for renters.
“Passed legislation requiring landlords to provide tenants with 90 days’ notice for rent increases , promoting housing stability for renters.”
Education
Awarded more than $250,000 in scholarships to local students.
“Awarded more than $250,000 in scholarships to local students.”
Economic Development
Secured over $300 million in Capital Projects for the 40th District alongside Team 40 and invested in urban farming initiatives.
“Secured over $300 million in Capital Projects for the 40th District alongside Team 40. Invested in urban farming initiatives to expand access to healthy food and create pathways for future entrepreneurs.”
Public Safety
Advanced legislation to restore local control of the Baltimore City Police Department, ensuring police decisions are made at the community level.
“Passed legislation to restore local control of the Baltimore City Police Department , ensuring police decisions are made at the community level.”
Healthcare
Passed legislation to reduce barriers to opioid treatment programs, supporting Baltimore’s fight against the opioid crisis.
“Passed legislation to reduce barriers to opioid treatment programs , supporting Baltimore’s fight against the opioid crisis.”
Criminal Justice
Championed laws providing automatic expungement for non-convictions, giving individuals a real chance at a second start.
“Passed legislation to reduce barriers to opioid treatment programs , supporting Baltimore’s fight against the opioid crisis. Championed laws providing automatic expungement for non-convictions , giving individuals a real chance at a second start.”
“Awarded more than $250,000 in scholarships to local students.”
Source“Passed legislation requiring landlords to provide tenants with 90 days’ notice for rent increases , promoting housing stability for renters.”
Source“Secured over $300 million in Capital Projects for the 40th District alongside Team 40. Invested in urban farming initiatives to expand access to healthy food and create pathways for future entrepreneurs.”
Source“Advanced legislation to restore local control of the Baltimore City Police Department , ensuring police decisions are made at the community level.”
Source“Passed legislation to reduce barriers to opioid treatment programs , supporting Baltimore’s fight against the opioid crisis.”
Source“Championed laws providing automatic expungement for non-convictions , giving individuals a real chance at a second start.”
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