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State Senator · Legislative District 31 · 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 raceNicholaus "Nic" Kipke is a lifelong resident of Anne Arundel County who graduated from Chesapeake High School in Pasadena and worked at Friendly's Ice Cream before becoming General Manager, then Vice President at Reps & Associates since 2001. Elected to the Maryland House of Delegates in 2007 representing District 31B, he served as Minority Leader from 2013 to 2021 and received the prestigious Casper R. Taylor, Jr. Founder's Award in 2018 for public service commitment. He is now running for Maryland State Senate in District 31 following Senator Bryan Simonaire's decision not to seek re-election after two decades of service. Kipke describes himself as a caring and effective conservative leader focused on putting families first, making Maryland more affordable, and voting against tax increases.
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"Nic Kipke is working hard to make Maryland more affordable and always votes against tax increases."
"He is by far the most responsive government representative ever. The relationships he's cultivated allows him to get things done quickly."
"I care about the people in our district and I hope that you'll trust me to continue serving you as your State Senator."
"Fight for our common values, defend the Constitution, and work to solve problems in our district."
Source: kipke.com
Tax Policy
Voted against every state budget that grows faster than existing taxes can support (2008-2013) and voted against every new tax and every tax increase, noting Maryland ranks among top four most taxed states in nation.
“Delegate Kipke has earned a reputation for being a caring and conservative legislator. He has received awards and accolades for being the premier 'go to person' for constituent needs and for our community.”
Education
Sponsoring legislation to expand school choice.
“"Nic has strong conservative and family values. He is always available to help when needed. I am excited about the legislation he is sponsoring to expand school choice."”
Criminal Justice
Always takes hard line on criminal justice, believes judicial system is too liberal and needs to better deliver justice to victims.
“"Whether a child molester, burglar, drug dealer, gang member, or just a common criminal, Delegate Kipke always takes the hard line to ensure the laws deliver the maximum penalty possible. He believes our judicial system is too liberal and needs to better deliver justice to victims."”
Immigration
Supports legal immigrants who follow legal path but opposes sanctuary state policies, co-sponsored legislation to stop giving driver's licenses to illegal immigrants.
“"While Delegate Kipke supports legal immigrants who do the right thing and follow the legal path to residency and citizenship, he opposes policies that make Maryland a 'sanctuary state' for illegal immigrants."”
Healthcare
Passed legislation expanding access to oral healthcare in long term care facilities.
“"Kipke has passed and repealed many state laws... a law that will assist the prosecution of election fraud, as well as a law expanding access to oral healthcare in long term care facilities."”
Veterans
Passed reciprocity with other states offering complimentary hunting licenses for former prisoners of war or Disabled Veterans.
“"Kipke has passed and repealed many state laws... reciprocity with other states in offering complimentary hunting licenses for former prisoners of war or Disabled Veterans."”
Public Safety
Sponsored legislation to require photo I.D. when voting and passed legislation to strengthen prosecution of election fraud.
“"Delegate Kipke has sponsored legislation to require a photo I.D. when voting in Maryland and passed legislation to strengthen prosecution of election fraud."”
The Southern Maryland Chronicle reported that Delegate Nic Kipke announced his candidacy on March 25, 2025, filing with his daughter Susannah and granddaughter Kips by his side. He acknowledged Senator Simonaire's legacy as well-respected community service over two decades while pledging to continue serving the district through constituent service and conservative principles.
“"I am excited about the legislation he is sponsoring to expand school choice."”
Source“"Nic Kipke is working hard to make Maryland more affordable and always votes against tax increases."”
Source“"Voted against every state budget that grows faster than existing taxes can support (all budgets 2008-2013)."”
Source“"Whether a child molester, burglar, drug dealer, gang member, or just a common criminal, Delegate Kipke always takes the hard line to ensure the laws deliver the maximum penalty possible."”
Source“"While Delegate Kipke supports legal immigrants who do the right thing and follow the legal path to residency and citizenship, he opposes policies that make Maryland a 'sanctuary state' for illegal immigrants."”
Source“"a law expanding access to oral healthcare in long term care facilities."”
Source“"reciprocity with other states in offering complimentary hunting licenses for former prisoners of war or Disabled Veterans."”
Source“"Delegate Kipke has sponsored legislation to require a photo I.D. when voting in Maryland and passed legislation to strengthen prosecution of election fraud."”
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