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State Senator · Legislative District 2 · 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 racePaul D. Corderman is a Maryland State Senator representing District 2, having been appointed to the position in September 2020. A native of Hagerstown and a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park, he previously served on the Hagerstown City Council and in the Maryland House of Delegates. Outside of his legislative role, he is a small business owner who emphasizes "putting Western Maryland first" through a focus on safe neighborhoods, strong schools, and fiscal accountability. His legislative priorities include refining criminal procedure for crimes involving young victims, improving education funding accuracy, and promoting economic growth through tax exemptions and historic preservation. He advocates for a business-friendly environment and has voiced opposition to expanding social services as a primary means of community growth. Corderman resides in Hagerstown with his wife and daughter.
Sources: Campaign website
“Representing the citizens of our County in Annapolis is not a responsibility I take lightly, as public service begins with putting the needs and concerns of others before your own.”
“I am passionate about and committed to helping Washington County identify and make the most of the opportunities that are ahead of us.”
“We can create even more sustainability for our economy by working together and building upon the great character and history we already have in place.”
“Western Maryland is open for business!”
“It's your money and you deserve answers. Follow the link to see how I'm turning those words into action.”
Source: paulcorderman.com
Public Safety
Corderman supports legislative changes to criminal procedure regarding postconviction release for crimes resulting in the death of young victims and proposes altering the definition of child neglect.
“Criminal Procedure – Postconviction Release – Crimes Resulting in Death of Young Victim... Family Law – Child Neglect Definition – Alteration”
Education
He advocates for accurate education funding counts, public school construction funding, and providing tuition benefits for the spouses and dependents of public safety employees.
“Primary and Secondary Education – Funding Accuracy and Full-Time Equivalent Enrollment Count... Education – Public School Construction – Funding”
Economic Development
Corderman promotes growth through sales tax exemptions in target redevelopment areas and supports funding for heritage areas and historic preservation services.
“Washington County – Sales and Use Tax Exemption – Target Redevelopment Area... Maryland Heritage Areas Authority – Funding and Grants”
Fiscal Responsibility
He emphasizes accountability for taxpayer money and seeks to implement income tax subtraction modifications for donations made to food banks and charitable entities.
“It's your money and you deserve answers... Income Tax – Subtraction Modification – Donations to Food Banks and Other Charitable Entities”
External reports identify Corderman as a state legislator within the context of Maryland's 2026 gubernatorial and local elections. While broad news coverage focuses on the significant turnover in Washington County's Board of Commissioners, Corderman remains a key figure in the regional legislative landscape. His background includes prior service in the Maryland House of Delegates and the Hagerstown City Council.
“SB712 Primary and Secondary Education – Funding Accuracy and Full-Time Equivalent Enrollment Count – Alterations and Report (Education Funding Accuracy Act)”
Source“SB640 Criminal Procedure – Postconviction Release – Crimes Resulting in Death of Young Victim”
Source“It's your money and you deserve answers.”
Source“SB193 Washington County – Sales and Use Tax Exemption – Target Redevelopment Area”
Source“I am currently the owner of a small business in Hagerstown.”
Source“SB935 Income Tax – Subtraction Modification – Donations to Food Banks and Other Charitable Entities”
Source“SB713 Criminal Procedure – Verdict of Not Criminally Responsible – Eligibility for Evaluation for Discharge”
Source“SB638 Natural Resources – Maryland Heritage Areas Authority – Funding and Grants”
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