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State Senator · Legislative District 32 · 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 raceStephen A. Tillett, known as 'Pastor T,' has announced his candidacy for Maryland State Senator in District 32, which includes parts of northern Anne Arundel County and Glen Burnie. A retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel commissioned as a chaplain in 1996, he served more than 20 years in the Air National Guard and Reserves with assignments at Andrews Air Force Base, Arlington National Cemetery, and during the 2009 Presidential Inauguration of Barack Obama. He has served as pastor of Asbury Broadneck United Methodist Church in Annapolis since 2004 and previously held leadership roles including president of the Anne Arundel County NAACP and clergy co-chair of Anne Arundel Connecting Together (ACT). Tillett runs on the theme 'Your Voice In The Room' with a mission to uplift people, strengthen unity, and ensure every person is treated with dignity. His campaign focuses on fighting for stronger schools, better healthcare, and safer communities through education equity, affordable housing, and youth opportunities.
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Education
Tillett pledges to fight for stronger schools and promote education equity within the district.
“fight for stronger schools... education equity”
Healthcare
He commits to working toward better healthcare access for all residents in the community.
“better healthcare”
Public Safety
His platform includes a commitment to building safer communities for everyone.
“safer communities for all”
Housing
Tillett focuses on addressing affordable housing needs through community partnerships.
“affordable housing... community partnerships”
Youth Development
He supports youth opportunities specifically linked to workforce development initiatives.
“youth opportunities through workforce development”
According to Eye On Annapolis, Tillett officially launched his campaign on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Fresh Start Church in Glen Burnie. The article describes him as a veteran and community leader emphasizing that service is about purpose rather than position. External coverage highlights his background in military chaplaincy and ministry work alongside his focus on education equity, affordable housing, and workforce development.
“fight for stronger schools... education equity”
Source“better healthcare”
Source“safer communities for all”
Source“affordable housing... community partnerships”
Source“youth opportunities through workforce development”
Source“community partnerships... uplift people, strengthen unity”
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