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House of Delegates Member · Legislative District 22 · 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 raceTracy Gant is a candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates in District 22 and currently serves as the Mayor of Edmonston. First appointed to the Edmonston Town Council in 1992, she became the town's first female African American Mayor in 2014 and has been re-elected three times since. Her extensive background in public service includes leadership roles such as President of the Maryland Municipal League and President of the Prince George’s County Municipal Association. Gant is a military veteran who served for seven years and has over 23 years of professional experience as a property manager. Her campaign focuses on building relationships between incorporated and unincorporated communities to address regional challenges in public safety, infrastructure, and economic development. She describes her approach as one of listening first to build collaborative solutions for the future of the district.
Sources: Campaign website
My goal is simple: to run a campaign by and for the people. That means showing up, listening first, and building solutions together.
I’ve collaborated with local leaders from incorporated towns and cities throughout our region to address shared challenges — from public safety and infrastructure to economic development and quality of life.
I understand the unique needs of both incorporated and unincorporated communities, and I deeply respect the diverse voices that make District 22 strong.
This campaign is about more than an election — it’s about shaping a shared vision for the future of District 22.
Source: tracygant4maryland.com
Public Safety
Addressing safety challenges through collaboration with local leaders and municipalities.
“I’ve collaborated with local leaders... to address shared challenges — from public safety and infrastructure to economic development and quality of life.”
Infrastructure
Focusing on infrastructure improvements as a shared regional challenge.
“I’ve collaborated with local leaders from incorporated towns and cities throughout our region to address shared challenges — from public safety and infrastructure...”
Economic Development
Promoting economic growth and regional development through municipal partnerships.
“address shared challenges — from public safety and infrastructure to economic development and quality of life.”
Community Development
Advocating for the distinct needs of both incorporated and unincorporated neighborhoods.
“I understand the unique needs of both incorporated and unincorporated communities, and I deeply respect the diverse voices that make District 22 strong.”
Local media identifies Tracy Gant as one of four Democratic candidates competing for three seats in the District 22 House of Delegates race during the 2026 election cycle. The Greenbelt News Review notes her long history in municipal government and her tenure as the first Black woman to serve as mayor of Edmonston. Reports also highlight her professional background as a military veteran and her previous role as president of the Maryland Municipal League.
“I’ve collaborated with local leaders from incorporated towns and cities throughout our region to address shared challenges — from public safety...”
Source“I’ve collaborated with local leaders... to address shared challenges — from public safety and infrastructure...”
Source“address shared challenges — from public safety and infrastructure to economic development...”
Source“I understand the unique needs of both incorporated and unincorporated communities, and I deeply respect the diverse voices that make District 22 strong.”
Source“Mayor Gant is a Veteran having served her county for 7 years.”
Source“These roles have allowed me to build strong, working relationships across our district — not just within city halls, but with residents, community organizations, small businesses, and civic leaders.”
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