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Howard County · 2026 Primary · Tuesday, June 23, 2026
County Council Members serve as the legislative branch of county government, passing local laws and approving the annual budget that funds public schools, roads, and emergency services. They set local tax rates and make final decisions on land use and zoning, which determines where new homes and businesses can be built. This office is responsible for prioritizing how your tax dollars are spent and managing the long-term growth and infrastructure of your community.
See all County Council Member races statewideJames David Handley is a Maryland Assistant Attorney General running for Howard County Council Member in District 1. He is a husband and father raising three children in Ellicott…
Dr. Kevin Chin is running for Howard County Council District 1 in the June 23, 2026 primary election. He identifies as an ER doctor and a new father who wants to make the community…