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Maryland State Senate District 12 General Election

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 13, 2026
Current holder:Charles E. Sydnor III(Democratic)

The Maryland State Senate District 12 General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect one senator to represent District 12 in the Maryland State Senate. This district includes parts of Montgomery County and is a key battleground in the state legislature.

About This Race

The Maryland State Senate District 12 General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect one senator to represent District 12 in the Maryland State Senate. This district includes parts of Montgomery County and is a key battleground in the state legislature.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 13, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 27, 2026
Early Voting Ends
October 31, 2026

How to Vote

Maryland voters can register online through the Maryland State Board of Elections website, by mail, or in person at local election offices. Voters must present a valid ID if registering for the first time or if their registration is inactive; acceptable IDs include a driver's license, state ID, or utility bill. Early voting is available from October 27 to October 31, 2026, and absentee ballots can be requested by October 26, 2026.

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Incumbent
Democratic

Charles E. Sydnor III

Maryland State Senator, District 12

Biography

Charles E. Sydnor III is the incumbent senator seeking re-election. A former deputy sheriff and U.S. Army Reserve officer, he has served in the Senate since 2019 and focuses on public safety, veterans’ affairs, and juvenile justice reform.

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Republican

Chris Yates

Maryland State Senator, District 12

Biography

Chris Yates is a small business owner and former Montgomery County Police Sergeant challenging the incumbent. He emphasizes crime reduction, tax relief, and parental rights in education as central to his campaign platform.

Campaign Website

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