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Maryland State Senate District 40 Democratic Primary

Election Date:June 23, 2026Register by:June 2, 2026
Current holder:Antonio L. Hayes(Democratic)

The Maryland State Senate District 40 Democratic Primary is a state legislative election to nominate a Democratic candidate for the Maryland State Senate in District 40. The winner will advance to the general election on November 3, 2026, to represent constituents in Prince George's County in the Maryland Senate.

About This Race

The Maryland State Senate District 40 Democratic Primary is a state legislative election to nominate a Democratic candidate for the Maryland State Senate in District 40. The winner will advance to the general election on November 3, 2026, to represent constituents in Prince George's County in the Maryland Senate.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
June 23, 2026
Registration Deadline
June 2, 2026
Early Voting Starts
June 11, 2026
Early Voting Ends
June 19, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in Maryland, eligible residents must register by June 2, 2026, either online, by mail, or in person. Voters can cast ballots in person during early voting from June 11 to June 19, 2026, or on election day, June 23, 2026, at their assigned polling place; photo ID is not required for voting if already registered, but first-time mail voters may need to provide identification.

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Incumbent
Democratic

Antonio L. Hayes

Maryland State Senator, District 40

Biography

Antonio L. Hayes is the incumbent Democratic State Senator for District 40, serving since 2019. A former Baltimore City Council member and advocate for criminal justice reform and education, he is running for re-election to continue his work on public safety, healthcare access, and economic development in Prince George's County and Baltimore.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

Julie Palakovich Carr

Maryland State Senator, District 40

Biography

Julie Palakovich Carr is a Democratic candidate and current Maryland State Delegate representing District 17 in Montgomery County. She is running for the State Senate to bring her experience in environmental policy, education funding, and bipartisan legislative work to District 40, focusing on climate resilience and school investment.

Campaign Website

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