County/Region: Calvert & Prince George’s Counties
House Configuration: 27A, 27B, 27C
Political Lean: Mixed / Competitive
Status: Watch District
State Senate – District 27
Incumbent: Kevin M. Harris, Democrat
Running Again: Y
Candidates
Republican
- Al Larsen
Democrat
- Kevin M. Harris
Jason T. FowlerMichael A. Jackson
Key Issues
- Energy policy (natural gas and electric mandates)
- Environmental regulation affecting Calvert County
- Property taxes
- Public safety
What to Watch
District 27 is geographically diverse, with rural conservative voters in Calvert County and Democratic strength in Prince George’s County. Turnout dynamics will matter.
House of Delegates – District 27
27A
More rural, still Democratic-leaning.
Candidates
Republican
- Jim Crawford
Democrats
Clifton Crosby, Jr.Shawn MaldonYonelle Moore Lee- Darrell C. Odom, Sr. – Incumbent
27B
Candidates
Republican
Democrats
Rachel R. Jones- Jeffrie E. Long, Jr. – Incumbent
Mixed suburban composition.
27C
Republican
- Mark N. Fisher – Incumbent
Democrat
- Jennifer M. Davidson
Rocio Mercado Garcia
More Republican-leaning.
MDBayNews Analysis
District 27’s split political geography makes it one of the more interesting districts in Southern Maryland. House subdistrict dynamics can differ sharply from the Senate race.
Energy Bill Fight Turns to Who Qualifies for Maryland’s New Utility Aid Program
The Utility RELIEF Act, signed by Governor Wes Moore, adjusts Maryland’s electric bill assistance program to include low-income households ineligible for federal heating aid, including those without legal immigration status. This eligibility change has sparked a public debate among state delegates amidst rising electric rates and bipartisan support for the bill.
ICE Detainer and a Delegate Feud Add a New Chapter to the I-270 Crash Story
ICE has lodged a detainer for the driver charged in the fatal I-270 wrong-way crash, adding a new immigration-policy dispute as Maryland delegates Mark Fisher and Joe Vogel clash over the state’s restrictions on cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
Maryland GOP Slams ‘1-800-CONVICT’ Voting Bill as Conflict of Interest
A Maryland bill aimed at expanding voting access for incarcerated individuals faces fierce opposition from Republicans, who argue it jeopardizes election integrity. The legislation proposes a voter hotline and allows felons to vote while in prison. Supporters view it as a civil rights issue, while critics emphasize potential risks to election oversight.
Maryland Democrats and the Math Problem: Fisher, Moore Clash Over Growing Structural Deficit
A public exchange between Republican Delegate Mark Fisher and Democratic Governor Wes Moore highlights Maryland’s growing structural budget deficit. Fisher criticizes Moore’s spending decisions, predicting inevitable tax hikes. The debate centers on whether the deficit stems from inherited issues or current policy choices, amid concerns about the sustainability of ambitious spending programs.
Maryland’s Crime Decline Raises a Harder Question for 2026: What Policies Should Stay in Place?
A political clash between Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Republican Delegate Mark Fisher reveals a debate over the state’s declining crime rates. Moore credits his comprehensive public safety strategy, while Fisher attributes the decline to federal immigration enforcement. The discussion highlights differing narratives on the effectiveness of policing policies as crime numbers see significant reductions.