County/Region: Wicomico, Somerset & Worcester Counties
House Configuration: 38A, 38B, 38C
Political Lean: Lean Republican
Status: Competitive
State Senate – District 38
Incumbent: Mary Beth Carozza, Republican
Running Again: Y
Key Issues
- Tourism and Ocean City economy
- Public safety
- Environmental regulations
- Workforce shortages
What to Watch
District 38 has seen competitive races in recent cycles. Democratic investment could narrow margins, particularly in population centers like Salisbury.
House of Delegates – District 38
38A
More rural and Republican-leaning. Replacing Charles Otto, who passed away in October 2025.
Candidates
Republican
- Timothy H. Howlett
- C. L. Marshall, 3rd
Democrat
- Shelley Johnson
38B
Candidates
Republican
- Barry S. Beauchamp – Incumbent
Democrat
Ocean City and coastal communities; competitive dynamics possible.
38C
Leans Republican.
Republican
- Wayne A. Hartman – Incumbent
MDBayNews Analysis
District 38 is one of the Eastern Shore’s more politically dynamic districts. Population growth and economic pressures could influence competitiveness.