County/Region: Baltimore County
House Configuration: 42A, 42B, 42C
Political Lean: Competitive
Status: Battleground
State Senate – District 42
Incumbent: Chris West, Republican
Running Again: N
Candidates
Republican
Democrat
- Paul Henderson
- Paul V. Konka
- Stephanie Popescu
Key Issues
- Suburban crime concerns
- Property taxes
- School funding
- Growth and zoning
What to Watch
District 42 is one of Baltimore County’s most closely divided districts. Subdistrict House races may split even if the Senate race tilts one direction.
House of Delegates – District 42
42A
Suburban and competitive.
Candidates
Republican
- Alexander Harlan
- Dan Katz
- Charles Edward Murphy, 3rd
Democrat
42B
Leans Republican.
Candidates
Republican
- Jeffry K. McDonald
- Larry A. Novak
Democrat
- Michele Guyton – Incumbent
42C
More Democratic-leaning.
Candidates
Republican
Democrat
- Corynne Courpas
MDBayNews Analysis
District 42 is a true suburban battleground and could become one of the most closely watched districts in 2026.