County/Region: Frederick & Washington County portions
House Configuration: Multi-member
Political Lean: Republican
Status: Lean GOP
State Senate – District 4
Incumbent: William “Bill” Folden, Republican
Running Again: Y
Candidates
Republican
- William “Bill” Folden – Incumbent
Democrat
Key Issues
- Agriculture policy
- Gun rights
- Education funding mandates
- Rural economic development
What to Watch
District 4 is solidly conservative but could see competitive primaries depending on candidate filings.
House of Delegates – District 4
Three-member delegation.
Candidates
Republican
- Jason E. Keckler
- April Fleming Miller – Incumbent
- Jesse T. Pippy – Incumbent
Democrat
- Jerry Donald
- Andrew Duck
- Alleria Stanley
- Paul Gilligan
Republican advantage remains strong.
MDBayNews Analysis
This district anchors conservative western Maryland representation and often pushes back on aggressive climate mandates.
Maryland Lawmakers Move to Bar Power Line Surveyors From Private Property During Hunting Season
Maryland lawmakers are advancing bipartisan legislation, SB 545, to protect private property owners during hunting season by prohibiting power line surveyors from accessing land without consent. The bill addresses safety concerns and reinforces property rights, while not impeding power line projects outside this season. It reflects a growing resistance to corporate utility access practices.