Helene Meister

Helene Meister is a candidate for State Senator Primary Election in 2026 in Legislative District 17, Maryland. Running as Republican.

State Senator in Legislative District 17, Maryland

Also running: Philip Cook, Cheryl C. Kagan.

Helene Meister is the Republican candidate for the Maryland State Senate in Legislative District 17. A French immigrant, she holds law degrees from universities in both France and the United States, including an LLM from the University of Virginia and a JD from American University. Her professional background is as a tax specialist, and she has volunteered her expertise to help families and underserved communities obtain tax relief. Meister previously ran for the Maryland House of Delegates in District 17 in 2022. Her platform focuses on reducing living costs and taxes for residents, supporting the growth of small businesses, and promoting job creation throughout the district.