Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 31, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Rebecca Baucom — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 31, Maryland

  Rebecca Baucom is a Democratic candidate for the Democratic Central Committee in Maryland's Legislative District 31 and is also running for Anne Arundel County Council in District 3. An active member and two-year delegate for the Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAAAC), she has earned their endorsement for her council bid. Baucom is a dedicated special educator within the community she seeks to represent. Her campaign focuses on grassroots engagement and addressing the needs of her district's residents. She is committed to representing Democratic values and working to improve local governance and services.

• Heidi Buchanan Schmidt — House of Delegates in Legislative District 31, Maryland

  Heidi Buchanan Schmidt is a Democratic candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates in Legislative District 31. A Pasadena resident, she is a small business owner with over 15 years of experience in marketing and communications. In 2020, she founded her own business to help small and mid-sized companies enhance their online presence. Her community service includes serving on the board of the Pasadena Business Association as a board member, secretary, and vice president. Schmidt also represents District 31 on the Anne Arundel County Democratic Central Committee. Her platform prioritizes supporting small businesses, quality education, affordability for working families, and local infrastructure improvements.

• Charis D. Cephas — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 31, Maryland

  Charis D. Cephas is a Democratic candidate for the Democratic Central Committee in Maryland's Legislative District 31. As a resident of Anne Arundel County, Cephas is running to represent the local Democratic party. The role of the central committee includes working to elect Democratic candidates, promoting the party's platform, and engaging with the community on important issues. Cephas's campaign focuses on strengthening the local party and increasing voter participation. The election for the Democratic Central Committee is an opportunity for registered Democrats to choose the leadership that will guide the party's direction and activities within the district.

• Jeremiah J. Chiappelli — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 31, Maryland

  Jeremiah J. Chiappelli is a Democratic candidate for the Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 31. A licensed attorney in Maryland since 2006, he founded The Chiappelli Law Firm, LLC in 2008, focusing on family law and wills and estates. He is a graduate of St. Mary's College of Maryland and the University of Maryland School of Law. His commitment to public service includes work with the Women's Law Center of Maryland and the YWCA Annapolis. Chiappelli previously ran for the Maryland House of Delegates in 2010 and 2014. As a former Air Force brat, he understands the military lifestyle.

• Conor Curran — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 31, Maryland

  Conor Curran serves the Democratic Party as a member of the Anne Arundel County Democratic Central Committee for Legislative District 31. His current term is slated to end in 2026. In this capacity, he is involved in local party governance and activities aimed at supporting Democratic candidates and principles. Prior to his role on the committee, Curran gained experience in state politics while working as a Legislative Aide within the Maryland House of Delegates in the office of Delegate Marc Korman. This position provided him with firsthand knowledge of the legislative process and constituent services within the state of Maryland.

• Jessica N. Johnson — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 31, Maryland

  Dr. Jessica Johnson was elected to the Anne Arundel County Democratic Central Committee for Legislative District 31 in January 2023. A native of Anne Arundel County, she is an educational leader, wife, and mother. Dr. Johnson's term on the committee is set to expire in 2026. She looks forward to supporting her community in her role with the committee.