House of Delegates in Legislative District 23, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Michael Bance — House of Delegates in Legislative District 23, Maryland

  Michael Bance is a Democratic candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates in Legislative District 23. A lifelong resident of Prince George's County, Bance is a product of local schools, including Bowie State University. His professional background is diverse, spanning both education and business. He has served the community as an educator and varsity football coach at Parkdale High School and Kettering Middle School. In the private sector, he is a Senior Sales Manager at Vectorworks and previously founded his own personal training business. Bance's public service includes a historic election to the New Carrollton City Council, where he was one of the youngest and the first African American to hold office.

• Tambei Chiawah — House of Delegates in Legislative District 23, Maryland

  Tambei Chiawah is a Democratic candidate running for the Maryland House of Delegates in Legislative District 23. A resident of Upper Marlboro, he came to the United States from Cameroon as an asylum seeker in 2001 before settling in Maryland. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Bowie State University and has built a diverse career as a public accountant and auditor for various firms. Chiawah has also held public service positions within Prince George's County government and is the co-owner of a home care agency. His campaign platform focuses on key community issues, including improving access to quality healthcare, enhancing educational opportunities with an emphasis on STEM and AI, creating jobs, and reducing gun violence.

• Marvin E. Holmes, Jr. — House of Delegates in Legislative District 23, Maryland

  Marvin E. Holmes, Jr., born in Cleveland, Ohio, on November 27, 1948, is a Democratic member of the Maryland House of Delegates. He has represented District 23 since January 8, 2003, having previously served District 23B. Holmes attended Tuskegee University before serving in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1970 to 1974. His professional background includes experience in real estate and civil engineering project management. Within the legislature, he is a member of the Environment and Transportation Committee and has chaired its housing and real property subcommittee. He also holds memberships in the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland and the Maryland Veterans Caucus.

• Keenon James — House of Delegates in Legislative District 23, Maryland

  Keenon James is a Democratic candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates in Legislative District 23. A Prince George's County native, he has dedicated his career to public service with a focus on public safety and criminal justice reform. He currently serves as a senior director at Everytown for Gun Safety, a cause deeply personal to him as his brother was a victim of gun violence. His extensive experience includes work with organizations like the Pew Charitable Trusts, the U.S. Department of Justice's COPS Office, and the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives. James formerly served as vice chairman of the Prince George's County Police Accountability Board and represents the 23rd district on the Democratic Central Committee.

• Kris Natesan — House of Delegates in Legislative District 23, Maryland

  Kris Natesan is a Democratic candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates in Legislative District 23. A native of the Washington metropolitan area, Natesan has dedicated his career to public service and ministry. He has accumulated over eighteen years of professional experience working in both local and federal government agencies. His background is further complemented by his work within the non-profit sector and his experience as a business owner. Natesan holds multiple advanced degrees, including a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a Master of Public Administration from North Carolina Central University, in addition to a Master of Divinity from Howard University. In 2016, he founded the Love AME Church, where he serves as its pastor.

• Le Shaun Quander-Mosley — House of Delegates in Legislative District 23, Maryland

  Le Shaun Quander-Mosley is a Democratic candidate running for the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Legislative District 23. As a resident of Maryland, she has built a multifaceted career as a lobbyist, consultant, and the owner of the small business QED Inc. Her professional interests are diverse, encompassing education, music, arts, technology, and sports. Quander-Mosley's educational foundation was established through her studies at the University of Virginia and Harvard University. Her commitment to community service is demonstrated by her significant roles, including serving as Co-Chair Emeritus for the League of Descendants of the Enslaved at Mount Vernon and as an archivist for Quanders United.

• Rebecca M. Stallworth — House of Delegates in Legislative District 23, Maryland

  Rebecca M. Stallworth is a Democratic candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Legislative District 23. An experienced educator and former information services librarian, Stallworth has dedicated over a decade to mentoring young people, both in the classroom and as a leader in the Civil Air Patrol. Her campaign platform centers on several key issues: increasing funding for Prince George's County schools, providing property tax relief for seniors, expanding vocational training opportunities for high school students, and implementing policies to support working families. Stallworth holds a Ph.D. in communication and information from the University of Tennessee, a Master of Science in library science from the University of Kentucky, and a B.A. in political science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

• Kym Taylor — House of Delegates in Legislative District 23, Maryland

  Kym Taylor, a Democratic member of the Maryland House of Delegates, represents Legislative District 23 in Prince George's County. She was sworn into office on January 11, 2023. Born in Washington, D.C., on March 7, 1964, Taylor attended the Duke Ellington School of the Arts. She later earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from George Washington University and an MBA from Atlanta University. Her professional experience spans both public service and the private sector. Since 1996, she has been the owner and Vice-President of Family Choice Healthcare. Before her election to the House, she worked as a legislative aide for State Senator Paul G. Pinsky. In the legislature, she serves on the Judiciary Committee.

• Michael Riker — House of Delegates in Legislative District 23, Maryland

  Michael Riker is a Republican candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates, seeking to represent District 23. A resident of Cheltenham, he is a retired police officer with 25 years of law enforcement experience. His career includes 22 years with the Prince George's County Police Department and three years with the U.S. Capitol Police. Riker previously ran for an at-large seat on the Prince George's County Council in a 2024 special election. His stated priorities include enhancing public safety by increasing the number of police officers and firefighters. He has also focused his platform on local issues such as improving roads, addressing litter, and opposing new taxes. Additionally, Riker supports congressional term limits.

• Kimberly Simmons Robinson — House of Delegates in Legislative District 23, Maryland

  Kimberly Simmons Robinson is a declared candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates, running as a Republican to represent Legislative District 23. Her candidacy is for the Republican primary election scheduled for June 23, 2026. The primary will select the party's nominee to compete in the subsequent general election. The Maryland House of Delegates is the lower chamber of the Maryland General Assembly, the state's legislative body, where delegates are responsible for drafting and voting on legislation, as well as approving the state's annual budget. Legislative District 23 encompasses parts of Prince George's County. As of this time, more extensive public information concerning Robinson's professional background, specific policy proposals, and overall political platform is not broadly available.