House of Delegates in Legislative District 38A, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Shelley Johnson — House of Delegates in Legislative District 38A, Maryland

  Shelley Johnson is running as a Democratic candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates to represent District 38A, which encompasses parts of Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester Counties. In her current role as the President of the Town of Princess Anne, Johnson has focused her administration on several key community initiatives. These include improving local housing conditions, strengthening educational institutions, and enhancing public safety measures for residents. Her campaign platform builds upon this experience, with a stated emphasis on providing robust support for the region's foundational agricultural and maritime industries, particularly its farmers and watermen. The Democratic primary is set for June 23, 2026, followed by the general election on November 3, 2026.

• Timothy H. Howlett — House of Delegates in Legislative District 38A, Maryland

  Timothy H. Howlett is a Republican candidate seeking election to the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Legislative District 38A. A resident of Crisfield, Howlett's background includes service as a veteran of the United States Coast Guard, experience as a small business owner, and active involvement as a community volunteer. His prior political experience includes a campaign for County Commissioner during the 2022 election cycle. Howlett is pursuing the Republican nomination in the primary election scheduled for June 23, 2026. The district, which encompasses portions of Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester counties, currently has no incumbent, making it an open-seat race for new representation.

• C. L. Marshall, 3rd — House of Delegates in Legislative District 38A, Maryland

  C. L. Marshall, 3rd, is a Republican candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Legislative District 38A. He also holds the position of councilman for District 5 in Pocomoke City. His campaign for the House of Delegates is focused on a district that includes portions of Somerset, Worcester, and Wicomico counties. In his public service, Marshall has been involved in advocacy efforts for the local fishing community, particularly concerning regulations and protections for striped bass. His stated policy interests extend to strengthening regional behavioral health services and fostering responsible economic development to effectively increase the local tax base. He is one of two Republican candidates competing in the primary election for the seat.