Delegate Nick Charles (D) will be appointed to fill Sen. Melony Griffith's seat in the 25th District, with Gov. Wes Moore expected to approve his appointment soon.
Maryland state Sen. Melony Griffith is stepping down to lead the Maryland Hospital Association, leaving a vacancy in the state Senate. Delegate Nick Charles intends to file for the appointment.
District 25 Delegate and longtime Black Caucus Chair Darryl Barnes is retiring from the House of Delegates to join a lobbying firm and advise municipalities on procurement.