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Run for County Legislature//Executive Board in Anne Arundel County, MD
Election Date: Jun 30, 2026Filing Deadline: Feb 24, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $36,000.00
- Filing period: Feb 25, 2025 - Feb 24, 2026
- Positions: District 1District 1District 2District 2District 3...
Job description
As the elected legislative body of the County, the Council has the exclusive power to enact, repeal, and amend all public local laws. Legislation must take the form of ordinances, which are advertised and come before the Council and the public at their bi-monthly legislative sessions. The Council also entertains resolutions for many administrative issues. The Council is the final fiscal authority of the County, sitting in May in review of the proposed County Budget and adopting the final Budget. Additionally, the Council sits as The Board of Health twice a year.
Eligibility requirements
There shall be a County Council of Anne Arundel County composed of seven members, each one of whom, at the time of his election and for six months immediately prior thereto and during his full term of office, shall reside in a different one of the seven councilmanic districts. In addition to the requirement of residence as provided in Section 201(a) of this Article, each member of the County Council shall be a qualified voter of the County and not less than twenty-five years of age at the time of his election and shall have resided within the County for a period of one year immediately preceding this election.
FAQ
How often is County Legislature//Executive Board elected?
The position of County Legislature//Executive Board is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Anne Arundel County, MD?
Filing location is the county, need a Campaign Account, financial disclosure is required, $25 filing fee
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
6740 Baymeadow Drive Glen Burnie, MD 21060.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 410-222-6600.
How do I get started running for County Legislature//Executive Board?
You can start running for County Legislature//Executive Board by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for County Legislature//Executive Board includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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