Maryland House of Delegates District 12B

What’s the job: One of 188 members of Maryland’s General Assembly, split between the House of Delegates and the Senate. Responsible for introducing and voting on legislation, approving state spending and providing oversight of Maryland government operations. Elected to a four-year term.

Democratic

Name: John Dove, Jr.

Candidate did not respond to The Banner’s voter guide questionnaire.

Name: Gary Simmons

Candidate did not respond to The Banner’s voter guide questionnaire.

Republican

Name: Blair L. Brannock

Age: 49

Personal: Married.

Education: Bachelor’s degree, finance, University of Baltimore.

Experience: Auditor for Maryland Lottery.

Questionnaire

Q: Maryland’s state government is facing a structural deficit in future years. Please describe how you would approach closing the gap. Be specific about any spending cuts or revenue increases you propose.

A: [No response provided]

Q: What do you consider the three most pressing issues facing Maryland?

A: [No response provided]

Q: What would you do to lower the cost of living for Maryland residents?

A: [No response provided]

Q: The cost of implementing the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future education plan will exceed the money available in the Blueprint’s fund over the next few years. Should the state raise new revenue for the programs, or should the programs be rolled back or adjusted?

A: [No response provided]

Q: Besides an election, how do you want constituents to review your job performance?

A: [No response provided]