Tenure

Member of the Senate since February 27, 2023. Member of the House of Delegates, 2011-2023.

Current Assignments

2023 Judicial Proceedings Committee

2023 Women Legislator's of Maryland (Member, 2011)

2023 Maryland Legislative Latino Caucus (Associate Member, 2015)

Public Service

Commission on Public Health, 2023-; Maryland Sexual Assault Evidence Kit Policy & Funding Committee, 2023-.

Memberships

Women's Democratic Club, 2010-; Montgomery Women, 2009-.

Awards

Legislative All-Star Award, Maryland Retailers Association, 2018; Legislator of the Year, Maryland Psychological Association, 2017; Choice Advocate Award, NARAl Pro-Choice Maryland, Childcare Advocate Award, 2015-2016; Pat on the Back Award, Pathfinder for Autism, 2014; Legislator of the Year, Mental Health Association of Maryland, 2013; Community Advocate Award, Treatment and Learning Centers, 2012; Spirit Award for Humanitarian Leadership, 2012; Young Woman of Achievement Award, Women's Information Network, 2011.

Biographical Information

Born in Bethesda, Maryland; Walter Johnson High School; University of Wisconsin, B.A., History, 1999; Volunteer Coordinator, Travelers Aid International, 1999-2000; Annual Fund Manager, Girls Inc., 2000-02; National Judicial Education Program Associate, National Organization for Women, Legal Defense and Education Fund, 2002; Associate Producer, Persephone Productions, "To the Contrary," airing on Public Broadcasting Service, 2002-2004; Executive Producer, Persephone Productions, "To the Contrary," airing on Public Broadcasting Service, 2004-2005; Executive Director, NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland, 2005-2008; National Campaign Director, MomsRising.org, 2009-2011; Executive Director, Suited for Change, 2016-present; Member, Maryland House of Delegates, 2011-2023; Married; four children.