The State Administrative Board of Election Laws was created in 1969 to ensure compliance with the requirements of Maryland and federal election laws by all persons involved in the election process. Thirty years later, under its new name of State Board of Elections (SBE) it continues its mission in collaboration with the County Boards of Election.
The State Board of Elections is made up of five members who serve four-year terms and represent both principal political parties — three of the majority and two of the minority party. The members are appointed by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate of Maryland.
The current board members are:
Should you need to get in touch with the State Board of Elections, visit our contact page. To find one person in particular at the State Board, use our staff directory. If you're planning on coming to our office, follow those directions.
Alternatively, you may want to contact your county election office which address, phone and fax numbers, website and e-mail address you will find on this separate County Boards of Election page.
Election reform and use of technology are only some of the issues in the 2001 Review of Election Administration in Maryland conducted by the Department of Legislative Services. The PDF report provides a historical background on Maryland's election system as well as future considerations. (What is PDF?)