Posted on 10/26/23
| News Source: WMAR2NEWS
Representative John Sarbanes, who represents the Maryland 3rd district, which includes parts of Anne Arundel and Howard Counties, will not seek re-election next year.
Here's a look at his district, which FiveThirtyEight calculated had a D+14.1 lean during the redistricting process.
Announcing today that I won’t be running for reelection in 2024. There are many ways to serve. It will be 18 years doing that in Congress, but looking forward to a new chapter of service. Still have 14 months left in my term and will finish strong. See my statement here ⬇️
— Rep. John Sarbanes (@RepSarbanes) October 26, 2023
"I believe in public service," he said in his statement. "Before coming to Congress, I also found great reward in working with nonprofits, volunteering and otherwise contributing to my community... For some time now, I have found myself drawn back to that kind of work."
"I’m excited about starting a new chapter, but for now, there’s still much to do in the remaining fourteen months of the 118th Congress, and that’s where all my energy and attention will be," said
Sarbanes is currently serving his ninth term in Congress.
Governor Wes Moore's office sent us the following statement on the news.
"If there is one thing Maryland has learned from watching Congressman Sarbanes over nearly the past two decades, it’s that he is for the people. In Washington the congressman has been a true advocate for Maryland, and a strong defender of our democracy.
The First Lady and I want to send our sincere congratulations to Congressman Sarbanes on his retirement, and most importantly a thank you on behalf of all of Maryland for the many years of service he and his family have given to our state and our country.
Congressman Sarbanes leaves an incredible legacy of service to our state and our country that every Marylander can be proud of. Our whole state is a better place to live, work, and raise a family because of his work and we are all so thankful for his commitment to bettering Maryland."
-Governor Wes Moore
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski wished the Congressman the best on social media.