Jennifer Lynn Clancy
Advanced as the Democratic Nominee unopposed from the June 2026 Primary Election (1,973 votes). Always verify official ballot status with the Maryland State Board of Elections.
Democratic nominee for Maryland House of Delegates District 29A representing Northern St. Mary's County. Former public school educator, school counselor, trained birth doula, and apprentice midwife with clinical counseling specialization in perinatal mental health and trauma-informed care. Adopted daughter of a U.S. Navy veteran and spouse of a law enforcement peace officer. Longtime community advocate who served as Chair of the Healthcare Committee for Women of Action Charles County, Legislative Committee representative on the Charles County Commission for Women, and co-founder of SOMD Mask Makers (donating 4,500+ masks to first responders and vulnerable residents during COVID-19). Endorsed by the Maryland State Education Association (MSEA), Education Association of St. Mary's County (EASMC), Mental Health Now, ATU Local 689, and UA Mid-Atlantic Pipe Trades Association.
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Verified Policy Stances & Platform
Public record positions, statements, and campaign positions.
Public School & Library Funding, Universal Pre-K, Free School Meals & ESP Bill of Rights
Former educator, school counselor, and homeschooling parent advocating for fully funded SMCPS schools and public libraries, endorsing the ESP Bill of Rights, universal pre-K, free universal school meals, school-based mental health aides, and career/technical trade pathways.
"As a former public school educator, school counselor, and parent, I support continued funding of our county public schools and libraries... Maryland's Constitution guarantees a 'thorough and efficient system of free public schools' in Article VIII, Section 1... As an Educator endorsed Candidate, I will endorse the ESP Bill of Rights and work to ensure funding to support universal pre-k, free school meals, expansion of our career pathways programming, and school based mental health supports."
Mental Health Workforce, Crisis Response & First Responder Family Wellbeing
Recommended by Mental Health Now; pledges to expand community mental health access, improve crisis response, invest in youth mental health, support first responder family health benefits, and protect informed medical decision-making.
"As a Mental Health Now candidate, I will lead and support policies that expand access, improve crisis response, invest in youth mental health, and strengthen our mental health workforce... Support first responder families by increasing health and wellbeing benefits... Increasing access and funding for St. Mary's County community mental health supports."
Housing as a Human Right, Affordable Units & State Infrastructure Aid
Views housing as healthcare and a fundamental human right, advocating for state funding allocations to St. Mary's County to build affordable rental and starter home options while planning for traffic, bridge safety, water/septic, and school capacity.
"Housing is healthcare and a human right... It is abundantly clear from polling that our neighbors are seeking to set roots in St. Mary's County, MD, but are finding the housing market inaccessible... State funding must be allocated to St. Mary's County so we can ensure safe and affordable housing is guaranteed to all who choose to call St. Mary's County home."
Fair Tax Contributions Funding Essential Services & Inter-Branch Accountability
Advocates for fair tax structures that adequately fund public education, transportation, food security, and healthcare, while fostering integrity and diplomatic oversight between legislative, executive, and judicial systems.
"Advocating for fair tax contributions that fund and ensure equitable and accessible education, transportation, food and housing security, and healthcare for our county... Integrity within and diplomatic working relationships between the Judicial, Executive and Legislative Systems entrusted to Elected Leaders through fair elections, accountability, and oversight."
Pro-Union, Skilled Trades & Expanding St. Mary's AgriCoast, Aquaculture & Defense
Endorsed by ATU Local 689 and UA Mid-Atlantic Pipe Trades Association; committed to pro-worker and pro-union policies, expanding career opportunities across defense, agriculture, aquaculture ('St. Mary's AgriCoast'), and agritourism while protecting rural character.
"As a ATU and UA endorsed candidate, I am committed to policies that are Pro-worker, Pro-union, Pro-public transit, Pro-trades, Pro-public good... Make St. Mary’s County the place to do business = more careers, not just jobs: Expanding economic opportunity in our defense, agriculture & aquaculture industries, support Small Businesses and Local Unions."
Official Campaign Priorities
- Education & Youth: Fully funding SMCPS schools and public libraries, universal pre-K, free school meals, career/trade pathways, and ESP Bill of Rights
- Mental Health & Healthcare Access: Expanding community mental health workforce, crisis stabilization services, first responder wellbeing, and informed medical choice
- Workforce Housing & Infrastructure: Securing state funding allocations for affordable housing while evaluating traffic, water/sewer, and school capacity
- Pro-Worker Economy & Rural Heritage: Backing labor unions, expanding defense, agriculture, and aquaculture ('St. Mary's AgriCoast') careers, and defending rural open space
- Civil Rights, Justice & Fair Taxation: Ensuring due process and equal justice regardless of wealth or status, supporting victims of crime, and promoting fair tax contributions
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Live Activity Timeline
Meeting with residents across District 29A reinforces how critical healthcare access is for our seniors and rural communities. We need to expand clinical residency incentives, protect community pharmacies, and cut bureaucratic hurdles that make it harder for independent physic...
Authority: Friends of Jennifer Clancy, Alanna Taylor, Treasurer.
Candidate Clancy: [email protected] tel: 240-466-4636Treasurer: [email protected] tel: 410-303-2713P.O. Box 205, Leonardtown, MD, 20650
I serve my community as a licensed mental health professional. I am a former public school counselor and former small business owner. I married my college sweetheart (local police officer and former educator), and together, we are raising 5 children. I am an enthusiastic cheerlea