Tom Phelan
Advanced as the Republican Nominee after the June 23, 2026 Primary Election with 3,568 votes (57.0%). Always verify official ballot status with the Maryland State Board of Elections.
Retired U.S. Navy Captain, naval aviator, and former Commander of Naval Test Wing Atlantic with 26 years of naval service, followed by 20 years managing defense flight test contracts at NAS Patuxent River. Resident of Hollywood, MD since 1987. Committed to fiscal discipline, school funding for academic excellence, public safety, and managed commercial growth.
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Verified Policy Stances & Platform
Public record positions, statements, and campaign positions.
Fiscal Discipline, Controlled Spending, and Avoiding Tax and Fee Increases
Pledges strict fiscal discipline and debt management to ensure long-term economic sustainability while pursuing cost savings across county government to protect taxpayers from increases in taxes and fees.
"Will support fiscal discipline by controlling spending, and managing debt levels to ensure long-term economic sustainability. Will support cost savings to avoid increases in taxes and fees."
Funding St. Mary's County Public Schools for Academic Excellence
Supports robust county funding for St. Mary's County Public Schools in the pursuit of student academic achievement, drawing from nearly 40 years as a county resident whose three children attended SMCPS.
"Will support the funding of the St. Mary’s County Public Schools in the pursuit of academic excellence for our students."
Full Support for Law Enforcement, Emergency Services, and State's Attorney
Committed to supporting law enforcement officers, emergency rescue agencies, and the State's Attorney's office in the interest of public safety, informed by his experience as a graduate of the St. Mary's Citizen & Sheriff's Academy.
"Will support law enforcement and emergency services agencies, as well as the State Attorney’s office in the interest of public safety."
Preserving County Character Through Responsible Growth Tied to Essential Facilities
Advocates for balanced commercial and residential growth that preserves the unique character and quality of life of St. Mary's County, strictly ensuring new development aligns with the adequacy of public facilities.
"Preserve the character of our county through responsible residential and commercial growth to enhance the quality of life in the county. Will support new growth consistent with adequacy of essential public facilities and services."
Advocating for NAS Pax River Workforce, Military Families, and Defense Innovation
Brings deep leadership experience as a former Navy test wing commander and 20-year defense contractor flight director to advocate for base personnel, contractors, and public-private partnerships.
"St. Mary’s County deserves representation that understands our unique mix of historic communities, rural land, and growing neighborhoods, as well as our partnership with NAS Patuxent River... Advocate for our residents, families and NAS Patuxent River workforce."
Protecting Rural Heritage and Tidewater Watersheds
Draws on his community involvement with the Patuxent Tidewater Land Trust to champion responsible land stewardship, rural conservation, and the preservation of historic and environmental assets.
"St. Mary’s County deserves representation that understands our unique mix of historic communities, rural land, and growing neighborhoods... Preserve the character of our county through responsible residential and commercial growth to enhance the quality of life."
Official Campaign Priorities
- Fiscal discipline: Controlling spending, managing debt, and avoiding tax and fee increases
- Education: Funding St. Mary's County Public Schools in the pursuit of academic excellence
- Public safety: Supporting law enforcement, emergency services, and the State's Attorney
- Responsible growth: Preserving county character and requiring adequate essential public facilities
- Workforce advocacy: Championing NAS Patuxent River personnel, defense contractors, and military families
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