Meet Bernice
I am a Democrat and member of the House of Delegates, representing District 14.
For the past four years, I've fought for better schools, affordable housing, and economic opportunity for every family in our community. Now, I'm asking for your support to continue this work. Together, we're building a stronger Maryland.
Maryland District 14
District 14 includes vibrant communities across Montgomery County, spanning parts of Brookeville, Olney, Ashton, Sandy Spring, Damascus, Laytonsville, and parts of Silver Spring and Burtonsville. I'm proud to represent the diverse families, small businesses, and community organizations that make our district strong.
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District 14 Communities Include:
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Olney
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Brookeville
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Damascus
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Laytonsville
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Ashton
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Sandy Spring
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Silver Spring (partial)
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Burtonsville
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Fairland
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Briggs Chaney
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Calverton (partial)
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ZIP Codes Served: 20833, 20832, 20853, 20860, 20861, 20862, 20866, 20904, 20905​
Not sure if you're in District 14? Use the map above to see our district boundaries, or check your voter registration at elections.maryland.gov
See What I've Delivered
Laws I've passed and funding I've secured for District 14
Accomplishments for Child Care & Families
Child Care Scholarships: Keeping Families Enrolled During Freezes
When the state's Child Care Scholarship Program runs low on funding, it sometimes freezes new enrollments, which can cut off exactly the families who need help most. I changed that. This law makes sure families on public assistance, siblings of children already enrolled, and kids experiencing homelessness can never be turned away because of an administrative pause.
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Securing $3.7 Million for Therapeutic Child Care Programs
Families of young children with developmental, physical, or behavioral disabilities often can't find child care equipped to meet their child's needs. This law secures $3.7 million from FY2027–2029 for specialized programs serving children from birth to age 6, so these kids get the care they need and their parents can stay in the workforce.
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Better Pay Pathways for Early Childhood Educators
Maryland's Career Ladder program was designed to reward early childhood educators with better pay and professional development. But arbitrary enrollment deadlines were blocking qualified educators from advancing. I replaced those deadlines with flexible, progression-based timelines, so qualified educators can move up, and earn more, without bureaucratic delay.
Bernice's Priorities
Healthier, Safer, Stronger Communities
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Support healthier communities for our youth and families regardless of zip code
Expanding access to quality healthcare, mental health services, and wellness programs so every family in District 14 can thrive.
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Encourage safer communities with smart public safety and improved access to resources
Investing in community-based safety initiatives, supporting first responders, and ensuring every neighborhood has the resources needed to keep our families safe.
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Build stronger communities by strengthening community engagement, housing stock, businesses and schools
Creating economic opportunity, preserving affordable housing, fully funding our schools, and empowering residents to shape the future of District 14.
Endorsements
Trusted by Leaders Across Maryland
"Her team: Senator Zucker, Delegate Kaiser, and Delegate Mireku-North have my continued enthusiastic support for reelection. Their record of delivering for our community is top-notch."
— Former County Executive
Isiah “Ike” Leggett