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Caroline County, Maryland

Maryland Senate District 36

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2 candidates are tracked for Maryland Senate District 36 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Nivek Johnson and Steve Hershey. Candidate information follows official Caroline County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

Nivek Johnson (Democratic), Steve Hershey (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Maryland Senate District 36. Not on the November ballot: Stephen S., Jr. Hershey, Stephen S., Jr. Hershey, sitting members per the roster. Party nominees were chosen at the June 23 primary; unaffiliated candidates qualified by petition. The field is the State Board of Elections' certified 2026 Gubernatorial General candidate list (updated September 7, 2026). This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.

Nivek Johnson

Democratic

Nivek Johnson is the Democratic candidate for Maryland Senate District 36 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the State Board of Elections' certified candidate list. No campaign website was listed on the State Board of Elections' candidate filing as of September 8, 2026.

Steve Hershey

Republican

Steve Hershey is the Republican candidate for Maryland Senate District 36 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the State Board of Elections' certified candidate list.

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Candidate roster from official Caroline County Supervisor of Elections filings. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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