Senator Will Smith (District 20)

The work in JPR touches the life of every MD resident & has the potential to shape their prospects more intimately than any other element of state govt. Together, we have made historic strides. Take a moment to read an accounting of our progress here: willsmithformaryland.com/wp-content/upl…

I was glad to join the Greater Colesville Citizens Association Annual Meeting to share highlights from the 2026 legislative session and participate in a community discussion alongside Senator Zucker, Delegate Mireku-North, and Delegate Queen. Thank you to everyone who attended!

Thank you to the advocates, families, and community leaders who continue to move Maryland forward. Wishing everyone a happy and meaningful Pride Month.

This month, we celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and recognize the contributions they make to our state every day. We have made meaningful progress, but there is more work ahead to ensure every person can live authentically and without discrimination.

For decades, the remains of hundreds of Black children have rested in unmarked graves at a state-supported institution that was supposed to protect and care for them. The creation of the Commission on the House of Reformation and Instruction for Colored Children is an important step toward uncovering the truth about what happened at the former Cheltenham institution, honoring these children with dignity, and ensuring their stories are never forgotten. Full press release: oag.maryland.gov/News/Pages/Att…

Fair Chance Housing Act is about to become law! Good to be in Annapolis with legislative partners & allies to celebrate together!

SB 937 — the Fair Chance Housing Act — is the law of the land! Thank you to the leaders who trekked to Annapolis! ☔️✊🎉 Thank you also @ShanekaHenson @RobbynLewis46th @marlonamprey @Willcsmithjr @SenBillFerg @LCharkoudian @GovWesMoore @verainstitute @NAACP_LDF @PublJusticeCntr

Thank you Governor Wes Moore (@iamwesmoore) for signing SB 323 into law! It made HRFK's 9 year anniversary today even more special! Congratulations to everyone who made this possible especially @Willcsmithjr, @DelBartlett32, @SaraLove4MD, @SenBillFerg, and @JPenaMelnyk!

I’m honored to have the endorsement of @Willcsmithjr in our campaign for Montgomery County Executive! Will knows Montgomery County needs progressive leadership that delivers results, protects our community and fights for our shared values. I’m proud to have his support.

Montgomery Co friends, please join my colleague in supporting Sarah David for State's Attorney!

Join me on May 28th at my home for a reception in support of a dynamic and brilliant candidate for Baltimore County State's Attorney. Come learn how she will move Baltimore County and our entire state forward. RSVP here: sarahforbaltco.com/silverspring

We also honored founder and CEO Busy Graham, who is stepping down after a decade of leadership. Her vision created and shaped Carpe Diem Arts, and she leaves behind a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire this community for years to come. @arts2life

Last night, I joined community members in celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Carpe Diem Arts. They have built something truly special in Montgomery County, bringing together art, culture, and community in a way that uplifts and connects people across generations.

Two years ago, the M/V Dali destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge, taking six lives, disrupting the Port of Baltimore, devastating livelihoods, and sending economic shockwaves across our State. Today, Maryland has reached a $2.25 billion final settlement with the vessel’s owner and operator. Our work is not finished. We are pursuing our claims against the shipbuilder Full press release: oag.maryland.gov/News/Pages/Att…

Last call! 🎓 The 2026–2027 Senator Will Smith Scholarship is accepting applications until midnight tonight. If you’re a District 20 student heading to college or continuing your education, now’s the time to apply. Apply here: willsmithformaryland.com/scholarship/

@JohnsHopkinsSPH Thank you to Professor Lisa Geller for the invitation and to her class for their thoughtful engagement and questions!

I had a great conversation with students at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, we discussed how legislative decisions are made in Annapolis and how public health professionals can effectively advocate for policy change at the state level.

I enjoyed visiting with the Georgetown University College Democrats and sharing the progress we made this legislative session to protect immigrant communities and uphold civil rights.

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May the fourth be with you

This weekend’s Breakfast Club was at capacity, and I’m grateful for the energy in the room. We had a thoughtful discussion about the vigorous work undertaken to push back against harmful federal policies.