COMMITTEES 

The Maryland House of Delegates has 7 standing committees which have jurisdiction over specific issue areas. These committees play an important role in the legislative process, hold hearings and oversee agencies and programs within their purview.

Delegate Charles has been appointed to the following committees for the 439th Maryland General Assembly:

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Ways & Means Committee

This Committee is responsible for legislation relating to children, youth, and families; education financing; primary and secondary education; elections; and lotteries and horseracing; State and local taxation matters, including assessments and tax credit programs.

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Revenues Subcommittee 

Racing & Gaming Subcommittee

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CAUCUSES

In the Maryland House of Delegates there are also a number of Caucuses comprised of Members - to pursue common policy objectives.  Delegate Charles is a member of the following caucuses:

• Maryland Legislative Black Caucus 

• Maryland Veterans Caucus

• Maryland House Democratic Caucus, where Delegate Charles serves as Vice-Chair

• Maryland Women's Caucus

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