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Byron E. Macfarlane

Democratic · Maryland · 2026 · Incumbent

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Byron Macfarlane has served as Howard County Register of Wills since 2010; the campaign site describes him as the first openly LGBTQ+ elected official in Howard County's history and the youngest Register of Wills in Maryland history at the time of his election, per the campaign site. He previously served as legislative director to a state delegate, has been a member of the Howard County Democratic Central Committee since 2006, and holds a law degree from the University of Baltimore, per the campaign site.

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Profile facts follow official election office filings and the sources cited in each biography. Roster last verified September 29, 2026. Official sources are the final word on who appears on your ballot.

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