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Ryan P. O'Connor

Republican · Maryland · 2026

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Howard County Council, Councilmanic District 5Maryland · 2026Howard County sample ballot

Top priorities

  • Protecting district schools
  • Maintaining safe neighborhoods
  • Preventing residents from being taxed out of their homes

Per the campaign site.

Biography

O'Connor has a background in finance and works on Farmer Mac's Rural Infrastructure team, per campaign site. He is a Glenelg High School graduate raising three children in West Friendship, per 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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