Maryland's 1st congressional district encompasses the entire

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, including

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, as well as parts of

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, Harford, and Carroll counties; it is the largest congressional district in the state geographically, covering 12 counties (in whole or part), for a total of 3,653 square miles. The district is currently represented by Republican Andy Harris, who defeated Democratic

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Frank M. Kratovil Jr. in 2010. The district was the subject of a 2014 boycott following legislation Harris introduced nullifying a District of Columbia law de-criminalizing possession of marijuana. With a

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rating of R+14, it is the only Republican-leaning district in Maryland.

Election results from presidential races

List of members representing the district

Recent election results

2000s

2010s

2020s

Notes

References

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