Eastern Shore secession idea surfaces in Maryland House amid redistricting
TL;DR
Maryland Republican delegate Thomas Hutchinson floated a non-binding bill to survey the nine Eastern Shore counties about seceding from Maryland to form a new state—potentially called “Mardelva” and including Southern Delaware and parts of Virginia—part of a broader debate tied to redistricting. His amendment, which would also alter district lines (exiling Cecil County for Anne Arundel), failed in a voice vote, but the issue fuels ongoing controversy as Maryland voters head to November to decide a new map that could bolster Democratic control.
- Maryland lawmaker includes Southern Delaware in possible secession plan WDEL
- Maryland Republicans predict legal challenge to constitutional amendment on redistricting Maryland Matters
- Maryland lawmakers ask voters to clear the way for a congressional map designed to boost Democrats WTOP
- Bipartisan group launches Protect Maryland Votes as lawmakers advance amendment WBFF
- Maryland lawmakers split on redistricting amendment WBAL-TV
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