Governor Larry Hogan has appointed of Brenda J. Thiam, Ph.D., to the Maryland House of Delegates following the recommendation of the Washington County Republican Central Committee. Dr. Thiam is the first Black Republican woman to serve in the General Assembly. From the Governor’s press release,
“As a passionate educator and dedicated member of her community, I am confident that Dr. Thiam will be a strong advocate for constituents in Washington County in her new role as delegate,” said Governor Hogan. “Dr. Thiam’s appointment is an historic one for our state and its legislature. I offer Dr. Thiam and her family my sincere congratulations, and I look forward to working with her to change Maryland for the better.”
Dr. Thiam is a behavioral health specialist and will represent Legislative District 2B in Washington County, filling the seat previously held by Paul Corderman who was recently appointed to the Maryland Senate.
