Katie Hester (Democrat) is a member of the Maryland State Senate, representing District 9. Hester was elected to the office on November 6, 2018.
Katie Hester lives in Ellicott City, Maryland. She earned a degree in agricultural and biological engineering from Cornell University. Hester's career experience includes working as the Americas director with The Partnering Initiative.
Member, Audit and Evaluation
Co-Chair, Cybersecurity, Information Technology and Biotechnology
Member, Judicial Proceedings
Member, Workgroup to Study Shelter and Supportive Services for Unaccompanied Homeless Minors
Katie Hester (D) defeated incumbent Gail Bates (R) in the general election for Maryland State Senate District 9 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate |
% |
Votes |
||
✔ |
|
Katie Hester (D) |
50.8
|
33,493 |
|
Gail Bates (R) |
49.1
|
32,347 | |
Other/Write-in votes |
0.1
|
52 |
|
Total votes: 65,892 (100% precincts reporting) |
Katie Hester advanced from the Democratic primary for Maryland State Senate District 9 on June 26, 2018.
Candidate |
% |
Votes |
||
✔ |
|
Katie Hester (D) |
100
|
9,761 |
|
Total votes: 9,761 |
Incumbent Gail Bates defeated Reid Novotny in the Republican primary for Maryland State Senate District 9 on June 26, 2018.
Candidate |
% |
Votes |
||
✔ |
|
Gail Bates (R) |
53.9
|
4,222 |
|
Reid Novotny (R) |
46.1
|
3,605 |
|
Total votes: 7,827 |
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