Alonzo T. Washington is a Democratic state senator representing District 22 in Prince George's County, Maryland. Born on September 2, 1983, in Washington, D.C., and raised by his mother Elizabeth Washington in Greenbelt, Maryland, he has focused his career on education, economic development, social justice, and public safety. Notable achievements include serving as Deputy Majority Whip , House Parliamentarian , and Vice Chair of the Ways and Means Committee , with leadership in subcommittees on election law and education. Appointed to the Maryland Senate in January 2023 by Governor Wes Moore, he currently serves on the Finance Committee, Maryland Correctional Enterprises Management Council , and Maryland Aerospace and Technology Commission . He has also chaired key commissions like the School-to-Prison Pipeline and Restorative Practices and co-chaired the Prince George's County Police Reform Task Force .

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Graduated from Laurel High School; earned a B.A. in Criminal Justice and Criminology from the University of Maryland, College Park .
• Early Career: Worked as a legislative aide and chief of staff to Prince George's County Councilman Will Campos.
• Political Experience:
  • Prince George's County Democratic Central Committee ; Prince George's County Young Democrats ; Roosevelt Democratic Club .
  • Appointed to Maryland House of Delegates, District 22 by Governor Martin O'Malley.
  • 1st Vice-Chair, Prince George's County Delegation ; leadership roles in law enforcement, education, and state-appointed boards committees.
  • Appointed to Maryland Senate, District 22 .