Senator Arthur Carr Ellis represents District 28 in Charles County, Maryland. Born in Jamaica, West Indies, on July 26, 1961, he is a disabled veteran who has resided in Charles County for over 27 years with his wife Rosalind and their two adult children, Rachel and Myles. A lifelong Progressive Democrat, he was first elected to the Maryland Senate in 2018 and has served as a member since January 9, 2019. Notable achievements include sponsoring 77 bills and grant initiatives in his first four years, receiving awards such as Legislator of the Year from the Maryland Military Coalition , Beacon Award from the Willing Helpers Society , and Lifetime Achievement Award from Americorps . He holds leadership positions including 2024 Deputy Majority Leader, Vice Chair of the Rules Committee , and Chair of the Workers' Compensation Benefit and Insurance Oversight Committee .

Education and Political Experience

• Education: B.S. in chemistry and agriculture from University of Maryland, College Park . Served in U.S. Air Force , earning a commendation medal for meritorious service . Accounting instructor at University of Maryland University College and adjunct professor at University of the District of Columbia . Certified volunteer leader with University of Maryland Extension and coach for Charles County 4-H Robotics Team .
• Political Experience: Current committee assignments include Finance Committee and Rules Committee . Additional roles: Senate Chair of Joint Committee on the Management of Public Funds , Chair of Senate Select Committee No. 8 for Charles, St. Mary’s, and Calvert Counties' Delegation , Financial Secretary of the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland , and member of the Maryland Veterans Caucus . Public service includes Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland , Historic St. Mary’s City Fort to 400 Commission , and State Advisory Council on Serious Illness Care . Previously chaired the Communications Committee of the Charles County NAACP Chapter . Member of professional organizations such as the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Disabled American Veterans .