Housing

Safe, affordable, and non-discriminatory housing is a human right.

Shaneka Henson supports creating accessible pathways to homeownership and the public- and private- expansion of affordable housing using smart growth principles.

Environment

District 30-A is surrounded by over 500 miles of coastline.

Because of our proximity to water, Shaneka Henson believes that environmental impacts must be a constant consideration for development, infrastructure projects, and more.

Public Safety

Shaneka believes public safety extends beyond the law.

In collaboration with legislators, community leaders, and other stakeholders, Shaneka Henson works to build and invest in comprehensive community-based public infrastructure that focuses on creating a robust and multi-sector public safety ecosystem that unites all levels of government, organizations, and people that support health and safety. 

Pro-Choice & Equality

All women have initiate right to choose 

Shaneka Henson has fought to empower women with meaningful reproductive healthcare choices. She believes the law must provide equal protection to everyone. Her accomplishments include equal pay reforms and increased DEI practices.

Healthcare

Maryland has some of the best hospitals in the nation. Yet, for many, there are barriers to receiving healthcare.

Shaneka Henson is a passionate advocate for open and equitable access to health and wellness resources and services. In District-30A, she continues to work with organizations that support community health.

Education

Regardless of your zip code or family status, every student deserves to receive a quality education.

Shaneka Henson brings all stakeholders together to tackle opportunity gaps within the education system and ensure that all students are prepared for success from the house floor to the classrooms.

Workers Protection & Human Rights

Maryland would not be the great state it is without its workers.

Shaneka believes that all workers deserve safe working conditions, equitably paid living wages, and the ability to organize and engage collectively.