Committee Vice Chair Applies for Judgeship, But Bigger Changes Afoot in Annapolis

Del. Kathleen M. Dumais (D-Montgomery), a senior lawmaker and vice chair of the powerful House Economic Matters Committee, has applied to become a judge on the Montgomery County District Court — potentially opening up a plum legislative position in the weeks ahead. But Dumais’ possible departure, which could happen in the next several weeks if she’s selected for one of three vacant slots on the court, may foreshadow even greater upheaval in the highest echelons of power in Annapolis.