Nick Charles (politician) facts for kids
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Nick Charles
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| Member of the Maryland Senate from the 25th district |
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| Assumed office December 5, 2023 |
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| Appointed by | Wes Moore |
| Preceded by | Melony G. Griffith |
| Member of the Maryland House of Delegates from the 25th district |
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| In office January 9, 2019 – December 5, 2023 |
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| Preceded by | Angela Angel |
| Succeeded by | Denise Roberts |
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Nicholas Patrick Charles II
December 16, 1982 Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Children | 2 |
| Residences | Forestville, Maryland, U.S. |
| Education | Community College of the Air Force (AA) University of the District of Columbia (BBA) |
| Profession | Federal acquisition consultant |
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| Branch/service | United States Air Force |
| Years of service | 2001–2006 |
| Unit | 60th Fighter Squadron 422d Test and Evaluation Squadron |
| Battles/wars | Operation Noble Eagle |
| Awards | Achievement Medal |
Nicholas Patrick Charles II (born December 16, 1982) is an American politician. He serves in the Maryland Senate, representing District 25. He has been a senator since 2023. Before that, he was a member of the Maryland House of Delegates from 2019 to 2023.
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Growing Up and School
Charles was born in Washington, D.C.. He grew up in Prince George's County, Maryland. He went to Largo High School.
Military Service and College
From 2001 to 2006, Charles served in the U.S. Air Force. He was part of the 60th Fighter Squadron and the 422d Test and Evaluation Squadron. After his military service, he went to college.
He earned an associate degree in aviation management in 2009. This degree was from the Community College of the Air Force. He also earned a bachelor's degree in business administration in 2009. This degree was from the University of the District of Columbia.
His Career Path
After serving in the military, Charles worked as a defense contractor for the U.S. Navy. A defense contractor is a company or person who provides goods or services to the military. In 2015, he started his own consulting company. A consulting company gives expert advice to other businesses.
Entering Politics
In 2014, Charles first tried to become a member of the Maryland House of Delegates. He did not win that election. He tried again in 2018. This time, he ran with two other experienced politicians. He won a spot in the House of Delegates.
Serving in the Maryland General Assembly
Charles officially became a member of the Maryland House of Delegates on January 9, 2019. He worked on the Health and Government Operations Committee until 2021. After that, he joined the Ways and Means Committee.
Later, he was chosen to lead the group of politicians from Prince George's County. This group is called the Prince George's County Delegation.
Becoming a State Senator
In October 2023, a state senator named Melony G. Griffith decided to leave her job. Charles announced he wanted to take her place in the Maryland Senate. He was the only person who applied for the job.
In November, a local committee chose him for the position. Governor Wes Moore then officially appointed him. Charles was sworn in as a state senator on December 5, 2023.
His Political Ideas
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Views on Health
During the 2021 legislative session, Charles suggested a new law. This law would stop employers from firing workers who chose not to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Ideas for Housing
In 2015, Charles spoke about problems with housing in Prince George's County. He said that real estate appraisers were part of the problem. Appraisers decide how much a house is worth. He supported laws to make the appraisal process better.
In 2023, Charles introduced a bill to help homeowners. This bill would give low-income homeowners a right to counsel in foreclosures. This means they would get a lawyer if they were at risk of losing their home.
Thoughts on Policing
In 2020, Charles introduced a bill about false police calls. This bill would allow people who were falsely reported to the police to sue the callers for damages.
Social Issues
In 2022, Charles introduced a bill to stop discrimination in schools. This bill would ban unfair treatment against students and their guardians in education.
His Personal Life
After his time in the military, Charles bought a home in Forestville, Maryland. He has received two Air Force Achievement Medals for his military service.
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Official headshot of Nick Charles.
