Preceded by John G. Trueschler Name Stephen Lafferty Political party Democratic Role Politician | Occupation Attorney Party Democratic Party Religion Christian | |
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Born February 28, 1949 (age 75)
Washington, D.C., United States ( 1949-02-28 ) Residence Balti County, Maryland, United States Education University of Maryland, College Park, Bowling Green State University | ||
Stephen W. Lafferty (born February 28, 1949) is an American politician who represents district 42 in the Maryland House of Delegates. Lafferty is the first Democrat to be elected in district 42 since it was moved to Baltimore County after the 21st century census and redistricting.
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Background
Delegate Lafferty was born in Washington, D.C. on February 28, 1949. He attended the University of Maryland, College Park where he earned his B.A. in American studies in 1971. Just a year later at Bowling Green State University, he earned a M.A. also in American studies; and then a teacher's certificate at Towson State University in 1977. Teacher (mathematics & social studies), Baltimore City Public Schools, 1974-78. Executive director & assistant director, Baltimore American Indian Center, Inc., 1978-80. University of Baltimore School of Law, J.D., 1983. Admitted to Maryland Bar, 1983.
Married to Betsy Lafferty. Resides in Stoneleigh.
In the legislature
Lafferty has been a member of House of Delegates since January 10, 2007. He serves on the House Environmental Matters Committee and its housing & real property, its land use & ethics and its local government & bi-county subcommittees. He also contributed to the ground rent legislation of 2007 through the ground rent work group. [1]