Carroll legislators call for Bouchat’s resignation

By: Bryan P. Sears

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: March 25, 2026

Words: 890

Last Updated: 4 months, 1 week ago


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Republican state lawmakers today called for the resignation of Del. Christopher Eric Bouchat (R-Frederick and Carroll) after press reports detailed his refusal to attend legislative sessions and committee meetings over the last month.

Maryland Matters reported last week that Bouchat was driving to Annapolis to register his presence and then immediately leaving to go to work. He sent a letter to House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk attempting to resign his seat on the House Judiciary …

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