Julie Palakovich Carr has been a dedicated voice for District 17 (Gaithersburg and Rockville) since January 2019 as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates. With more than a decade of service in elected office, Julie brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to progressive change.

As a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, Julie chairs the Early Childhood Subcommittee, where she has spearheaded critical initiatives to enhance early education. Her broader legislative efforts have focused on making voting more accessible, improving road safety for pedestrians and cyclists, and closing corporate tax loopholes.

Julie serves as Chair of the Montgomery County House Delegation, as a Deputy Whip, and Secretary of the Transit Caucus. She previously served as Vice Chair of the Legislative Review Committee for the Maryland Legislative Latino Caucus and as Vice Chair of the Montgomery County House Democratic Caucus.

Julie’s public service extends beyond the General Assembly. She served two terms on the Rockville City Council from 2013 to 2019, where she championed progressive reforms such as banning smoking in outdoor dining areas, protecting law-abiding immigrants, and improving roadway safety.

In 2016, Julie was recognized as a Leading Woman by the Annapolis Daily Record for her community involvement and professional accomplishments.

Prior to being elected, Julie served on several municipal task forces, including serving two terms on the Rockville Environment Commission, chairing the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance Review Committee, serving as Vice-Chair of the City Services and Budget Working Group, and chairing the Watersheds Committee.

With a master’s degree in biology, Julie is the only biologist with an advanced degree in the Maryland General Assembly. Her decade-long career in science policy, including work on Capitol Hill and as a public policy manager for the American Institute of Biological Sciences, underscores her commitment to science-informed decision-making.

Julie is married and is proud to have her son enrolled in public school.