The District 20 seat will soon be vacant when Congressman-elect James Raskin (D) transfers to Washington, D.C. and Delegate Will Smith (D) fills Raskin’s position in the Maryland Senate.

Two public forums will be held by the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee in January to recommend one of the six candidates pursuing the spot. Gov. Larry Hogan has 30 days to make the appointment based on the recommendations of the party committee.