The Maryland House of Delegates is the lower chamber of the Maryland General Assembly, the state's legislative body. It consists of 141 members who are elected to four-year terms. Delegates represent various districts across Maryland and are responsible for proposing and voting on state laws, budgets, and policies. The House works alongside the Maryland Senate, the upper chamber, to create legislation. Sessions typically begin in January and last for 90 days, during which delegates discuss issues ranging from education to public safety. The House of Delegates plays a crucial role in shaping the laws that govern the state of Maryland.