Olszewski, Johnny

Johnny Olszewski, often referred to as Johnny O, represents Maryland's 2nd Congressional District, which includes parts of Baltimore County, Carroll County, and Baltimore City. He entered Congress in January 2025 following a career in local and state government. Before his election to the House, he served two terms as the Baltimore County Executive and was previously a member of the Maryland House of Delegates. A former public school teacher, he holds a Ph.D. in public policy and has long been an advocate for educational access and transparent governance.

In the House, Olszewski serves on the Committee on Foreign Affairs, where he is a member of the subcommittees on Africa and East Asia and the Pacific. He also holds assignments on the Committee on Small Business, contributing to subcommittees focused on Rural Development, Energy, and Supply Chains, as well as Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Workforce Development. His policy priorities center on expanding economic opportunity, supporting the federal workforce, and strengthening community infrastructure.

His legislative agenda includes sponsoring the Fast Track To and Through College Act and the Community College Educational Exchange Act, reflecting his background in education. He has also introduced the Critical Mineral Mining Education Act of 2026 and measures to protect federal employees during funding lapses. Throughout his career, he has emphasized bipartisan cooperation on issues such as diplomatic support and local project funding, while maintaining a focus on defending democratic institutions and reproductive rights.