Steven C. Johnson

Steven C. Johnson (born December 30, 1960) is an American politician who is a Democratic member of the Maryland House of Delegates representing District 34A.

Early life and education Johnson was born on December 30, 1960, in Garrison, Kentucky. He attended Shady Spring High School and Raleigh County Vocational Technical Center. Johnson served in the Army National Guard from 1977 to 1987, and as an auxiliary police officer in Aberdeen from 2006 to 2016. and owns the Johnson Family Pharmacy in Aberdeen. Johnson initially challenged his disqualification, but dropped his legal challenge, saying that he didn't "want to alter the natural outcome of the election". In 2014, he unsuccessfully ran for the Maryland House of Delegates in District 34A.

In the legislature Johnson won election to the Maryland House of Delegates in 2018, edging out incumbent state delegate Glen Glass by a margin of 165 votes. He was sworn in on January 9, 2019, and has served as a member of the Health and Government Operations Committee during his entire tenure. Since 2023, Johnson has served as deputy majority whip. The amendment failed in a 4–4 tie.

Gun policy During the 2020 legislative session, Johnson voted against legislation requiring background checks for sales of shotguns and rifles.

Health care During the 2020 legislative session, Johnson introduced the "Connor's Courage" Act, named for Havre de Grace High School student Connor Sheffield, which would allow students to take medical marijuana at school. The bill passed and became law.

Minimum wage During the 2019 legislative session, Johnson voted for legislation to raise the state minimum wage to $15 an hour.

Social issues During the 2020 legislative session, Johnson introduced legislation that would protect lemonade stands from being shut down by local permit laws.

Taxes During the 2022 legislative session, Johnson opposed an amendment to legislation to enact a 30-day gas tax holiday amid the Russo-Ukrainian War that would've extended the holiday to 90 days. He also introduced legislation that would exempt oral hygiene products from the state sales tax, which passed and was signed into law by Governor Larry Hogan.

Personal life Johnson is married with three children.