Sign the Petition

Baltimore County Deserves a Choice...

If you think Baltimore County deserves more than one vision for its future, sign the petition.

Maryland law requires independent candidates to collect petition signatures before they can appear on the ballot. For Baltimore County Executive, that means obtaining valid signatures from approximately 1% of registered voters in Baltimore County.

That's not easy. It's not supposed to be.

But before voters can decide whether my ideas deserve support, they deserve the opportunity to hear them.

That's what this petition is about.

This Is NOT A Vote For Me

Let me be crystal clear:

Signing this petition is not a vote.

Signing this petition does NOT necessarily mean you support my campaign.

Signing this petition does NOT mean you WILL vote for me in November.

Signing this petition does NOT change your party registration.

Signing this petition does NOT affect your ability to vote in a Democratic or Republican primary.

A petition signature simply means that you believe Baltimore County voters deserve another choice on the ballot.

Nothing more.

In fact, many people who sign this petition may ultimately vote for someone else. That's perfectly fine. Democracy works best when voters have options and can make informed choices after hearing competing ideas.

Why I'm Asking For Your Help

For too long, Baltimore County residents have been told to choose between different versions of the same thing.

Meanwhile, our county faces serious challenges:

• Public safety concerns
• Overdevelopment and infrastructure strain
• Rising costs for families and seniors
• Growing distrust in government
• A looming budget crisis that will demand real leadership and difficult choices

You may agree with my solutions. You may not.

But I hope we can agree on this:

Baltimore County benefits when more ideas are debated, more voices are heard, and voters are trusted to decide for themselves.

This petition simply gives voters that opportunity.

How To Sign

1. Download and print the petition form.
2. Complete all required information.
3. Use your name exactly as it appears on your voter registration.
4. Sign and date the petition.
5. Mail the completed original petition to:

Rob Daniels 

PO Box 3

Stevenson, MD, United States, 21153

Important Deadlines

The petition must be filed with election officials by August 3, 2026.

To ensure sufficient time for delivery, review, and processing, completed petitions should be mailed no later than July 31, 2026.

Earlier is even better.

Every signature matters.  And there are 5 signature spaces per page – so if you can get others to sign too, even better!  

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be an Independent to sign?

• No. Registered voters of any political party may sign a candidate nominating petition.

If I sign, am I voting for Rob Daniels?

• No. A petition signature is not a vote. It only allows a candidate the opportunity to qualify for the ballot.

Why do Independent candidates need signatures?

• Maryland law requires candidates who are not nominated through a political party primary to demonstrate a minimum level of public support before appearing on the ballot. For this office, that threshold is approximately 1% of registered voters eligible to vote for Baltimore County Executive, around 6,000 voters.

What information do I need to provide?

• Complete every required field and use your name as it appears on your voter registration record. Signatures that cannot be verified may be rejected by election officials.

What if I recently moved?

• Use your current address. Election officials can update voter registration records during the verification process.

Can I sign more than once?

• No. Maryland law permits a voter to sign a particular petition only once.

Can I sign electronically?

• No. Original petition signatures are required. Copies cannot be submitted in place of original signatures.

Can someone else sign for me?

• No. Each voter must personally complete and sign their own petition entry. A spouse cannot sign for a spouse.

What is the best way to ensure my signature counts?

• Use your full registered name, complete every required field, and provide the full month, day, and year that you signed the petition.

When should I mail my petition?

• Please mail completed petitions no later than July 31, 2026 to ensure they arrive before the August 3 filing deadline.