Community Driven. Experienced Leader. Compassionate Advocate.
At this crucial time in our lives, we need compassionate and dedicated leadership.
I’m Barbara Ebel, and I’m running for the Register of Wills in Montgomery County – to ensure that every family receives the support, guidance, and respect they deserve during their most challenging moments.
My Vision for the Office of Register of Wills in Montgomery County
“My vision as the County’s next Register of Wills is to make this office approachable and fully equipped to help residents both plan ahead and navigate loss with dignity. By breaking down barriers, simplifying processes, and proactively reaching out to our community, we can normalize future planning and ensure no one faces these difficult decisions alone or without the guidance they need.”
— BARBARA EBEL
How the Register of Wills Office Helps Residents
Probate and Estate Administration: Facilitating an efficient process of recording wills and overseeing the proper administration of decedents’ estates.
Compassionate Guidance: Offering support and resources to residents navigating the probate and estate planning process.
Public Education: Hosting workshops and providing resources on the rights and responsibilities of the probate and estate planning processes.
Record Keeping: Maintain official, permanent records of probate and estate proceedings with the highest standards of discretion and accuracy.
Join Me in Building a Stronger Community
I believe in the power of community. I look forward to meeting you at a county forum, town hall, or a grassroots event in your neighborhood to discuss important topics related to the probate and estate planning processes in Montgomery County. Together, we can create an office that reflects the values of our thriving community with compassion, integrity, and inclusivity.
How to Vote in Montgomery County
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Register online: Visit the e Maryland Online Voter Registration: https://voterservices.elections.maryland.gov/onlinevoterregistration/
Fill out a Maryland voter registration form:
Click here to download and print the form in English (PDF)
Print the Maryland voter registration form.
This form is also available in multiple languages for download and printing:
en español (PDF), con instrucciones Spanish
በአማርኛ (PDF) Amharic
en français (PDF) French
繁體中文 (PDF) Traditional Chinese
簡體中文 (PDF) Simplified Chinese
한국어로 (PDF) Korean
bằng tiếng Việt (PDF) Vietnamese
Fill out the printed form and sign it.
Mail it to the Montgomery County Board of Elections:
Make sure you mail the form in or postmark by June 2, 2026, which is the registration deadline.
Register in Person:
At the Montgomery County Board of Elections:
At one of the Early Voting locations between June 11, 2026 - June 18, 2026
On Election Day (June 23) at your polling place. Locate your polling place here: https://voterservices.elections.maryland.gov/VoterSearch
NOTE: You must bring proof of residency (e.g., Maryland driver’s license or utility bill) if registering in person on Election Day or during early voting.
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You are a U.S. citizen.
You live in Montgomery County, Maryland. (Your primary residence must be in the county)
You must be 18 by Election Day in order to actually cast a ballot.
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To register, you generally need:
U.S. citizenship
A Montgomery County address
An ID number (MD driver’s license or last 4 of SSN)
Proof of residency if registering in person (e.g., Maryland driver’s license or utility bill)
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Primary Election Day: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 7:00 AM — 8:00 PM (Vote in Person)
Early Voting: Thursday, June 11 – Thursday, June 18, 2026 - 7:00 AM — 8:00 PM (Vote in Person) You can vote at any early voting center in Montgomery County during these dates.
Mail-in Ballot (Vote By Mail): Postmarked by 8:00 PM on June 23, 2026
Drop-Off Box: Place your ballot in a ballot-drop box by 8:00 PM on Election Day, June 23, 2026. Locate your nearest ballot box here:
In-Person on Primary Day: Drop off your ballot at your voting site by 8:00 PM on Election Day, June 23, 2026. Locate your voting site here: https://voterservices.elections.maryland.gov/PollingPlaceSearch
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Registered voters may request an absentee ballot to vote by mail or drop-off at a box at this link: https://voterservices.elections.maryland.gov/onlinemailinrequest/InstructionsStep1
Ballot Request Request Deadlines
To receive a ballot by mail: Tuesday, June 16, 2026 by 8:00 PM
To receive a ballot by email/online: Friday, June 19, 2026, 11:59 PM
For more information about voting, please visit the Montgomery County Board of Elections Website.