Quincy Bareebe

Quincy Bareebe earned a bachelor's degree from Northeastern University and a graduate degree from Mount St. Mary's University. Her career experience includes being the CEO and founder of a home care business.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am an American businesswoman, healthcare executive, and Democratic candidate for Maryland's 5th Congressional District. Born in Uganda, I immigrated to the United States and worked as a dishwasher at KFC and home health aide while attending college. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance from Northeastern University and an MBA from Mount St. Mary's University. I began my career as an auditor at KPMG and later served as a financial manager at the United States Department of Defense. I am the founder and CEO of Royal Home Care and Royal Assisted Living, healthcare agencies based in Odenton, Maryland, employing more than 70 professionals. I am a resident of Odenton, Anne Arundel County, Maryland where I live with my husband and children.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I am a healthcare CEO and job creator — not a career politician. I built Royal Home Care and Royal Assisted Living from the ground up, employing more than 70 people and providing care for seniors and individuals with chronic illnesses in Southern Maryland. My entire career has been about building systems that actually work for people. Congress needs fewer career politicians and more leaders who know how to build, run, and deliver results. I bring lived experience to every issue I fight for: healthcare access, housing, and protecting federal workers.Healthcare is not a partisan issue — it is a human one. I have spent my career as a healthcare provider serving seniors and individuals with chronic illnesses in Maryland's 5th District. I understand the system from the inside: what works, what fails, and what needs to change. I support universal healthcare coverage and the expansion of home-based care as a cost-effective, dignified alternative to institutional care. I will fight to lower prescription drug costs, protect Medicare and Medicaid, and ensure every resident of this district has access to quality care regardless of income.This district deserves a representative with deep roots here — not someone who parachuted in. I ran in 2024 and finished second in a race against a 20-term incumbent, earning nearly 10,000 votes. I have been doing the work in this community for years through my businesses, my relationships, and my advocacy. I am running on my record as a builder and healthcare leader. I will fight for Southern Maryland infrastructure investment, protect federal workers whose jobs are threatened, expand affordable housing access, and deliver the kind of steady, effective representation this district has always expected.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Healthcare access and home-based care for seniors; affordable housing and homeownership; protection of federal employees and federal workforce benefits; infrastructure investment in Southern Maryland; economic opportunity for small business owners and entrepreneurs; immigration reform and pathways to citizenship; and ensuring working families have a real voice in Congress.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Reproductive Justice Maryland

Campaign websiteBareebe's campaign website stated the following:Delivering Quality Affordable Health Care for AllAs the founder and CEO of Royal Home Care and Royal Assisted Living, Quincy Bareebe has spent years delivering hands-on care to seniors and people with disabilities in our community, employing more than 100 frontline health professionals across Maryland. From helping seniors live with dignity in assisted living to supporting families caring for chronically ill loved ones at home, she has seen up close how insurance rules, drug prices, and gaps in Medicare can make the difference between stability and crisis for working families. That real-world experience—not think-tank theory—drives her commitment to guarantee quality, affordable health care as a basic right, not a privilege tied to zip code or income.In Congress, Quincy will fight to protect and strengthen the Affordable Care Act, close loopholes that let insurance companies deny or delay needed care, and cap out-of-pocket costs so no one has to choose between a prescription and the rent. She will work to expand Medicare to cover dental, vision, and hearing, which are essential for seniors to stay healthy and independent, and push to give Medicare more power to negotiate lower drug prices across the board. Quincy will also support increased funding for home- and community-based services, so seniors and people with chronic conditions can receive care at home or in assisted living settings like the ones she operates, instead of being forced into more expensive institutional care.Because she has managed both federal budgets and a health care workforce, Quincy knows how to pay for these improvements responsibly—by cracking down on pharmaceutical price gouging, wasteful billing practices, and sweetheart deals for big insurance companies. She will stand up to lobbyists to put patients and providers ahead of corporate profits, making sure that federal health dollars actually reach the exam rooms, assisted living facilities, and home care visits where they are needed most. For working families and seniors who are tired of broken promises, Quincy Bareebe offers something different: a health care champion who has already been doing the work in our community and is ready to scale that commitment nationwide.Making Life More Affordable for MarylandersQuincy Bareebe knows that when groceries, rent, and prescription drugs go up but paychecks don’t, working families and seniors are the first to feel the squeeze. As a former Defense Department budget manager and local small-business leader, she has balanced billion-dollar federal ledgers and real-w orld payrolls, so she understands both sides of the affordability crisis. In Congress, she will fight to put more money back in the pockets of working and middle-class families by expanding targeted tax breaks for working parents, strengthening relief for seniors on fixed incomes, and making sure federal policy finally favors people who earn a paycheck—not corporations that game the system.​To tackle rising costs head-on, Quincy will push to lower everyday expenses families cannot avoid: capping prescription drug and insulin prices, defending and strengthening the Affordable Care Act so premiums and copays stay affordable, and cracking down on price gouging that drives up energy and utility bills. She will support smart housing and transportation investments that stabilize rents and cut commute times, so families spend less on gas and have more time and money for their kids and aging parents. For seniors, Quincy will champion measures that protect retirement security, preserve Medicare and Social Security, and create targeted relief programs so older adults are never forced to choose between paying for heat, food, or life-saving medications.Building a Stronger Future by Funding Education and Protecting Our EnvironmentQuincy Bareebe will go to Congress determined to fully fund public education—from universal pre-K through debt-free community college—so every child in Maryland has a fair shot at a good-paying career. She supports doubling Title I funding for high-poverty schools, boosting teacher residency stipends, and investing in STEM so classrooms are linked to local opportunities at places like Pax River and union apprenticeship programs.Quincy will work to pass a federal College Promise plan for tuition-free community college and expand Pell Grants to short-term credential and trade programs, giving students and mid-career workers affordable pathways into high-demand fields without being crushed by debt.Quincy also understands that Maryland’s economy and identity are inseparable from the Chesapeake Bay and our local environment, so she will fight for bold federal action to protect them. She backs fully funding the Chesapeake Resilience Fund to restore the Bay, strengthen wetlands and living shorelines, and support farmers with performance-based conservation grants that keep fields productive and waters clean. In Congress, she will champion investments in clean energy—like offshore wind capable of powering hundreds of thousands of homes—and modern flood mapping and insurance reforms, so coastal and riverfront communities can withstand rising seas and stronger storms. For Quincy, investing in great schools and safeguarding Maryland’s environment are two sides of the same promise: building a future where every child can learn, work, and raise a family in a healthy, thriving community.In Congress, Quincy Bareebe Will Fight To:Put people over corporate greed by capping prescription drug prices and health insurance premiums — so every family and senior can afford the care they needInvest in education through universal pre-K, debt-free community college, and career trainingSupport small businesses and farms with tax relief, land protections, and urban agriculture grantsKeep Pax River and Indian Head bases open to support military readiness and local jobsProtect federal workers’ jobs from harmful budget cuts and government shutdownsStop Trump’s tariff hikes that raise prices for everyone — rebuild supply chains and enact trade laws that help workers, not corporate insidersIncrease affordable housing by strengthening housing supply laws to stop Wall Street from hoarding housing and capping corporate rent gougingReduce prices by enforcing antitrust rules against price-fixing corporate monopolies in groceries and energy, delivering faster relief at the checkout and at the gas pumpLower electrical bill by boosting clean energy incentives and grid upgrades and promoting solar, storage, and efficient transmission— Quincy Bareebe's campaign website (April 23, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am an immigrant, mother, community leader, and healthcare professional running to represent Maryland’s 5th Congressional District!

I came to the United States as a young woman, full of energy, hope, and big dreams. Today, I am a Healthcare CEO, an accountant, a wife, mother and a candidate for the United States Federal House of Representatives. My life is the product of our Nation's promise of being the true Land of Opportunities, and a testimony that the United States is still the Greatest Country in the World.My relevant experience includes:President of Royal Homecare and Staffing President of Royal Assisted LivingFormer KPMG AuditorFormer Department of Defense Financial ManagerFormer Elected Democratic Central Committee District 32Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

The sky-high cost of healthcare has been financially crushing thousands of working and middle class families in our community. As the founder and CEO of a local healthcare company, I have been on the front lines of delivering high-quality, affordable care right here in Anne Arundel County. While I have served my local community for years, I believe we need bold, sweeping change now to guarantee that healthcare is a human right.In a period of historic inflation, the cost of living has never been higher. Even in some of the solidly middle-class areas of this district, people are falling behind on their mortgages, or defaulting on car loans and credit card payments. From groceries to gas, many families are forced to make difficult decisions in order to survive. No single person is to blame for this, but I think most people will agree with me when I say that something has to change.

As the Representative for MD-5, I'll explore measures that include giving tax breaks to working families, and providing targeted relief programs for fixed-income individuals. Inflation might be a complex challenge, but together, we'll face it head-on.As we navigate this changing global landscape, it remains true that a quality education is still one of the most essential tools needed to succeed in life.

We need to ensure that our schools are adequately funded with the resources our children need to learn and grow. We also need to invest in our teachers, who are the backbone of our education system. By providing them with the support they need, we can ensure that they will be able to provide our students with the best possible education.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Healthcare, Education, Immigration, and Job Creation

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Elected officials must be transparent in their actions and accountable to their constituents. This means refusing donations from special interest groups and lobbyists, and relying on grassroots fundraising and organizing efforts. They should also be accessible, meaning they don't hide behind an answering machine or staff when constituents want to talk about problems in their communities.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The core responsibility of a congress-person is to represent their constituents, and to advocate for their interests. Listening, learning, and amplifying the concerns of community members is critical, and securing funding to address their issues is one of the most direct ways a representative

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Rising income inequality and internal political divisions are tearing away at the bedrock of this great nation. Mis- and disinformation are rampant, the federal government has been repeatedly held hostage, and national security is being undermined for political gain. Social safety nets are being dismantled instead of strengthened, long term economic stability are being ignored for quarterly profits, and we continue to balloon the military budget without any financial accountability.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Term limits are a vital part of preventing stagnation in government. When elected officials serve for 40+ years in the same office, they have no incentive to adapt or improve their way of doing things, they lose touch with the lived experiences of their constituents, and prevent energetic people with fresh ideas from better representing their communities.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Compromise is necessary up to a point, but there are lines in the sand that can not be crossed. Civil liberties and human rights are not up for debate, but how much money gets split between two departments can be discussed.

What committees interest you?

Education and the Workforce; Ethics; Oversight and Accountability

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

All government financial records should be open and accessible to the public by default. Americans deserve to know where our tax dollars are being spent so we can hold the people writing the checks accountable. We should not be afraid of the light; we should be moving towards it willingly and enthusiastically.