ANNAPOLIS, Md. — House Speaker Adrienne Jones is stepping down from House leadership, she said in a statement Thursday.

"Committed to the continued work of community for the people of this great State of Maryland, I am stepping back as Speaker of the House effective immediately. I will remain as a delegate representing the best district in Maryland, District 10," she says.

Jones has been House Speaker since May 1, 2019, and a member of the House of Delegates since October 1997.

"Now is the time for me to step back and 'raise high' the stars of my leadership team. I am turning my attention to coaching and mentoring and offering guidance and support to the next Speaker for a smooth transition," said Jones.

She represents District 10 in Baltimore County.

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