Valerie Longhurst

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

@DaveBentz @DeCAGV @averylj_ Congrats Rep Bentz

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

When we speak of justice, we speak of accountability, rehabilitation, and redemption. Individuals who have paid their debt to society deserve a chance to rebuild. This is one of the biggest pieces of criminal... https://t.co/x9lXZCIHig

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

Smoking causes lifelong addiction and health issues that take a real toll on public health in our state. Most smokers get started before they are 21, and can end up dealing with these issues for the rest of... https://t.co/svZ4SIO5Qi

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

I challenge all of us to inspire our young people and embolden them to pursue their dreams. We do not want young women, like Isabella who spoke at our press event on Equal Pay Day earlier today, to have to... https://t.co/r2wAebK03K

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

I'm happy I had the opportunity to join my colleagues in the General Assembly, our state's congressional delegation and governor, and most importantly my sister Jill to support this great cause. Thank you to... https://t.co/tqoGQXoGhV

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

Today is Equal Pay Day, a symbolic day that characterizes when women's earnings catch up to their male counterparts wages from the previous year.

The disparities and inequalities are real. The pay gaps... https://t.co/GpGcsb5CIb

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

In 2020 we have a monumental occasion in #Delaware and national history: the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment. On August 18, 1920, states cemented efforts of the women’s suffrage movement, giving... https://t.co/yzVaoZWBnI

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

The annual Easterseals Delaware & Maryland's Eastern Shore volleyball challenge is always a fun time, and raises needed funds to support Delawareans with disabilities, seniors and their families.

This week... https://t.co/AM88CweEBJ

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

Today we celebrated World Down Syndrome Day at Legislative Hall with some fun socks, and incredible individuals.

Thank you Lauren and Jordan for sharing inspiring words on the House Floor; we are lucky to... https://t.co/ShRu3pEPNy

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

Supporting mental health services in schools is a passion of mine. I am proud that Kim Williams State Representative, 19th District and I have introduced legislation that would address access to mental... https://t.co/u9dNkR4H9E

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

How can we expect a child to effectively perform in the classroom if their mental health is suffering? Those expectations are unrealistic, and we need to enhance services that they need, which is where HB... https://t.co/PnPYFpUv6T

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

Medicaid compensation rates for home health care providers hasn't increased since 2006. For 13 years, home health care nurses and aides have continued to work, keeping families together and giving people... https://t.co/f0LPRMDilA

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

I am incredibly excited to be joining with my fellow #Delaware lawmakers, Delaware's Attorney General, The Delaware Office of Defense Services and ACLU of Delaware to announce the most comprehensive criminal justice reform initiative in our state in... https://t.co/x3XVZrTqPE

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

We were able to take a moment today to recognize trailblazing women leaders by commemorating Women's History Month in Delaware. Taking a look back at our history inspires us to continue to push for progress... https://t.co/s8YAcir4rL

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

I love catching up with representatives from the University of Delaware's speech language pathology master's program. Thank you for visiting Legislative Hall to share all the impactful work you do for... https://t.co/mMwdR19Lro

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

The #Delaware Women and the Law section of the Delaware Bar are incredible leaders in our courts. Thank you for your tireless work.

It was a special honor to meet and speak with them this weekend as well as... https://t.co/muAGU3Fr85

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

Do you have old family photos that you don’t know how to care for? Rather than put it off until they've deteriorated even more, Delaware State Parks... https://t.co/kAprcqbQyV

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

Yesterday, Rep. Earl Jaques and I joined Governor John Carney to tour The Refuge, and integrated treatment house for individuals confronting substance use disorder.

It was a great opportunity to learn more... https://t.co/RtPQwn7xtj

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

Yesterday, Rep. Earl Jaques and I joined Governor John Carney to tour A Leap of Faith Child Development Center, INC in Wilmington.

It was a great opportunity to see how this facility provides care for kids, from infants up to school-aged children.

[Valerie Longhurst @RepLonghurst]

The teachers and staff at Warner Elementary School are working hard every day not only to increase student achievement, but to support students emotionally and socially in and out of the school building. I... https://t.co/kuAegAiQLc