Valerie Longhurst

Statement on Resignation of State Auditor

DOVER – In response to the sentencing and resignation of the Delaware State Auditor, House Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst issued the following statement: “Today’s sentencing of the State Auditor brings to a close an unprecedented and sad chapter in Delaware history. For […]

House Democratic Caucus Leadership Statement on Delaware Supreme Court Ruling on Voting

DOVER – In response to today’s Delaware Supreme Court decision regarding vote-by-mail and same-day registration, House Speaker Pete Schwartzkopf and House Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst issued the following joint statement: “Today’s Delaware Supreme Court decision is deeply disappointing to us and all voting rights […]

Bills Guaranteeing Coverage for Mental Health Visits, Expanding Services at Delaware Schools Signed into Law

NEWARK – A series of bills designed to collectively address mental health issues for Delaware children and adults through preventive measures such as annual wellness checks and more mental health practitioners in middle schools is now law after Governor Carney […]

House Passes Bill to Expand Mental Health Services at Delaware Schools

DOVER – The House continued its efforts to address the mental health crisis gripping the state, passing legislation Thursday that would increase the number of mental health practitioners in Delaware middle schools. Sponsored by House Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst, House […]