Lawmakers launch Delaware Legislative Women’s Caucus

Delaware State News
Posted 2/2/22

DOVER — With a growing number of female legislators in the General Assembly and a continued focus on issues affecting women, lawmakers announced the formation of the Delaware Legislative Women’s Caucus on Wednesday.

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Lawmakers launch Delaware Legislative Women’s Caucus

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DOVER — With a growing number of female legislators in the General Assembly and a continued focus on issues affecting women, lawmakers announced the formation of the Delaware Legislative Women’s Caucus on Wednesday.

The bipartisan coalition of legislators — from both the Senate and the House of Representatives — will concentrate on advocating for policies that will make the state a better place for women to live, work and raise a family.

The caucus will be co-chaired by House Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst, D-Bear, and Sen. Marie Pinkney, D-Bear. Rep. Melissa Minor-Brown, D-New Castle, and Sen. Kyle Evans Gay, D-Talleyville, will serve as co-vice chairs.

“During my time in the legislature, I’ve been fortunate to work alongside so many inspiring female colleagues and activists to pass historic measures like our Equal Rights Amendment; paid parental leave for state employees and teachers; protections for women in the workplace, at home and at school; and much more. But our work is just getting started,” said Rep. Longhurst.

“This caucus is an opportunity for us to bring more Delaware women to the table, so that, together, we can work toward policy solutions that address the disparities and inequalities still present in our state.”

Women currently comprise nearly one-third of the 62-member Delaware General Assembly, with 19 female legislators. That is a near-record: The 143rd GA had 21 women serving.

During the 2022 legislative session, the caucus will be addressing public policy issues, such as gender disparities in education, health care affordability and public safety, among many other initiatives.

In addition to considering potential legislation, the group will hold regular open meetings, where members and the public will hear from legislators, outside speakers and experts.

“I’m honored to serve as the co-chair of the women’s caucus in the 151st General Assembly,” said Sen. Pinkney. “Even as our state continues to elect more women to public office, our work and our progress is far from complete. I stand ready to work with my colleagues to not only empower women but make sure women know there is a place for them in power.”

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