Bethany Hall-Long in 2020s gubernatorial press release


On Abortion: Attacks on reproductive justice are a threat to all of us

As a mom and nurse who worked as a childbirth educator and perinatal grief counselor, this issue is personal, Lt. Governor Hall-Long shared in her video message. "So as a nurse, and as a mom, today I join millions of women across the country in declaring that abortion care is healthcare. And that attacks on reproductive justice are not just a threat on women, they are a threat to all of us," said Lt. Governor Hall-Long, Ph.D., R.N.
Source: Lt. Governor press release on 2024 Delaware Governor race Jun 23, 2023

On Abortion: Abortion care is healthcare; issue is personal

As a mom and nurse who worked as a childbirth educator and perinatal grief counselor, this issue is personal, Lt. Governor Hall-Long shared in her video message. "So as a nurse, and as a mom, today I join millions of women across the country in declaring that abortion care is healthcare. And that attacks on reproductive justice are not just a threat on women, they are a threat to all of us," said Lt. Governor Hall-Long, Ph.D., R.N., in her video message.
Source: Del. Lt. Governor press release 2023: "Dobbs" Jun 23, 2023

On Education: Committed to long-term success of early childhood education

As Lt. Governor Hall-Long noted in the final report's Message from the Chair, "investing in Delaware's youngest learners is one of our most important tasks as leaders to uplift not only the educational outcomes, but the overall wellbeing of our communities and economy… I am committed to the long-term success of the State's prenatal to age five early childhood system, the critical 1,825 days.
Source: Del. Lt. Governor press release 2023: "Early Ed." Oct 19, 2023

On Energy & Oil: Reducing greenhouse gas will put us on a sustainable path

[On clean energy]: "It is our collective responsibility to do all that we can to minimize the disastrous impact of climate change on our public's health and economy, so that our children and future generations have access to safe water, clean air, and clean energy. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and the impact of rising sea levels will put Delaware on a sustainable path to create an eco-friendly future that preserves the health and natural beauty of our great state," said Lt. Gov. Hall-Long.
Source: Del. Governor press release 2023: "Climate Change" Nov 4, 2021

On Health Care: Access to healthcare shouldn't be determined by zip code

As Lt. Governor, Bethany led the effort to create the Behavioral Health Consortium to address the opioid epidemic, substance use disorder, and mental health challenges facing Delawareans. She believes that no one's access to healthcare should be determined by their zip code. Her efforts have helped bring substantive and effective change in stemming the opioid crisis and creating a behavioral health system that works for everyone in Delaware.
Source: Del. Lt. Governor press release 2023: "Biography" Oct 19, 2023

On Homeland Security: Launched suicide prevention program targeting veterans

[On veterans]: "While we've taken steps to address suicide prevention, there are still far too many Delawareans reluctant to seek help and share their experiences. Our military members are especially at risk with veterans and service members 4 times more likely to die by suicide than civilian counterparts," said Hall-Long. "Asking the question regarding service is just the entry point; this initiative is about ensuring veterans and service members are connected to the resources they've earned."
Source: Del. Lt. Governor press release 2023: "Veteran Suicide" Oct 5, 2023

On Tax Reform: Increasing the standard deduction and EITC is common sense

[On tax relief]: "The middle class is the backbone of our economy. Increasing the standard deduction and EITC is common sense policy. I'm proud to support HB 89, " said Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long. "This legislation would help ease the tax burden on many hard-working families in Delaware. Thank you to Governor Carney [and the legislature] for their leadership on this issue. It is an important step in making Delaware an even better place to live and work."
Source: Del. Lt. Governor press release 2023: "Tax Relief" Mar 20, 2023

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