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Rehoboth Beach, Del., May 18, 2026 – The 14th Representative District Democratic Committee has voted to endorse Rep. Claire Snyder-Hall, D-Rehoboth Beach, for reelection. The public support was given at its May 11 meeting, marking the group’s first endorsement of a Democratic candidate in the 2026 election.

Since her election to the General Assembly in 2024, Snyder-Hall has quickly emerged as a legislative leader and popular Democratic figure. Last year, she authored or co-sponsored more than 120 bills in areas ranging from reproductive health and marriage equality to public education and end-of-life options. She currently sits on seven House committees, including Economic Development, Health & Human Development, Natural Resources & Energy and Education.

The first woman to represent Delaware's 14th Representative District, Snyder-Hall began her career as a professor of political theory. She earned a PhD in political science from Rutgers University and, for twelve years, taught undergraduate and graduate students at George Mason University. Since moving to Delaware, she’s held positions as chair of the 14th RD Democratic Committee and executive director of Common Cause Delaware for five years.

In announcing the 14th RD’s endorsement, committee chair Mary Boggi remarked that the action will provide Snyder-Hall’s campaign with funding, publicity and grass-roots volunteers. “In her first term as our state representative, Claire demonstrated that she is an outstanding public servant who gets things done for our community,” says Boggi.

“Now she deserves our efforts to help her continue as a conscientious legislator and Democratic leader. We’re lucky to have her representing us in Dover.”

In accepting the endorsement, Snyder-Hall stated, “I am honored to have the endorsement of the 14th Representative District Democrats. Without the backing of what is one of the strongest Democratic committees in Delaware, I would not have been successful in winning my seat in 2024. Today I hope to continue serving the residents of Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach and southern Lewes.”

For further information, go to 14thRDDelDems.com.

County Council Candidates to Address 14th RD Democrats May 11

The next meeting of the 14th Representative District Democratic Committee will feature County Councilwoman Jane Gruenebaum (District 3) and two candidates for Council seats: Justine Cuccia (District 4) and Jill Hicks (District 5). 

The May 11 program will begin at 5 p.m. with a Dutch treat dinner, followed by remarks from the guest speakers at 6:00, and committee business at 6:30. All registered Democrats are welcome to participate in 14th RD meetings, with the location of the event provided to those 

RSVP by Sunday, May 10th, if you plan to attend (for dinner/beverages or the speakers/business meeting only). 

The program is part of the committee’s meet-the-candidates series showcasing state and local candidates in the 2026 election. Gruenebaum, who won election to the Council in 2024 on a platform resisting overdevelopment, will discuss recent land-use decisions and the need to add Council members who support smart-growth and protecting the environment.

Hicks, a former teacher and executive with Wawa, co-founded the Sussex Preservation Coalition with Gruenebaum and led the group until recently announcing her candidacy. During the last year, she’s served on the 10-member Sussex County Land-Use Reform Working Group to develop recommendations to limit and improve development. This marks the Democrat’s first run for public office.

Cuccia is a native New Yorker who moved to Bethany Beach in 2016. A former lawyer, teacher and community activist, she’s running for County Council because of what she sees as a housing boom that’s created clogged roads, a shortage of doctors and overcrowded schools. In recent years, she’s experienced those problems first-hand while working as a substitute teacher in the Indian River School District. The longtime Democrat has also helped organize three No Kings rallies in Bethany Beach.

All registered Democrats are welcome to participate in 14th RD meetings, with the location of this event provided to those who send an RSVP by 

The 14th RD Democratic Committee represents residents of Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach and southern Lewes. For further information, go to: 14thRDDelDems.com.