February 6, 2026 Sen. Brian Pettyjohn, Senate Republican Whip Delaware is facing an energy reliability and affordability challenge, and that's why I joined Representative Kevin Hensley in sponsoring HB 186 , bipartisan legislation that would encourage the construction of high-efficiency, in-state power generation that can come online in the near future. Modern combined-cycle natural gas facilities are proven, reliable, and can be built and operational years faster than tech

February 6, 2026 Gene Truono, Chairman, Republican Party of Delaware We are reaching out today with a critical message about the future of our democracy. In a time when trust in our elections is more fragile than ever, we have a clear path forward to restore integrity and ensure every vote counts: the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. This vital legislation, passed by the U.S. House in April 2025 and now awaiting Senate action, requires simple proof of U.S. c

February 4, 2026 Senator Bryant Richardson A hearing on Senate Bill 215, the Fairness in Girls’ Sports Act, was held Wednesday, Jan. 28. I will be writing about what took place for the next two or three weeks. There is a lot to cover. This week I will be sharing profiles of the well-qualified witnesses who spoke in favor of the bill. I will also be sharing the subtle threat that came from someone who signed up to speak on line against the bill and against me. A poll

January 6, 2026 Delaware Senate Republicans For many Delaware families and small businesses, energy costs have gone from a line item in the monthly budget to a genuine financial strain. Over the past several weeks especially, our offices have been contacted by constituents, particularly Delmarva Power & Light customers, sharing photos of electric bills sometimes exceeding $1,000. In most cases, those bills are well over double or triple what they typically pay. We saw this in

February 5, 2026 Senator Eric Buckson DOVER, DE — Senator Eric Buckson (R - South Dover) is leading a statewide discussion on how Delaware measures high school success, calling for a reassessment of the SAT’s role as the primary measure of school performance and student proficiency. A former public educator and coach with Polytech High School for 30 years, Senator Buckson has long raised concerns about using a college admissions exam to evaluate how well schools are educatin

February 5, 2026 Karen Hartley-Nagle Former New Castle County Council President (2016-2024) BREAKING : Delaware Just Became the Worst State in America for Business. And Governor Matt Meyer Did It on Purpose. 68 years to build a reputation. 60 days to destroy it. $410 million extracted from businesses. Zero problems solved. Let me tell you a story about a promise broken. For 68 years, Delaware made a deal with American business: incorporate here, and we will treat you fairly.

February 4, 2026 Delaware Public Media | By Tom Byrne Delaware’s Department of National Resources and Environmental Control has deemed Project Washington - the six-million-square foot project planned near Delaware City - prohibited under Delaware’s the Coastal Zone Act, which governs large industrial construction along the Delaware coast. The massive data center proposal in New Castle County is dealt a significant blow. Delaware’s Department of National Resources and Environm

February 3, 2026 Shannon Tiberi Directly from Tuesday's Joint Finance Committee. -9.7% - Corporate Income Tax (DExit) 2% - Realty Transfer Tax (High foreclosure/low sales) T he highest growth other than dividends and interest? The revenue our State collects from your paycheck. Meanwhile we draw our attention to the line graph demonstrating in the clearest view how the last three years have been anything but responsible budgets as our spending outpaced our revenue. This is why

Nuclear Energy Feasibility Task Force of the Delaware General Assembly will meet on Monday, February 9, from 9-12 in hybrid format. You can join the hearing by zoom. They will be in the House Hearing Room in Legislative Hall. Those joining via zoom can register here. Panelists joining via Zoom will have their own link sent automatically. The agenda and supplemental documents are attached. The documents can also be found on the Task Force webpage and in our google drive

January 31, 2026 Rep. Bryan Shupe Why House Resolution 22 Matters for Transparency in Delaware Click the photo to view the video. As many of you know, I introduced House Resolution 22 with my co sponsor, Representative Valerie Jones Giltner. The purpose is simple but important: any report that the General Assembly requests should be presented publicly in a committee hearing, recorded, and accessible to lawmakers, the public, and the press. Even though HR 22 has not yet been h

January 30 news.delaware.gov WILMINGTON— Governor Matt Meyer today signed an Executive Order certifying the 2025 update to the Delaware Strategies for State Policies and Spending, a comprehensive plan that frames the State’s investments in transportation infrastructure, economic development, and preservation of open space and agricultural lands. Driven by planned agency projects and local government land-use decisions, the updated Strategies reflect the State’s renewed appro

January 30, 2026 Sen. Dave Wilson, Delaware Republican Senate I introduced Senate Bill 212 (SB 212) , bipartisan legislation to begin the process of amending the Delaware Constitution to recognize the right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife. Delaware has a long and proud outdoor heritage. For generations, hunting, fishing, and harvesting have played a critical role in wildlife conservation, land stewardship, and maintaining balanced ecosystems. Twenty four states alread

President Trump's Bold Move to Restore the American Dream for Delaware's Children January 30, 2026 Gene Truono, Chairman of the Delaware Republican Party Our younger generations are facing a stark reality: the classic American Dream—solid education, homeownership, and a stable family—feels increasingly out of reach. Home prices have soared to record levels. Mortgage rates near 7% have made buying a first home nearly impossible for many young families. Everyday costs—grocerie

January 30, 2026 Delaware Senate Republicans This past week in Dover was shorter than planned but still eventful, with major policy discussions unfolding despite winter weather disruptions. Session Canceled Due to Winter Weather The General Assembly did not convene on Tuesday as a result of the weekend snowstorm, lingering ice on roadways, and dangerously cold temperatures. With public safety and travel conditions in mind, legislative business resumed later in the week. Hocke

January 30, 2026 Caesar Rodney Institute As we close the first month of 2026, the Delaware General Assembly is back in session and major policy decisions are already moving in Dover. This month’s Rodney Report introduces Bills to Watch , a new section tracking key proposals we are monitoring in Dover. You’ll also find an offshore wind update and a new piece on cursive writing and why it still matters. Thank you for reading and supporting our work. Sincerely, The CRI Tea

January 30, 2026 Sen. Bryant Richardson The first meeting of the Delaware Family Strength Caucus was scheduled for Tuesday in the Senate Hearing Room. The purpose of the meeting was to start a discussion on strengthening Delaware families. Session was cancelled for Tuesday, so the Delaware Family Strength Caucus has been postponed. On Wednesday of this week a hearing is being held on Senate Bill 215, the Fairness in Girls’ Sports Act. Since this column was written on

January 29, 2026 by Tim Carlin, Spotlight Delaware Why Should Delaware Care? In a surprise move on Wednesday, the State Senate voted to override Gov. Matt Meyer’s two vetoes issued on bills last year. The move underscored longstanding tensions between Delaware’s governor and lawmakers within his own party, and sparked outcry from Republican lawmakers about process and local control. Longstanding tensions between Delaware’s governor and lawmakers within his own party revealed

January 27, 2026 Republican Senator Eric Buckson, Kent County Governor Meyer, Majority Party, Delmarva Power, possible options? Lets lower rates Listen to Sen. Buckson's message by clicking the photo. This reel is posted on Sen. Buckson's facebook page.

January 28, 2026 Delaware Senate - Republican Caucus DOVER — Senate Republican Leader Gerald Hocker (R – Ocean View) today introduced Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 64 , an updated version of legislation first proposed last year, to clarify that certain revenue generated through the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) is returned directly to all Delaware electric customers. “Energy costs are too high, and Delaware families are feeling it every single month when th

January 28, 2026 Delaware House of Representatives - Republican Caucus A bill introduced in the Delaware General Assembly this week seeks to break new ground in the Right-to-Repair movement. The Delaware Marine Equipment Right to Repair Act (House Bill 279) is sponsored by State Rep. Rich Collins (R-Millsboro) and State Sen. Russell Huxtable (D-Harbeson, Lewes, Dewey Beach) . The bipartisan legislation would require the makers of boats, engines, and any specialized machi