January 28, 2026 Delaware State Senate - Republican Caucus DOVER, DE — Three bipartisan pieces of legislation introduced on Wednesday and sponsored by Senator Eric Buckson (R – South Dover) would make it easier for licensed professionals to work across state lines, helping address workforce shortages while providing meaningful support for military members and their families. Senate Bills 216 , 217 , and 218 adopt interstate licensure compacts for respiratory therapists, co

January 25, 2026 by Pat Droney, Law Enforcement Today, Editorial DOVER, DE - The Trump administration has had it with sanctuary jurisdictions that refuse to give Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) a modicum of assistance with enforcing the country’s immigration laws. Now, the administration has warned sanctuary cities and states that beginning Feb. 1, the money well is going to go dry. Apparently, that has caused Delaware lawmakers to soil themselves. Just as states

January 27, 2026 Nandi Gamble, Delaware Family Policy Council House Bill 272 claims to mirror the federal FACE Act, which was enacted in 1994 under President Bill Clinton to penalize violence against abortion clinics and houses of worship. However, the FACE Act enacts civil penalties against conduct, not speech . HB 272 would criminalize any “intent to discourage” individuals entering abortion clinics, which could include actions as simple as prayer or conversation about

January 25, 2026 I agree with Governor Meyer that Delaware must move quickly to position itself for nuclear energy, including small modular reactors. Last year, I introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution 18 to establish the Delaware Nuclear Feasibility Task Force because it is clear that reliable, baseload energy must be part of our long-term energy strategy. Nuclear power offers a stable, dependable source of electricity that strengthens our energy grid, supports economic gro

January 26, 2026 by Karl Baker, Spotlight Delaware Why Should Delaware Care? Government works best when its citizens are knowledgeable and engaged. Delaware’s government has scores of commissions, working groups, agencies and legislative committees. All must hold meetings that are open to the public. Below we highlight a few of those meetings that are happening this week. House of Representatives to consider ban on private detention centers House and Senate energy committees

January 26, 2026 Gene Truono, Chairman of the Delaware Republican Party Dear Fellow Delaware Republicans, As State Chair of the Delaware Republican Party, I am deeply troubled by the recent events in Minnesota that expose the dangerous lengths to which Democrats will go to undermine federal law enforcement. Independent journalist Cam Higby infiltrated Signal group chats revealing top Democrats, including Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and former staffers from Gov. Tim Wa

January 24, 2026 by Rep. Bryan Shupe In 2021, the majority party modified the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards Act, continuing to raise unattainable green energy mandates for electric companies all the way through 2035. They also removed a key consumer protection from the law. That protection allowed for a cost cap mechanism that could freeze those mandates if or when compliance costs exceeded 1 percent of total retail electricity costs. In other words, it was a built in

January 23, 2026 by Deanna Smith Killen Last year, I wrote an opinion piece about biological boys competing on girls' sports teams. I knew the op-ed would invite strong opinions, but what I didn't expect was how many people would reach out asking how they could help. This Wednesday, the "Fairness in Girls' Sports" bill (SB 215) will be heard in the Senate Education Committee at 1:00 p.m. If you believe, like I do, that fairness is not discrimination and that girls have fough

January 23, 2026 Governor Matthew Meyer has signed a State of Emergency at 5:00 p.m. Friday, in anticipation of Winter Storm Fern. The State of Emergency will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, January 25, 2026, and will allow for the mobilization of statewide resources needed to prepare for and respond to this storm, including the activation of the Delaware National Guard. "Delawareans should always feel secure in their communities, especially during severe winter weather,

January 23, 2026 A bipartisan bill that cleared the House of Representatives earlier this week holds the promise of expanding access to eye care specialists in underserved areas of Delaware. Sponsored by State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky (R-Long Neck, Oak Orchard) , House Bill 260 seeks to make optometrists eligible for the Health Care Provider Loan Repayment Program.  The initiative offers up to $200,000 in loan forgiveness to primary care providers (e.g., Doctors of Medicine, Nu

January 22, 2026 DOVER, DE — Following Governor Matt Meyer’s State of the State address, Senate Republican Leader Gerald Hocker and Senate Republican Whip Brian Pettyjohn offered the following statements, highlighting areas of agreement while raising concerns about partisan rhetoric and policy characterizations. Statement from Senator Gerald Hocker (R-Ocean View): “I appreciate Governor Meyer’s acknowledgment that Delaware must move faster on modern nuclear energy, including

January 22, 2026 View this livestream from our Delaware House Republican Leaders in response to Governor Meyer's State of the State Address. Hear comments from Rep. Timothy Dukes , House Minority Leader, and Rep. Jeffery Spiegelman , House Minority Whip. To view the livestream, click the photo below.

January 21, 2026 Sen. Gerald Hocker Yesterday evening, Senate Democrats introduced SB 228 and SB 230 and, by around 10 p.m., rushed both bills onto today’s Senate Executive Committee agenda. Republican members of the Special Property Reassessment Committee were never consulted or given advance notice beyond being told the bills would be introduced. The business community, who is impacted by this legislation, found out roughly 45 minutes prior to the committee hearing that the

January 21, 2026 Delaware State House of Representatives, Republican Caucus State Rep. Lyndon Yearick (R–Camden, Wyoming, Woodside) is advancing a package of four bills designed to ease the financial burden on low- and moderate-income Delawareans struggling with rising costs and a slowing economy. “Working families and those seeking employment need relief,” Rep. Yearick said. “Food and energy prices continue to rise, hiring has slowed, Delaware currently has the seventh-hi

Why now? Laurel hasn’t passed a current expense referendum in 40 years—that’s two full generations. During that time, costs, expectations, and student needs have grown, but local operating funding hasn’t kept pace. Vote February 9th — for the first time in 40 years. The Laurel School District invites community members to join them for a Referendum Information Night focused on sharing clear, factual information about the upcoming referendum. District leaders will provide an ov

January 20 by Melissa Steele, Cape Gazette A bill requiring school districts to adopt cellphone policies unanimously passed the House on the Legislature’s return to session Jan. 13. Senate Bill 106 returns to the Senate with a House amendment that would require districts and charter schools to include a plan to monitor discipline data related to student cellphone-use policy violations, and require the department to help districts and charter schools develop policies if neede

January 21, 2026 Sen. Bryant Richardson On Tuesday, Jan. 13, the first day of session for 2026, my Convention of States (COS) Resolution (SCR 114) was brought before the Senate. Minority Leader Tim Dukes was the prime sponsor of SCR 114 in the House. Others on board as co-sponsors were Senator David Wilson and Representative Jeff Hilovsky. Sadly, the resolution did not make it over to the House. It was defeated in the Senate by a vote of 7 yes, 7 no and 7 not voting. Th

January 20, 2026 Gene Truono, Chair, Delaware Republican Party Dear Fellow Delaware Republicans, President Trump's resolute determination to secure Greenland stands as a defining moment of bold, America-first leadership—one that refuses to let adversaries dictate the future of the West. In a rapidly changing Arctic, where ice melt is accelerating at nearly four times the global average, Russia fortifies its military presence with nuclear-capable bases and advanced icebreakers

A bill seeking to increase public trust in Delaware elections is being held in committee.

January 18, 2026 Delaware Public Archives DELAWARE SNAPSHOT On January 17, 1893, Millsboro recorded Delaware’s lowest-ever temperature at a brain-numbing –17 degrees Fahrenheit. And our Sussex County town also is the record-holder of our state’s highest temperature. A sweltering 110 degrees Fahrenheit was recorded on July 21, 1930. And according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, those records give Millsboro a national record. Millsboro is the only place