Hilovsky Bill Seeking to Reduce the Incidence of Diabetes Clears a Hurdle

March 23, 2026

A bill that may hold the promise of improving public health and reducing healthcare costs in Delaware was released by the House Health & Human Development Committee last week.

Sponsored by retired medical professional State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky (R-Long Neck, Oak Orchard), House Bill 305 would provide a framework for a three-year observational study to reduce the incidence of Type 2 diabetes.

Rep. Hilovsky said the study would follow a small, representative group of diabetic patients as they progress through a new, intensive approach to reverse the progression of the disease. "We need to change standard healthcare from our current reactive 'sick care' to proactive 'well care,'" he said.

The pilot program will incorporate technology, regular testing, professional management, and incentives to improve outcomes. The initiative will be federally funded through the Federal Rural Health Transformation Program.

Rep. Hilovsky said that diabetes and related conditions account for a significant share of the state's healthcare expenses. If the new protocol even modestly reduces diabetes, it could save taxpayers tens of millions of dollars annually.

The bill is now on the Ready List and is eligible for consideration by the House of Representatives.