Delaware Bills

passed both · Delaware · House Mar 12, 2026

HCR 91: RECOGNIZING FEBRUARY 5, 2026, AS NATIONAL GIRLS & WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This Resolution recognizes February 5, 2026, as “National Girls & Women in Sports Day” in the State of Delaware, to celebrate the achievements of girls and women in sports and raise awareness and support for upholding Title IX protections for future generations of athletes.

Ed Osienski (D) Frank Cooke (D) Mara Gorman (D) Dave Sokola (D) Bill Carson (D)

in committee · Delaware · Senate Mar 12, 2026

SB 241: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 29 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENTS.

This Act requires that a contract advertised after September 30, 2026, relating to a public works project (project) with an aggregate cost of $5 million or more must include a project labor agreement with the Delaware Building and Construction Trades Council unless the project receives federal funding, the project is for highway construction, or there was only 1 bid for the craft under the contract. A project labor agreement is a type of collective bargaining agreement in the construction industry that is generally negotiated before construction begins. Project labor agreements are intended to provide a legally binding and enforceable contract primarily related to labor conditions and labor-management relations.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

signed · Delaware · Senate Mar 12, 2026

SB 230: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 9 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO SUBPOENA POWER.

This Act is a substitute bill for Senate Bill No. 230 and differs from Senate Bill No. 230 by removing the language related to Section 284 of the Delaware General Corporation Law. This Act defines, for purposes of this section, “county authority” as the Chief Financial Officer of the Office of Finance, the Director of the Department of Finance of Kent County, and the Finance Director of Sussex County. This Act expressly authorizes the county authority to compel the production of testimony and documentary evidence whenever a county relies upon, or defends its reliance upon, the income approach or cost comparison approaches to assess the fair market value of real property. This Act permits the enforcement of subpoenas by order of the Superior Court and permits use of the court’s contempt powers.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Mar 12, 2026

SCR 141: DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2026 AS “TURNER SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

SCR 141 is a symbolic resolution designating February 2026 as "Turner Syndrome Awareness Month" in Delaware. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the need for greater public awareness about Turner Syndrome, a genetic condition affecting individuals assigned female at birth. The resolution directly affects Delaware residents, particularly those living with Turner Syndrome and their families, by encouraging community education and support initiatives during that month. This procedural resolution was introduced and passed unanimously by the Delaware Senate on January 29, 2026.

signed · Delaware · Senate Mar 12, 2026

SB 106: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 14 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO CELL PHONE USE IN SCHOOL.

This Act requires each school district and charter school to adopt a policy, with educator input, about cell phone use by students during school hours. Each policy must contain: (1) Clear guidelines about what constitutes acceptable cell phone use at school. (2) A requirement that limits cell phone use during instructional time. (3) The designation of times and places during which students may use their cell phones at school. (4) Guidelines that encourage communication between the schools, parents or guardians, and students about the cell phone use policy. (5) A system of appropriate consequences for violations of the cell phone use policy. (6) Exceptions that address, and are applicable to, emergency situations and medical or educational accommodations. Each school district and charter school shall provide the Department with its policy. Each school district and charter school shall post its policy on its website by August 1, 2025. School districts and charter schools are free to amend their cell phone use policies as needed. If a school district or charter school adopts an amended cell phone use policy, it must be provided to the Department and posted on that school district or charter school’s website.

Topics ✗ Technology

passed both · Delaware · House Mar 12, 2026

HB 222: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 3 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT.

This Act updates the fine structure for violations of the State Nutrient Management Program. Under this Act, the Commission may impose a fine of not less than $125 nor more than $5,000 for each violation. The current fine may be not less than $25 nor more than $1,000 for each violation.

failed · Delaware · House Mar 12, 2026

HB 73: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 14 AND 29 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE SENIOR PROPERTY TAX CREDIT.

HB 73 increases Delaware's maximum annual property tax credit for seniors from $500 to $1,000. This change directly benefits eligible Delaware seniors who pay property taxes by allowing them to receive up to $1,000 in tax relief each year. The bill amends specific sections of Delaware Code (Titles 14 and 29) to adjust the credit cap without altering eligibility requirements. This policy change provides greater financial relief for seniors with property tax burdens.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · Delaware · House Mar 11, 2026

HB 65: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 15 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO PRIMARY ELECTIONS.

This Act moves the date of primary elections for statewide office, county office, and municipal office to the fourth Tuesday in April, which is the date of the presidential primary (in presidential election years). The dates for submitting and withdrawing notification of candidacy have been adjusted accordingly, as have the dates for notice of filing fees and background checks. Section 4 changes the “closed” period in which a voter is not allowed to change his or her political affiliation to match the 60-day limit in 15 Del. C. § 3189 for presidential primaries. This Act is applicable to all primary elections after December 31, 2026.

in committee · Delaware · Senate Mar 11, 2026

SB 205: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 26 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION AND CERTIFICATES TO OPERATE.

This Act requires any person or entity seeking to begin the business of using 30 megawatts (MW) of electricity or greater to first obtain a Certificate to Operate (“COP”) from the Public Service Commission. The Act also provides that any person or entity seeking to change an existing facility, that will increase the usage to 30MW or greater, triggers the provisions of this Act and must obtain a Certificate to Operate from the Public Service Commission. Section 203G(a) provides that Section 203G does not apply to public utilities engaged in business in their service territories. Under Section 203G(c), the Commission must act upon a COP application within 90 days of submission of a completed application. For good cause shown, and if the Commission finds that the public interest would be served, the Commission may extend the date of its action on a COP application for an additional period not to exceed 90 days. Section 203G(d) lists the factors that the Commission must consider in determining whether to grant a COP, which include the impact of granting the COP on the State’s economy, the impacts to the State’s ratepayers, and whether the application is consistent with the achievement of the State’s greenhouse gas emissions reductions targets, as specified in § 10003 of Title 7. Section 203G(e) sets forth the circumstances under which the Commission may, for good cause, undertake to suspend or revoke a COP. Section 203G(f) provides that Commission proceedings under the section involving a COP shall be conducted in accordance with subchapter III, Chapter 101 of Title 29. Sections 203G(g) and (f) make provision for the State Energy Office and local governments with land use jurisdiction over the development plan to intervene in the Public Service Commission proceedings. Section 203G(i) requires the written approval of the Commission to transfer a COP. Section 203G(j) provides that the Commission shall have the authority to promulgate regulations to fully define the requirements necessary for the implementation of section 203G.

in committee · Delaware · House Mar 11, 2026

HB 237: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 30 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE DELAWARE ENTERTAINMENT JOB ACT.

The Delaware Entertainment Job Act is intended to encourage jobs creation, artistic endeavors and investment in the film, television, esports and videogame industry in the State of Delaware, and the attendant benefits for the economy and job growth. Delaware is one of the only states in the Mid-Atlantic and country without some form of tax credit at a time when production of original content for streaming and at theaters is at an all-time high. Thirty-three states have some sort of production incentive. This legislation will provide for a thirty-percent, transferable tax credit for an investment in the state in a film, television, esports or videogame production. All qualified productions will be required to have an audit of their expenditures following the completion of production in the state before any credits will be awarded. Further, all qualified productions will be required to provide training through an internship program so that citizens may be able to gain a valuable trade. The credits will be administered by the Delaware Film, Television, and Digital Entertainment Office in cooperation with Department of Finance.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed both · Delaware · House Mar 10, 2026

HCR 87: RECOGNIZING THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 15TH THROUGH 21ST, 2026, AS GRAIN BIN SAFETY WEEK.

This bill designates the week of February 15th through 21st, 2026, as "Grain Bin Safety Week" to raise awareness about safety practices in grain storage facilities. It directly affects agricultural workers, farm owners, and safety officials who operate or manage grain bins. The measure is a ceremonial recognition that promotes public education on grain bin hazards without changing laws or regulations.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

passed both · Delaware · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SCR 134: RECOGNIZING THE THETA ZETA ZETA CHAPTER OF ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INCORPORATED FOR ITS OUTSTANDING COMMITMENT AND SERVICE TO THE DOVER COMMUNITY.

This resolution recognizes and commends the Theta Zeta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated for its years of exemplary service to the Dover community, with a focus on educational equity, health advocacy, civic engagement, and empowering women and children. The Chapter’s work reflects the sorority’s historic legacy of scholarship, service, sisterhood, and finer womanhood.

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