Rep. Melanie Ross Levin

This Senate Concurrent Resolution recognizes and celebrates 125 years of service by Delaware Libraries, honors their longstanding commitment to literacy, innovation, and community engagement, and commends the dedicated librarians and advocates who support schools and communities across the State.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution designates April 11, 2026, as "National Pet Day" in the State of Delaware. The bill does not create new laws or regulations but serves as a commemorative designation to recognize pet owners and animals on that date. It affects Delaware residents by formally acknowledging the day within state records, though it does not mandate any specific actions or events. The measure was passed by both the Senate and House without requiring a formal vote in the House.

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.

Maddy summarySCR 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.

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.

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.

This Act prohibits payment card networks from establishing or charging transaction fees on tips on credit card transactions. Violations are punishable by a penalty of $1,000 per electronic transaction and the wrongful fees must be refunded.

This resolution recognizes the Easterseals/CAI Volleyball Challenge which occurred on March 7 at the University of Delaware Carpenter Sports Building, an event that raises funds for an organization providing services and support to Delawareans with disabilities and senior citizens and their families. This resolution also recognizes Ellice Biloon, the 2026 Volleyball Ambassador.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 2026 as Women's History Month in Delaware to honor the leadership and achievements of women throughout history. It is a ceremonial resolution that does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves to recognize women's contributions. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate with a voice vote in the House and a 21-0 vote in the Senate.

Maddy summarySCR 137 is a ceremonial Senate resolution recognizing and celebrating the Lunar New Year 2026, honoring the cultural significance of the holiday. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any specific groups or individuals. The resolution serves purely to acknowledge the holiday's importance through official recognition. It was introduced and passed by the Senate on January 29, 2026.