Sen. Darius Brown

Maddy summarySB 325 allocates state funds for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, covering expenses for various state government agencies and departments. The bill also establishes specific rules and limits on how these funds can be spent and updates related laws to reflect those requirements. By passing both legislative chambers and receiving the governor's signature, the act officially authorizes the release of money to support state operations for the upcoming year.

Maddy summaryThis bill provides a one-time funding allocation of $168,362,517 to the Office of Management and Budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The money is designated to support specific one-time projects managed by that office. The legislation was passed by both the Senate and the House and was signed into law by the Governor.

This Act provides supplementary appropriations to certain Grants-in-Aid recipients for Fiscal Year 2025. Section 1 – Government Units and Senior Centers $ 34,521,948 Section 2 – One-Times and Community Agencies $ 51,643,425 Section 3 – Fire Companies and Public Service Ambulance Companies $ 11,634,433 Section 4 – Veterans Organizations $ 698,220 GRAND TOTAL $ 98,498,026

Maddy summaryThis bill designates November 2024 as Gluten-Free Diet Awareness Month in Delaware to honor the importance of safe food environments for individuals with celiac disease and other gluten-related conditions. It highlights the health risks associated with untreated celiac disease, such as malnutrition and bone weakness, and acknowledges the legal protections required for schools to accommodate these dietary needs. The resolution serves as a formal recognition of the community's efforts to support those who must avoid gluten due to medical necessity or sensitivity.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates June 2024 as Black Music Appreciation Month within the state of Delaware. It serves as a formal recognition of African American musical contributions, including genres such as gospel, blues, jazz, and hip hop. The resolution does not change laws or allocate funding but simply acknowledges the historical and cultural significance of Black music in American history.

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution designates the second week of October 2024 as Obesity Care Week in Delaware. It directly affects the state's residents, healthcare providers, and policymakers by formally acknowledging obesity as a serious public health crisis. The measure highlights the need for comprehensive, unbiased care and aims to reduce stigma surrounding the condition. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic recognition to encourage focus on obesity treatment.

This House Concurrent Resolution urges the establishment of a medical school in the State of Delaware; calls for the formation of a formal Steering Group to guide the planning and implementation of a medical school; encourages the pursuit of partnerships with established medical schools and other medical education programs; and commits to supporting efforts to secure necessary funding needed to establish a medical school.

This Concurrent Resolution supports the Redding Commission for Educational Equity’s recommendations to move immediately to support Christina School District’s City of Wilmington students and to plan for the eventual withdrawal of the Christina School District from the City of Wilmington.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution that congratulates high school students and their schools for winning the 2024 Delaware High School Mock Trial Program. It specifically recognizes the Charter School of Wilmington as the top winner, along with other teams that placed in the top five and a student who won a courtroom art competition. The resolution also honors a novice team for receiving a special award that celebrates ideals like civility and fairness. This measure does not change any laws or policies; instead, it serves as an official statement of appreciation from the state legislature for the participants' achievements in the competition.

This Act creates a new charitable donation option on the Delaware income tax return. It allows taxpayers to direct a donation to the SL24: Unlocke the Light Foundation out of their state tax refund or in addition to the payment of owed tax. The Foundation works to educate the community to end the stigma, myths, and barriers surrounding mental health and to encourage productive conversations regarding mental health and wellness; provide uninsured and underinsured young people the means to get the critical and ongoing health services they need through the SL24 Mental Health Scholarship program; and provide access to trained Peer24 Team Members, Support Groups, and safe spaces like Sean’s House and Sean’s Rooms; The Act also removes the statutory limitation on the number of charitable funds that may be included on the income tax return.