On a party-line vote, the House of Representatives on Tuesday passed House Bill 348, a measure that would make changes to a program that uses ratepayer dollars to lower the cost of electric vehicles. House Republicans opposed the proposal. House Republican Caucus Director of Policy & Communications Joe Fulgham explains why. View video here.
So Here’s the Thing…on Changing Delaware’s EV Rebate Program
May
15,
2026
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Oct
17
2026
Local Government Authority Diminished by the 153rd General Assembly
October
17,
2026
House Republicans Largely Opposed Laws that Intruded on the Jurisdictions of Municipal and County Governments A review of the 153rd General Assembly, which ends in a little over two weeks, reveals at least five instances in which state lawmakers stripped […]
Oct
17
2026
Delaware Schools Need to Embrace the Advantages of New Technologies
October
17,
2026
BY State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky I recently traveled to New Jersey to meet with Rowan University Chancellor Dr. Tony Lowman and the Dreamscape Learn Team. Dreamscape Learn is an Extended Reality (Virtual Reality) experience that builds interest, sparks curiosity, increases […]
Oct
17
2026
Woodland Ferry Under Threat
October
17,
2026
The Woodland Ferry, which carries vehicles and passengers across 460 feet of the Nanticoke River southwest of Seaford, dates back to Colonial times, but a state task force is considering options that could threaten its future viability. Established by Executive […]
Oct
3
2026
Will Controversial Affordable Housing Bill Actually Achieve its Goals?
October
3,
2026
Earlier this week, Governor Matt Meyer ceremonially signed Senate Substitute 2 for Senate Bill 23, disputed legislation that passed both chambers of the General Assembly on a contested vote. The event was staged to highlight the measure, which had been […]
Mar
16
2026
Bill Passes House to Allow Young Adults to Serve Beverages They Can’t Legally Consume the
On a split vote, a bill cleared the House of Representatives on Thursday that would allow adults too young to drink alcoholic beverages to be able to mix and serve them. House Bill 195 would lower the age at which […]
Mar
14
2026
Measure Would Establish New Crime and Penalties for Prohibited Activities at Abortion Clinics, Places of Worship
By a margin of nearly 2 to 1, a controversial measure that would create the new crime of “interference with reproductive health services or exercise of religion” has cleared the House of Representatives and now heads to the Senate for […]
Oct
17
2026
Local Government Authority Diminished by the 153rd General Assembly
House Republicans Largely Opposed Laws that Intruded on the Jurisdictions of Municipal and County Governments A review of the 153rd General Assembly, which ends in a little over two weeks, reveals at least five instances in which state lawmakers stripped […]
Oct
2
2026
Controversial Law to Provide Free Drug Paraphernalia to Addicts Signed Into Law
Governor Meyer Issues an Executive Order to Implement the Law, Addressing Earlier Concerns Raised by House Republicans Gov. Matt Meyer signed into law this week legislation to provide free supplies to facilitate the use of illicit drugs by people suffering […]
Oct
2
2026
New Tax Credit Should Encourage More Media Production in The First State
Governor Matt Meyer ceremonially signed legislation on Wednesday establishing Delaware’s first entertainment production tax credit. House Bill 364 (as amended) created the new benefit to encourage media production activity in the First State. “I’m excited about the new opportunities it […]
Sep
25
2026
Confusion Over Solicitation and Political Canvassing Creates Friction, Conflict
With less than six weeks remaining until Election Day, political candidates and their supporters throughout Delaware are actively campaigning, leading to more complaints and confrontations over confusion between solicitation and canvassing. Decades of case law have established Americans’ right to […]
Aug
21
2026
State Rep. Mike Smith Urges Governor Meyer to Opt Delaware into Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2026For More Information, Contact: Stephanie Becker (Stephanie.Becker@delaware.gov) or 302-744-4294 DOVER, DE – State Representative Mike Smith officially called on Governor Matt Meyer this week to secure Delaware’s participation in the federal scholarship tax credit program. […]
Jun
17
2026
New Law Expands Hunting Opportunities in Delaware
The Statute Also Broadens Ammunition Allowed for Deer Hunting For Immediate Release: June 17, 2026 For More Information: Joseph Fulgham, 302-744-4184 A bill recently signed into law by Gov. Matt Meyer expands hunting in the First State by removing restrictions […]
May
12
2026
Rep. Hensley announces he will not seek re-election at the end of this term
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: State Rep. Kevin Hensley, 302-744-4171 State Rep. Kevin Hensley (R-Odessa), first elected to the Delaware House of Representatives in 2014, today announced that he will not be seeking another term in November. Citing recent health challenges, Rep. […]
May
8
2026
State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky Not Seeking Reelection
For Immediate Release: Thursday, May 7, 2026For More Information: Joseph Fulgham, 302-744-4184 State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky (R-Long Neck, Oak Orchard) announced today that he will not seek reelection this fall. The two-term legislator said his decision was mainly motivated by […]
Oct
17
2026
Delaware Schools Need to Embrace the Advantages of New Technologies
BY State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky I recently traveled to New Jersey to meet with Rowan University Chancellor Dr. Tony Lowman and the Dreamscape Learn Team. Dreamscape Learn is an Extended Reality (Virtual Reality) experience that builds interest, sparks curiosity, increases […]
Oct
3
2026
Will Controversial Affordable Housing Bill Actually Achieve its Goals?
Earlier this week, Governor Matt Meyer ceremonially signed Senate Substitute 2 for Senate Bill 23, disputed legislation that passed both chambers of the General Assembly on a contested vote. The event was staged to highlight the measure, which had been […]
Oct
3
2026
— ZOMBIES IN THE HALL —
A Continuing Opinion Feature Looking at Bills That Died in the 153rd General Assembly…But May Rise Again Bill Making Schools Significantly More Expensive to Build and Renovate Likely to Return On the last night of this year’s legislative session, Delawareans […]
Oct
2
2026
Governor Vetoes Reform Bill, Choosing to Retain Unlimited Power Over Citizens
By Joseph FulghamDirector of Policy & CommunicationsDelaware House of RepresentativesRepublican Caucus Earlier this week, Governor Matt Meyer rejected a bipartisan effort to reform Delaware law and add a check on the unlimited power his office wields during a State of […]
Oct
17
2026
Woodland Ferry Under Threat
The Woodland Ferry, which carries vehicles and passengers across 460 feet of the Nanticoke River southwest of Seaford, dates back to Colonial times, but a state task force is considering options that could threaten its future viability. Established by Executive […]
Sep
11
2026
Bill Prompted by Brutal Crime Signed Into Law
A violent assault and abduction of an elderly Seaford woman prompted legislation that was signed into law Wednesday morning during a ceremony in Gov. Matt Meyer’s Legislative Hall office. State Sens. Stephanie Hansen (D-Middletown) & Bryant Richardson (R-Seaford) and State […]
Sep
11
2026
State Legislators Actively Support Delaware’s Military Veterans and Service Personnel
State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky (R-Long Neck, Oak Orchard) joined other lawmakers and members of the veteran community at the Air Mobility Command Museum in Dover earlier this week to celebrate a recently enacted tax benefit for veteran pensioners. Sponsored by […]
Jul
31
2026
Three Delaware Farm Families Recognized for Incredible Agricultural Legacy
At the Delaware State Fair yesterday, Governor Matt Meyer and Agriculture Secretary Don Clifton honored three farms as “America 250 Farms,” recognizing the families operating them for surpassing 250 years of continual ownership and operation. The new honor is tied […]
