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Proposal Provides Tax Benefits for Workers Who Rely on Tip Income

Amid the ongoing debate over whether credit card processing fees should be banned on tips made to service workers, a new bill filed this week proposes tax breaks on tipped income. Sponsored by State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky (R-Long Neck, Oak […]

Regulating Caffeine is the Aim of Two Bills Introduced in the House

Two bills filed in the State House of Representatives this week would impose new restrictions and requirements on energy drinks and other caffeinated beverages. Both pieces of legislation are sponsored by State Rep. DeShanna Neal (D-Wilmington). The first, House Bill […]

Measure Seeks to Protect First Responders from Harassment, Interference

Sen. Eric Buckson (R–South Dover) and House Republican Leader Tim Dukes (R–Laurel) are sponsoring new legislation to strengthen protections for Delaware’s first responders performing their duties. The legislation makes it a Class A misdemeanor for an individual to cross a […]

Another State House Member Will Not Return

State Rep. Debra Heffernan (D-Bellefonte, Edgemoor) announced on Thursday that she will not seek reelection to her 6th District seat in northern New Castle County. Her decision will mark the end of her 16-year tenure in the House of Representatives. […]