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Compromise Reached on Controversial Gun Bill as Session Draws to a Close

The House of Representatives on Thursday evening approved an amended version of a closely contested bill regulating firearms dealers, with supporters and opponents alike describing the measure as an imperfect but meaningful compromise. Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 300 […]

Safeguarding the Public by Checking Unlimited Gubernatorial Power

A measure that seeks to create a legislative check on a governor’s unfettered authority to declare and maintain a State of Emergency has passed the House of Representatives unanimously. At present, a governor can declare a State of Emergency in […]

Bill Seeking to Reduce the Scourge of Diabetes Clears the House

A bipartisan bill that promises to improve public health and reduce healthcare costs in Delaware was approved by the House this week, 39-0. Sponsored by retired medical professional State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky (R-Long Neck, Oak Orchard), House Bill 305 provides […]

New Law Expands Hunting Opportunities

The Statute Also Broadens Ammunition Allowed for Deer Hunting A bill recently signed into law by Gov. Matt Meyer expands hunting in the First State by removing restrictions that had limited the activity on Sundays. The new law, which takes […]