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Bill Seeking to Change Delaware’s Primary Election System Advances

A proposal that would fundamentally shift how Delaware conducts primary elections has cleared a House committee. Sponsored by State Rep. Mike Smith (R-Pike Creek Valley), House Bill 188 would allow unaffiliated voters to participate in primary elections. When multiple candidates […]

What’s the Status of Delaware’sZero Emission Vehicle Mandate?

About 11 months ago, Governor Matt Meyer stated that he did not support the implementation of the zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) sales mandate promulgated by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. However, the regulation remains in the state’s […]

Bills Dealing with Energy, Healthcare, and Elections Filed in Advance of Lawmakers Returning to Work

After six weeks of budget hearings, state lawmakers return to work on Tuesday.Ahead of the restart of the legislative session, lawmakers recently filed multiple new bills, including the following measures: Removing Disincentive for Tips House Bill 315 would prohibit charging […]

Governor Issues Executive Order to Streamline Permitting

Governor Matt Meyer signed an executive order on Thursday to streamline permitting regulations for certain targeted projects. “For too long, Delawareans have watched essential projects get stuck in red tape that can stretch on for years, driving up costs and […]