News

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 […]

Lawmakers Receive Briefing on Chronic Wasting Disease in Delaware

The bipartisan Delaware Sportsmen’s Caucus received a briefing this week from a state deer biologist on chronic wasting disease (CWD). Thursday’s presentation followed last week’s disclosure by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) that Delaware’s first case […]

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. […]

Bill Seeking to Hike Business Fees Passes House in Contested Vote

A bill that will generate more than $140 million annually for the state by hiking numerous business fees cleared the House of Representatives on Thursday and heads to the Senate for consideration. Sponsored by House Democratic Leader Kerri Evelyn Harris […]