Campaign contribution limits have not been changed since 1991. Since then, the cost of a 1st class stamp has increased from 29 cents to 58 cents today. Since 1991, the Consumer Price Index has risen by at least 90 percent. The Act authorizes the Commissioner of Elections, as of January 1 after each general election, to adjust and set new election campaign contribution limits for statewide and non-statewide elections based upon the change to the Consumer Price Index that occurs since the most recent adjustment to these contribution limits.
House Bill 473
Legislative Highlights
Senate Bill 292
From the 153rd General Assembly, SB 292, also known as “The Grace Peterson Act”, require the operators of halfway houses and similar housing landlords to assist tenants in developing a discharge plan before evicting them. The plan must include an […]
House Bill 90 - House Amendment 1
From the 153rd General Assembly, this Act, as amended, updates the governance of the Sussex County Vocational-Technical High School District by removing outdated statutory restrictions. Originally, the bill proposed changes to both enrollment and tax provisions. However, House Amendment 1 […]
House Bill 160
From the 153rd General Assembly, House Bill 160 amends Title 14 to modernize Delaware’s tuition assistance program for National Guard service members by shifting from a reimbursement model to direct payment. This change removes financial barriers and improves access to […]
Senate Bill 232 with House Amendment 1
From the 153rd General Assembly, SB 232, as amended by HA 1, increases for the crime of criminal mischief to a class F felony when the person intentionally causes damage to an authorized emergency vehicle resulting in a pecuniary loss […]