Tag: state budget

Bill Seeking to Raise $150 Million by Hiking Business Fees Advances

A bill to increase a host of fees imposed on businesses incorporated in Delaware, collectively raising more than $150 million in new annual income for the state, cleared the House Administration Committee this week. Sponsored by House Democratic Leader Kerri […]

Latest DEFAC Estimates Released

December 15, 2025 Preface: At its meeting today, the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council (DEFAC) issued its latest state revenue estimate for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins July 1st. According to the non-partisan group, the amount of money […]

Controversial Tax Bill Signed by Governor Minutes After Clearing the Legislature

Governor Matt Meyer signed House Bill 255 (as amended) on Wednesday, shortly after the Senate approved the measure in a contested vote. The House of Representatives had approved the bill on a split vote last week. At issue was the […]

Delaware’s Got an Addiction Problem, and It’s Not What You Think

By State Rep. Danny Short The State of Delaware has a monkey on its back, and I have a front row seat to watch the troubling signs of withdrawal as it risks not getting its fix. I’m a member of […]