Tag: state budget

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 […]

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 […]