Delaware lawmakers stay up late to pass Bond Bill, veto override, others
The fate of a string of bills was in question until early Wednesday morning as lawmakers jockeyed over legislation they could squeeze into the final hours of the state’s 2026 legislative session.
Delaware Explained: The 2026 General Assembly
On Tuesday, the the second leg of the 153rd General Assembly convened to bring state lawmakers back to session.
Lawmakers pass bills to limit energy price hikes, regulate data centers
A trio of bills aimed at reining in rising energy costs in Delaware passed the General Assembly on Tuesday, the final day of the Legislative Session.
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State Summarized
Here’s what to know: State lawmakers are grappling with budget demands for education and health care, alongside debates on economic development, land use regulations, and housing. Those disputes also highlight the divides between state lawmakers and the Meyer administration.
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Delaware committee drafts plan to test companies run by AI
A Delaware committee that has been studying the business uses of artificial intelligence proposed legislation earlier this month to temporarily ease state regulations on companies deploying the fast-growing technology.
County Summarized
Here’s what to know: County councils are heavily engaged in regulating the burgeoning data center industry, often amidst intense debate and proposed exemptions. They’re also making crucial decisions on land development projects, public service funding, police oversight, and community engagement, leading to approvals, denials, and legal challenges from residents and developers alike.
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Kent, Sussex budgets include no tax increase, public safety focus
With the start of the 2027 fiscal year rapidly approaching on July 1, Delaware’s middle and southern counties are slated to pass annual budgets without property tax rate increases or departmental cuts.
Municipal Summarized
Here’s what to know: Local governments across Delaware are navigating intense debates around social policies, community safety, and infrastructure. Governance disputes and calls for increased accountability also frequently emerge, highlighting ongoing community tensions.
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Carney vetoes City Council housing trust proposal; Darby calls for an override
Mayor John Carney vetoed a City Council-backed proposal to create a trust fund that would pay for housing construction, homeless services, and first-time homebuyers assistance.
Federal Summarized
Here’s what to know: Federal policies profoundly impact Delaware, notably in immigration enforcement, transgender rights, and green energy production. Federal funding supports health and development, yet legal challenges regarding voter data, social welfare, and economic strain are prevalent.
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Pentagon blacklists WuXi, putting major Middletown project at risk
One of Delaware’s largest economic development projects could be in jeopardy after the Pentagon blacklisted the developer over alleged ties to the Chinese military.
