News Releases

28 organizations awarded Delaware Grocery Initiative grants to combat food insecurity

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 27, 2026Contact: Joe Edelen (302) 743-7013 DOVER – Today, Senator Darius Brown and Representative Nnamdi Chukwuocha announced that 28 organizations, Delaware farmers, and grocery and market retailers have been awarded Delaware Grocery Initiative grants during the Spring 2026 cycle, […]

Senator Brown Legislation Spurs Economic Growth

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 21, 2026Contact: Sarah Fulton (302) 401-1114 DOVER — As part of the ongoing efforts to modernize the laws governing Delaware’s financial sector and attract businesses to the First State, Senator Darius Brown advanced legislation on Wednesday updating the […]

Sen. Poore Expands Coverage for Menopause and Perimenopause Care 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 20, 2026Contact: Jenna Greenlee (302) 307-2602 DOVER — Legislation introduced by Sen. Nicole Poore and Rep. Kamela Smith seeks to expand access for comprehensive menopause and perimenopause care across the state.  Senate Bill 319 recognizes menopause as a common health […]

Senate passes The Grace Peterson Act, strengthening landlord-tenant eviction procedures

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 19, 2026Contact: Joe Edelen (302) 743-7013 DOVER – To close existing loopholes in Delaware’s Residential Landlord-Tenant Code, the state Senate on Tuesday unanimously passed Senate Bill 292, sponsored by Senator Stephanie Hansen, which ensures there is a […]