Laura V. Sturgeon

Delaware Senate passes Senator Darius Brown’s Clean Slate Act

DOVER – The State Senate on Thursday passed restorative justice legislation that will significantly expand second-chance opportunities for Delawareans who have paid their debt to society. Sponsored by Senator Darius Brown, Senate Bill 111 – also known as the Clean […]

Delaware Senate advances two major healthcare bills

DOVER – Senate Democrats on Tuesday advanced legislation that would make basic healthcare services more accessible and more affordable for thousands of Delawareans. Senate Bill 105 and Senate Bill 109, respectively sponsored by Sen. Marie Pinkney, D-New Castle, and Sen. […]

Delaware Senate passes legislation to expand expungement eligibility

DOVER – The State Senate on Tuesday unanimously passed legislation to expand eligibility to the adult and juvenile expungement process for thousands of Delawareans who have been convicted of low-level criminal charges by making their opportunity for a second chance […]

Delaware Senate passes bills to expand workforce training, higher education opportunities

DOVER – The State Senate on Tuesday passed legislation designed to strengthen Delaware’s workforce by helping hundreds of students and working adults obtain the skills they need for in-demand, good-paying careers in the post-pandemic economy. Senate Bill 12, sponsored by […]