Legislation Update… Time for Action!

Why is Permit to Purchase Counterproductive? Let’s Combat with Data on its Merits!

April 30th, 2023

IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT EVERYONE WHO OPPOSES SB2 CONTACT THEIR STATE LEGISLATORS TODAY! May 2nd the Bill will be heard on the floor of the Senate!! Flood them with communications opposing SB2. Not sure who your legislators are? Click here: https://legis.delaware.gov/FindMyLegislator?search= #Standandfight The average female head of household income (with children) in Delaware is about $30,000. […]

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Public Hearing is over but written comments are still accepted: Low Emission Vehicle Program

April 28th, 2023

Low Emission Vehicle Program DNREC Division of Air Quality will continue accepting public comments regarding Delaware’s Low Emission Vehicle Program. The Department will accept public comment through the close of business on May 26, 2023. Comments will be accepted in written form via email to DNRECHearingComments@delaware.gov, using the ONLINE FORM, or by U.S. mail to […]

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Transparency Necessary to Improve Public Education

April 28th, 2023

    Thank you Delaware State News for discussing my efforts to bring more transparency to school data and help create local strategic plans for the 24 single-digit proficiency schools in Delaware.   The first bill would create a “one-stop shop” on the Department of Education website consisting of educational profiles for each Delaware public […]

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Ep. 16 – John Hunn and Senate Resolution 12 – The Second Floor | Podcast on Spotify

April 28th, 2023

La Mar Gunn is a Dover area businessman, financial advisor and community organizer. He and Senator Buckson join The Second Floor to discuss Senate Resolution 12, which requests the President of the United States pardon John Hunn of crimes for his work on the Underground Railroad. Check out the episode on your favorite podcast app! […]

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Bill requiring permits to buy handguns clears first hurdle:

April 28th, 2023

Women’s Defense Coalition YESTERDAY’S SHENANNIGANS for SB 2 were UNACCEPTABLE.  Yes, they did bus in about 50 Mom’s Demand Action Members. It was complete optics and don’t let them fool you. They would not have to do this if these anti women’s & public safety lawmakers had the full support of their own party. For […]

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Action item: Senate Agenda for Tuesday, May 2, 2023

April 28th, 2023

152nd General AssemblySENATE Agenda 25th Legislative Day Senate Agenda  Livestream The Senate will reconvene on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at 2:00 PM. Should you wish to be added to the Secretary’s pre-file and agenda notification list, please email ryan.dunphy@delaware.gov with your request. Senate-25th Legislative Day-5/2/2023 View PDF     Legislation Sponsor Title SB 2 Lockman AN ACT […]

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House Agenda for Thursday, April 27, 2023

April 27th, 2023

House Agenda  Livestream The House will reconvene at 2:00 PM on Thursday, April 27, 2023 to consider the Main House Agenda and Consent Calendar Number 4. Should you wish to be added to the Chief Clerk’s pre-file and agenda notification list, please email richard.puffer@delaware.gov with your request.  House Agenda 4.27.23 View PDF     Legislation Sponsor Title […]

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Senate Agenda for Thursday, April 27, 2023

April 27th, 2023

Senate Agenda  Livestream The Senate will reconvene on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at 2:00 PM. Should you wish to be added to the Secretary’s pre-file and agenda notification list, please email ryan.dunphy@delaware.gov with your request. Senate-24th Legislative Day-4/27/2023 View PDF     Legislation Sponsor Title SS 1 for SB 95 S. McBride AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE […]

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Action alert~ EVERYONE WHO OPPOSES SB2 CONTACT THEIR STATE LEGISLATORS TODAY!

April 27th, 2023

The word on the street is that there are many moderate Democrats are not happy about this bill and got a sticker shock when the fiscal note was released. They are listening and they’re waiting for you to call or email them. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT EVERYONE WHO OPPOSES SB2 CONTACT THEIR STATE LEGISLATORS TODAY! […]

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State retirees’ health plan extended to June, 2024

April 27th, 2023

Medicfill for Delaware’s retirees will remain in place until June 30, 2024, with rates to be determined in May, a key committee decided unanimously on Monday. The special plan covers retired state employees. The state’s controversial idea to move them into Medicare Advantage was stopped by suit last fall from a group called Retirees Investing […]

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