A Busy Beginning in Dover

Issue 5.3

January 18, 2019

RESCHEDULED

April 3, 2019

Message from the President

As the federal government shutdown continues, it’s important to recognize its impact on Delaware businesses, especially on agriculture. As one of the highest revenue drivers for the state, Delaware farmers and agribusiness have been hit hard this year...

Legislative Priority

The bills that passed this week in Dover included an Equal Rights Amendment to Delaware’s constitution. The first leg of the amendment passed last year, in the 149th General Assembly, and the language contained in the amendment bars discrimination on the basis of sex. The House passed a measure allowing alcohol sales at the new 76’ers stadium, and the Senate passed a mini-bond bill providing more funds for capital improvements across the state. Each bill crosses the chamber to be heard next week.

Chemours Ribbon Cutting

The Chamber attended the ribbon cutting for the new headquarters of Chemours in the beautifully restored DuPont Building in Rodney Square in downtown Wilmington.

Legislative Recap

The Chamber is committed to representing our members' business interests at Legislative Hall. Check out the issues and legislation we worked on last year and their outcomes. Stay connected with us through our advocacy platform, VoterVOICE: www.dscc.com/takeaction.

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View the Recap here

Chairman's Message

by Gary Stockbridge

Looking back on last year and the legislative session, I am very proud of our accomplishments advocating for Delaware businesses. Our new leader, Mike Quaranta, hit the ground running and has done a fantastic job guiding our organization and working to better align the business community.