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House and Senate Joint Special Committee on Property Reassessment

The House and Senate Joint Special Committee on Property Reassessment will hold its third public hearing Wednesday, November 19 at 9:30 a.m. in the Senate Chamber at Legislative Hall. The purpose of this meeting will be to hear updates from New Castle County following the court ruling.

The committee will continue its series of hearings to review Delaware’s property reassessment process, consider any necessary additional legislative action, and explore ways to provide targeted tax relief for Delawareans.

For additional information, to watch live online, or to register for public comment, please visit legis.delaware.gov.

Extraordinary Session November 19th

The Senate will reconvene in extraordinary session on Wednesday, November 19 at 2:30 p.m. to consider House Bill 255.

HB 255 would "decouple" Delaware from certain provisions of the federal tax code implemented via the federal HR 1 measure that would allow businesses to retroactively write off certain business expenses, such as research and development costs. Governor Meyer's administration cites their projection of a $410 million loss in revenue over the current and next two fiscal years as the reason for decoupling.

However, the legislation has faced steep opposition from outside groups and individuals including the Delaware and New Castle County Chambers of Commerce, Delaware Business Roundtable, Delaware Society of CPAs, and public officials such as former Democrat Representative and JFC Chair Quinn Johnson.

According to a CNBC report, Delaware ranks 43rd in the U.S. for business friendliness.

During extraordinary session on Thursday, House Republicans noted HB 255 would disincentivize innovation and business growth, adding to an already cloudy economic situation Delaware finds itself in. By allowing the tax provisions associated with HR 1 to remain in effect, business owners would be better able to reinvest in their businesses, hire more employees, and generate more revenue for the state's economy.

More information about the legislation can be found here.

Prior to session, the Special Property Reassessment Committee will meet at 9:30 a.m. followed by the Senate Executive Committee at 1:00 p.m.

More info and livestream links can be found at legis.delaware.gov.

New Sussex County Family Court Courthouse in Georgetown

On Thursday, Senator Pettyjohn joined state and local officials for the ribbon cutting of the new Sussex County Family Court Courthouse in Georgetown. After years of planning, work, and construction, Sussex county now has a modern facility that reflects the needs of the families it serves.

This new courthouse dramatically improves safety, privacy, and efficiency with dedicated mediation rooms, private attorney-client spaces, safer routes for incarcerated individuals, and a lobby that keeps long lines indoors. It’s a major upgrade for Georgetown, Sussex County, and a facility built to last.

Sussex County Habitat for Humanity

Senator Wilson had the honor of joining Sussex County Habitat for Humanity for a special home dedication ceremony. Each build represents the power of community, hard work, and hope and it’s always inspiring to see the impact these projects have on local families.

Thank you to Sussex County Habitat for Humanity, the volunteers, and everyone who helped make this new beginning possible and congratulations to Annabelle on your new home. Your dedication is helping build stronger communities across Sussex County.

Constituent Coffee

Senator Hocker and Representative Gray thank everyone who attended their constituent coffee meeting this month as well as Daybreak Cafe for hosting. They appreciated the thoughtful questions, hearing your concerns, and connecting with each of you.

Senator Hocker and other members from our caucus will hold additional constituent coffee meetings/town halls in the new year once legislation session begins.

Serving Thanksgiving Lunch at 

Lake Forest East Elementary

Senator Buckson joined Lake Forest East Elementary Wednesday to serve Thanksgiving lunch to students and their families! The senator thanked the staff for inviting him to be part of this fun and heartwarming tradition.

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