Thursday, October 24, 2024 - Updates from the DE Senate Republicans

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October 24, 2024

Early Voting Begins This Week!

Early voting begins this Friday, October 25th and Election day is November 5th.

Visit ivote.delaware.gov to find your polling locations!

The Second Floor Podcast

Anthony Albence is the Commissioner of the Delaware Department of Elections and has served in this role since 2019. He joins The Second Floor Podcast to discuss the upcoming general election, the various ways to vote, and what has changed since 2020.

This episode and more are available on most major podcasting platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/desenategop

Senate Bill 273 Signed

On September 26th, Governor Carney signed Senator Buckson's Senate Bill 273.

This Act legalizes the sale and distribution of raw milk and products derived from raw milk by dairy producers directly to consumers for human consumption.

Click here to learn more.

Agriculture Land Event

Senator Eric Buckson and Senator Dave Wilson were honored to celebrate Delaware’s commitment to preserving farmland at Shadybrook Farms! This program supports the farmers who are the backbone of our state, ensuring our agricultural industry stays vibrant for generations to come.

Senate Bill 206

Senate Bill 89 from the 152nd General Assembly allows municipal-owned snow removal vehicles to use green revolving or flashing lights during winter operations, similar to state vehicles. This bill extends the same use of green lights on municipal owned-and-operated snow removal equipment and vehicles during winter weather operations. The Act also includes technical corrections to align existing law with the Delaware Legislative Drafting Manual.

Read more about the legislation here.

Apple Scrapple Festival

Another successful Apple Scrapple event! Senators Dave Wilson and Brian Pettyjohn always look forward to connecting with their constituents. A big thank you to all the volunteers whose dedication and hard work make this event possible. Your efforts are truly appreciated!

Notice for Sussex County Residents

Sussex County Council expects tax bills based on the ongoing reassessment to be issued next August. During the regular meeting on Oct. 15, council members discussed the appeals process with updates from county staff and Tyler Technologies, the contractor for the reassessment.

In November, property owners will receive tentative value notices. An informal appeals process will run from Nov. 11 to Jan. 31, 2025, allowing residents to contest their new valuations. Chris Keeler, the county’s assessment director, noted that appeals will be held at the Sussex County West Complex, starting Nov. 7. Appointments can be made by calling (833) 703-4016 or visiting www.tylertech.com/sussex. Evidence supporting claims must be submitted in advance to sussexcountyde@tylertech.com.

Delaware State Fire Marshal News Release

State Fire Marshal John W. Rudd has ordered a burning ban that started on October 15th for all outdoor burning, as current conditions throughout the State of Delaware are extremely dry and pose a fire hazard.

The following are prohibited:

Bonfires.
Controlled burnings, including burning of leaves and yard waste.
Agricultural burnings.
Fires for land clearing.
Fires for demolition and removal of hazards.
Outdoor rubbish fires, whether or not contained.

Currently permitted:

Campfires in areas cleared of all combustibles, surrounded by a non-combustible ring no larger than 3' x 3' and used for cooking only.
Grills/hibachis in areas cleared of surrounding combustibles and used for cooking only.

Grant-in-Aid Applications Being Accepted

The FY2026 Grant-in-Aid application period is open now through Friday, December 6th, at 3:00 p.m.

Visit gia .delaware.gov to get started.

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