3/24/25 Legislative Update
Representative Sophie Phillips introduced an amendment to SB 21, which would allow corporations to opt-in to the proposed rules. The bill has passed the House Judiciary Committee and heads to the House Floor.
The House Natural Resources Committee will review HS 1 for HB 62, which would change when utility companies can shut off access to electricity, including additional protections for people with health issues and restrictions on shutoffs during extreme weather.
Senator Laura Sturgeon and Representative Cyndie Romer have introduced SB 4, which would establish an Office of Inspector General. The bill will be heard in the Senate Executive Committee this Wednesday, March 26th.
The Senate Elections Committee will debate two constitutional amendments from Senator Darius Brown and Representative Bush allowing for early voting (SB 2) and no-excuse absentee voting (SB 3)
Make Your Voice Heard
See below for some of the most notable bills in committee this week and how to give public comment. For length and clarity, we are only putting bills that need the most public input below. Bills in green are bills we generally support, bills in red are bills we generally oppose, and bills in yellow are neutral or unknown. Meetings are held in person at Legislative Hall 411 Legislative Ave, Dover, DE or streamed on Zoom
You can also check here for the full list of committee meetings and click “view” next to each meeting for the full agenda and additional information.
| Bill # | Sponsor | Summary/Description | Committee Meeting Info | Give Public Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 2 | Brown/Bush | This Act is the first leg of a constitutional amendment to specifically authorize early, in-person voting for the general election, a primary election, and a special election filling a vacancy in the General Assembly. | Senate Elections Wednesday 3/26 at 3:00 pm |
Senate Hearing Room 411 Legislative Avenue Dover, DE 19901 Zoom |
| SB 3 | Brown/Bush | Constitutional amendment to allow for absentee ballot without excuse. | Senate Elections Wednesday 3/26 at 3:00 pm |
Senate Hearing Room 411 Legislative Avenue Dover, DE 19901 Zoom |
| HS 1 for HB 62 | Ross Levin/Hansen | Provides restrictions on heating/cooling shut-offs as well as guidelines on procedures for shut-offs. | House Natural Resources Wednesday 3/26 at 4:00 pm |
House Majority Hearing Room (H217) 411 Legislative Avenue Dover, DE 19901 Zoom |