Legislative Update

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The following bills and resolutions have been introduced and we will update their status as they move through the process.

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BILLS

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House Substitute 1 for House Bill 162 (PASSED THE HOUSE AND ASSIGNED TO THE SENATE BANKING, BUSINESS, INSURANCE & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE) defines a multilevel distribution company and multilevel marketing program. It sets forth mandatory disclosures that must be made by a multilevel distribution company to any potential purchaser that discloses details about the company, sometimes based on certain representations that the company makes. 

https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=142477

The primary sponsor is Representative Levin (SD16). Her email is Melanie.RossLevin@delaware.gov and phone number is 302-744-4351.

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Senate Bill 219 (ASSIGNED TO SENATE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE) phases in, over 3 years, an increased exemption for military pensions from state income taxation, regardless of age, which is currently $12,500, so that in taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2029, the exemption will be $25,000 for all military pensioners.

https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=142742

The primary sponsor is Senator Buckson (SD16). His email is eric.buckson@delaware.gov and phone number is 302-744-4o48.

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House Bill 270 (SIGNED BY THE GOVERNOR) amends the Fiscal Year 2026 Bond and Capital Improvements Act to include funds for a generator at the Delaware Veterans Home and $7,000,000.00 for Delaware Veterans Cemetery Expansion.

https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=142808

The primary sponsor is Representative Heffernan (SD16). Her email is Debra.Heffernan@delaware.gov and phone number is 302-744-4351.

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RESOLUTIONS

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Senate Concurrent Resolution 139 (PASSED BOTH THE HOUSE AND SENATE) recognizes February 4, 2026, as "USO Day" in the State of Delaware and honors USO Delaware for its important and inspiring work in support of military members and their families.

https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail/142833

The primary sponsor is Senator Lawson (SD15). His email is Dave.Lawson@delaware.gov and phone number is 302-744-4048.