AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDelaware Budget Push: The Delaware Senate unanimously passed the FY27 operating budget package totaling about $6.99B, sending it to the House. The plan boosts spending 6.3% and leans heavily on healthcare and education, including a 3% pay raise for state employees and funding for retiree health and pension increases. Property Tax Reassessment Fixes: Lawmakers advanced multiple bills aimed at reforming Delaware’s property reassessment process, with extra focus on New Castle County quality control reviews and adjustments that can affect school tax warrants. Energy Costs & Efficiency: Delmarva Power filed a proposal to expand energy efficiency programs for 2027-2029, targeting tens of thousands of MWh in electric savings and natural gas reductions. Local Community Support: Community Bank Delaware donated $1,000 to back Lewes’ Juneteenth celebration. Business & Food Access: The Delaware Division of Small Business awarded $712,500 in grants to help address food deserts through the Delaware Grocery Initiative and First State Food System Program. Environment: DNREC reported an endangered Atlantic sturgeon found dead at Bailie Beach, with officials collecting samples to determine what happened.
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