Year: 2022

House Democratic Caucus Leadership Statement on Rep. Kowalko’s Retirement

DOVER – Upon Thursday’s announcement that Rep. John Kowalko will retire at the end of this term, House Democratic Caucus leadership – Speaker Pete Schwartzkopf, Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst and Majority Whip Larry Mitchell – issued the following joint statement: […]

Lawmakers Unveil Revised Delaware Marijuana Control Act

DOVER – After months of meetings and discussions, Delaware lawmakers introduced a revised measure Wednesday to make Delaware the latest state to legalize recreational marijuana for adult users. House Bill 305, the Delaware Marijuana Control Act, would create a legal […]

Schwartzkopf Bill Would Make Outdoor Seating, To-Go Alcohol Sales for Restaurants, Bars Permanent

DOVER – To-go cocktails have been one of the most popular innovations to come out of the COVID-19 pandemic, and legislation recently filed would make that practice and outdoor dining a permanent fixture in Delaware. Sponsored by House Speaker Pete […]

Bill Would Provide Assistance to Unemployment Recipients, Businesses

DOVER – Lawmakers filed a bill Thursday that would continue the additional relief being provided to tens of thousands of Delawareans who have lost their jobs and businesses impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sponsored by Rep. Ed Osienski and Sen. […]