If Delaware keeps spending more than it’s bringing in, we could run out of money to cover yearly expenses in 2 years! That’s not my opinion — that’s straight from DEFAC, the state’s own financial advisory council. This is exactly why I’ve been talking about overspending for years and proposing legislation to limit spending. Because once you’re in the red, …
We had so much fun celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Riverwalk Farmer’s Market this weekend! So many amazing vendors showed up this year — thank you all for being a part of it! Make sure to stop by every Saturday starting at 9 a.m. in Downtown Milford to shop local and support our community! Big thanks to @BringTheNoisePhotography for …
Please join us on May 26, 2025 at 10:30 AM for the Milford Memorial Day Ceremony at Milford High School. This special community gathering is a time to remember and honor our fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. A heartfelt thank you to the incredible committee of local volunteers who brought this event back to life …
Thank you to everyone who spoke out, Your voices are making a difference! To all the Delaware residents who were outspoken about the outrageous spending on Legislative Hall renovations and the $33 million parking garage — THANK YOU! Here’s the latest: The committee — made up of lawmakers and legislative staffers — voted Monday to formally pause the $96 million …
Last week during Easter break, we continued working on our bill HB 113 to deny pensions to educators and school staff convicted of child abuse or solicitation. We met with the Office of Pensions to make sure everything lines up perfectly with the legal requirements and got great news — the signatures needed for our bill to move out of …
When the State of Delaware looks to serve its residents, it should always look to its past. Delaware’s delegation provided the decisive vote that secured the adoption of the Declaration of Independence — and that spirit should lead our efforts for families across Delaware. How do we give people the opportunity to declare their independence? There are so many things …
According to Delaware Public Media, the vast majority of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds—money meant to help people struggling from job losses, income reductions, and family tragedies—was instead spent on one-time infrastructure projects for state buildings. $1 BILLION in federal funds 75% of it went to government buildings and their partners for building improvements. Here’s some highlights: $72 million …
Whether you agree with federal funding cuts or not, one thing is clear—Delaware lawmakers had a chance to protect your money with responsible budgeting and fiscal safeguards. A strong financial foundation helps us weather federal or state funding cuts, economic downturns, and unexpected crises. But instead of planning for the future, lawmakers have increased spending by over 30% in the …
Thank you to The News Journal for covering our SRO bill. “Amid a slew of education bills introduced so far this session, one stood out. Delaware House Rep. Bryan Shupe, a Milford Republican, brought a bill to the state House Education Committee on Jan. 22, that funds additional school resource officers and constables in public and charter schools across the …
Huge thanks to Zoe Reed of WHYY for keeping the conversation going on rising energy costs in Delaware! As I’ve said before, government overregulation, a failure to modernize our grid, and a lack of investment in local energy production and new technology have all contributed to higher prices for residents here in the First State. “The state of Delaware mandated …
