Rep. Ron Gray

Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution, titled "Celebrating the Spirit of America 250," is a ceremonial measure designed to honor a specific anniversary or theme. It does not create new laws, change existing policies, or allocate any funding. The bill's primary effect is to formally recognize the "Spirit of America 250" within the legislative body.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution formally congratulates the Class of 2025 Eagle Scouts for achieving the highest rank available in Scouting America. The measure directly affects these young individuals by offering official legislative recognition for their accomplishment. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of their service and dedication.

This bill creates a special license plate for Delaware State University to support student access, academic excellence, and university programs that advance the institution’s mission.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates June 12, 2026, as "Delaware Lions Clubs Day" to formally recognize the contributions of the Lions Clubs International to local and global communities. It directly affects the Lions Clubs organization by establishing an official state observance date for their activities. The measure is a ceremonial resolution that does not change laws or require funding, serving instead to honor the group's service through a symbolic state declaration.

Maddy summaryHB 290 designates June 11 as "Puerto Rico Day" in Delaware for annual commemoration. This ceremonial bill, introduced in January 2026, formally recognizes Puerto Rico's cultural significance through a designated observance. It does not create new laws or regulations but establishes an annual state-level recognition event. The bill directly affects Delaware's state calendar and commemorative practices, with no direct impact on individuals or policies.

This Act provides an exemption from state income tax for the amount of income or compensation received for federally required annual training, drills and field exercises, or inactive duty training by an individual who is a member of the National Guard or a reserve component of the Uniformed Services of the U.S. The bill’s provision applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026.

This Act doubles the childcare and dependent care expense tax credit for resident households with federal adjusted gross income of less than $60,000 and makes that credit refundable, and differs from HS 1 by clarifying the credit is for residents only (as is the case currently), and corrects the means test of federal adjusted gross income threshold for taxpayers filing "joint" and "married filing separate combined" at $60,000. For all others, the tax credit remains unchanged.

Maddy summaryHCR 134 is a resolution that officially designates the last Monday of May as Memorial Day. This measure directly affects state government records and public observances by establishing a formal date for honoring military personnel who died in service. The bill was passed by both the House and Senate without requiring a formal vote count. Once enacted, it serves as a commemorative recognition rather than changing laws or regulations.

This Act temporarily addresses Delaware's childcare crisis by gradually increasing Purchase of Care eligibility from 200% to 275% FPL over 5 years starting July 1, 2026, reducing benefit cliffs and supporting moderate-income families. It includes a sunset clause expiring June 30, 2031, to allow evaluation and ensure fiscal sustainability, with annual reporting on impacts.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 13, 2026, as Delaware Local Government Day to honor the state's local government workers. It directly affects municipal employees, officials, and organizations across Delaware by establishing an official date for recognition. The primary mechanism is a formal declaration that sets aside this specific day for commemorative purposes without altering existing laws or budgets. Once enacted, the resolution serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the contributions of local government personnel.