DelawareHB 230153rd General Assembly (2024–2026)HouseWALLET

AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR CERTAIN GRANTS-IN-AID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2026; SPECIFYING CERTAIN PROCEDURES, CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF SUCH FUNDS; AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 APPROPRIATIONS ACT; AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 ONE-TIME SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS ACT; AND AMENDING CERTAIN STATUTORY PROVISIONS.

Sponsored By: Kimberly Williams (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

4 provisions identified: 4 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Funding boost for fire and ambulance

The law provides $13.3 million to Delaware fire companies and public ambulance services for FY2026. This helps keep emergency response capacity in place or improved during the year ending June 30, 2026.

Grants for senior centers and towns

The law provides $37.1 million to Delaware government units and senior centers for FY2026. Centers and local programs can keep or expand services while this money is used. Seniors who visit these centers may see more activities, meals, or support during the year ending June 30, 2026.

Grants for veterans organizations

The law provides $839,000 to veterans organizations for FY2026. Veterans and military families who use these groups may see services kept or expanded during the year ending June 30, 2026.

One-time grants to community groups

The law provides $47.1 million in one-time grants to community agencies for FY2026. Local nonprofit and community groups use the money for programs or one-time needs during the year ending June 30, 2026. Residents who use these programs may see services maintained or improved.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Kimberly Williams
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

Stephanie T. Bolden
Democratic • House
Darius J. Brown
Democratic • Senate
Eric Buckson
Republican • Senate
Nnamdi O. Chukwuocha
Democratic • House
Daniel B. Short
Republican • House
Krista Griffith
Democratic • House
Stephanie L. Hansen
Democratic • Senate
Dave G. Lawson
Republican • Senate
Trey Paradee
Democratic • Senate
Charles S Postles Jr.
Republican • House
Laura V. Sturgeon
Democratic • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 61 • No: 0

Senate vote • 7/1/2025

Passed (3/4 required)

Yes: 21 • No: 0

House vote • 6/30/2025