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DelawareSB 195153rd General Assembly (2024–2026)SenateWALLET

AN ACT TO AMEND THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF DELMAR RELATING TO NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS AND THE POWER TO BORROW MONEY AND ISSUE BONDS.

Sponsored By: Bryant L. Richardson (Republican)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 3 mixed.

Town can borrow up to $10 million

Town Council can approve bonds so total outstanding debt can be up to $10 million at one time. The old limit was $1 million. A majority of all council members must pass a resolution stating the amount, purpose, and how the debt is secured. The resolution sets the bond form, payment schedule, interest rate, maturities, registration, and any call features. More borrowing can fund projects but may raise future local taxes or fees.

Delmar elections: date and filing rules

The Town holds elections every two years on the first Monday in October. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Candidates must file a written notice with the Town Manager at least 30 days before the election, during regular business hours. At least 5 days before the vote, the Town Manager publishes the candidate list in a local newspaper, or Town Council can have it posted in five public places.

State voter list and removal rules

The Town uses Delaware’s State Voter Registration System as its official voter list. The Town can deny or remove names if a person moved from town, no longer owns property in town, is not a resident on election day, or is otherwise disqualified under the Charter. This keeps the town list aligned with state records.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Bryant L. Richardson

    Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

  • Timothy D. Dukes

    Republican • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 61 • No: 0

House vote • 6/30/2025

Passed (3/4 required)

Yes: 40 • No: 0

Senate vote • 6/26/2025

Passed (2/3 required)

Yes: 21 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

  1. Signed by Governor

    6/30/2025Governor

  2. Passed By House. Votes: 40 YES 1 VACANT

    6/30/2025House

  3. Reported Out of Committee (Administration) in House with 1 Favorable, 4 On Its Merits

    6/27/2025House

  4. Assigned to Administration Committee in House

    6/27/2025House

  5. Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

    6/26/2025Senate

  6. Lifted From Table in Senate

    6/26/2025Senate

  7. Suspension of Rules in Senate

    6/26/2025Senate

  8. Introduced and Laid on Table in Senate

    6/25/2025Senate

Bill Text

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    6/25/2025

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