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Delaware Issues

  • Right to WorkDirector Ellen Valentino is pushing against legislation that would affect small business personnel decisions.
  • Dram Shop LegislationNFIB is fighting a bill that would open the door to lawsuits against alcohol retailers.
  • Regulatory Flex LegislationDirector Ellen Valentino is pushing hard for passage of legislation that would give regulatory flexibility to small businesses.
  • Regulatory Flex LegislationThe House passed legislation that required state agencies to publish and review the impact of regulations on the small business community.
  • Small Business Health Pooling in DelawareAs costs for health insurance continue to increase, and in many cases beyond the ability of folks to pay for, there have been a number of attempts to create a government subsidized and run health insurance "pool" for individuals and employers to increase coverage while bringing down monthly costs.
  • Real Estate Transfer Taxes in DelawareOver the last number of years, Delaware Technical and Community College has seen growth in the number of students attending their campuses in all three counties. This has placed a strain upon the various structures and practical "labs" used in the education and training of students in the technical fields, such as nursing and automotive repair.
  • Text Messaging in DelawareHB291 was introduced seeking to restrict the use of cell phones or other devices used for writing or viewing text messages while operating a motor vehicle.
  • Energy Cost Increases in DelawareDelaware is currently in the middle of raging debate surrounding the possible construction of wind turbines off the coast of Rehoboth Beach. Essentially, Blue Water Wind, the company seeking approval to build these wind turbines, along with their advocates, are asking the Delaware General Assembly to require Delmarva Power and Light to sign a 25-year contract to subsidize the cost of the wind turbines.