Sen. Huxtable represents the 6th District, covering Milton, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach.
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Today we take time to thank our law enforcement officers who risk their lives to keep our communities safe. To all the men and women who protect and serve, we thank you.
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As we head into the final days of 2025, I find myself reflecting on my third year serving in the Delaware General Assembly. I am deeply grateful for the trust, engagement, and partnership of our neighbors and residents who continue to shape this work. Our strongest progress comes from listening to and working with our communities.
Much of my work this legislative session continued to focus on expanding housing options for our neighbors and helping our communities plan for responsible growth. That work included the report from the Affordable Housing Task Force, the launch of the Affordable Rental Housing Program, a pilot program that will provide critical technical assistance for local jurisdictions working on zoning reform, expansion of the Volunteer Fire Service Revolving Loan Fund, and regulatory reforms to assist in analyzing and growing Delaware’s healthcare workforce.
I look forward to continued conversations and collaboration in 2026 with my colleagues, my district, and fellow Delawareans. I will always be an advocate for the people of the 6th District. Have a safe and happy new year!
Great news, Delaware!
Paid leave for Delaware workers begins on January 1, 2026.
Workers in our state deserve access to financial support as their life changes and major events occur. We created the Delaware Paid Family and Medical Insurance Program so that workers can take paid leave to take care of their family, life, and other personal matters.
Contributions toward this program began January 1, 2025, and will go into full effect on January 1, 2026 once claim applications are submitted. For more information on Delaware Paid Leave, you can visit their website at https://labor.delaware.gov/delaware-paid-leave/
Three years after breaking ground on the site of the Sussex County Family Courthouse, the community came together to celebrate the official ribbon cutting for this new facility in the heart of Georgetown. It was a great afternoon to be among friends and advocates for child welfare from all across the state.
This beautiful new building will uphold our commitment to an open and responsive judicial system, and will serve families and community members in a way that they deserve.
Libraries are vital spaces where children can learn, feel safe, and have access to the resources they need to succeed. I had a great time touring the Lewes Public Library along with Governor Matt Meyer to see what amazing opportunities they’re bringing to our community. Thank you to the staff for having me, and I look forward to visiting again soon!
Healthcare cost is currently at an all time high – with insurance becoming increasingly inaccessible, Medicaid facing federal budget cuts, and premiums set to rise in the coming weeks. For rural communities like Sussex County, these pressures are felt even more deeply.
Rural areas deserve access to quality healthcare, and the Rural Health Transformation Fund is a critical step toward making that a reality. The proposal announced by Gov. Matt Meyer during this week’s conference will help expand access to health care, offer support to our healthcare professionals, and ensure the well-being of Delawareans who reside in these rural areas. These funds are not just policy, but commitments to the people of Sussex County and those who deserve support to live healthy lives.
For several months, Delmarva Power customers have seen their electricity bills rise dramatically. These rate increases come at a time when the cost of living is already putting tremendous strain on Delaware families.
In response to rising costs, Delmarva Power has partnered with local nonprofits to launch a one-time Customer Relief Fund to assist eligible residential customers with their energy bills. The program offers up to $300 in bill credits for households that meet income and account eligibility requirements.
To learn more about the program and see if you are eligible to apply, visit http://www.delmarva.com/my-account/customer-support/assistance-programs-de/customer-relief-fund
The firefighters who served our community are heroes, risking their lives each day in service to their neighbors. That’s why the Senate unanimously passed my bill, Senate Bill 86, which helps our fire companies raise funds by expanding the sources through which the Delaware Volunteer Fire Service Revolving Loan Fund can secure donations.
Current law requires that funding be allocated solely by the General Assembly, but this legislation would allow donations to be made by citizens, corporations, charitable organizations, and county governments, helping support the lifesaving work of our fire departments. Thank you to Governor Meyer for signing this legislation.
Delaware’s health care system is only as strong as its health care professionals, and that’s why Governor Meyer signed SB 122 into law earlier this month.
In the face of statewide worker shortages across medical disciplines, SB 122 will increase collaboration between the Delaware Health Care Commission and the Division of Professional Regulation to improve data collection on the state of the health care workforce. Information collected during the medical licensure process will paint a more detailed picture of the health sector and allow the State to better address gaps in the policy landscape.
At a time when many Delawareans do not have regular access to the health care providers they need, it is crucial that we take steps to better understand the needs of this essential workforce.
When Rep. Kendra Johnson and I co-chaired the Affordable Housing Production Task Force, our goal was simple: to get more affordable homes on the market for Delaware families. SB 150 is a result of that work and will expand access to safe and affordable housing for Delawareans. At a time when the federal government is retreating from decades of direct investment in affordable housing, Delaware is stepping up. SB 150 is proof that we can be creative, flexible, and committed to solving this crisis – and this legislation is proof that state-level action is vital and necessary for making change.
For Delmarva customers who are looking for financial assistance to pay for their energy bill, please be advised that the Delaware Power Customer Energy Fund launched on August 20.
The Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility manages the Delaware Energy Fund and will administer the grants through the newly launched fund and assist eligible customers with applying. More information can also be found online at delmarva.com/ReliefDE
I joined Rep. Alonna Berry and others this week during Milton’s “Turn the Town Teal” event to raise awareness for Ovarian Cancer Month. You can learn more at turnthetownsteal.org/
Nearly 5,000 people in the Delaware region are in need of life-saving organ transplants – many of them from multicultural communities disproportionately impacted by chronic illnesses and conditions. This August, help us support the Gift of Life Program during National Minority Awareness Month. This campaign encourages donations for those who depend on life-saving transplants when emergencies arise.
For more information on how you can become a donor, you can visit the website below.
https://www.donors1.org/learn-about-organ-donation/sign-up-to-save-lives/
The Delaware General Assembly convened in a special session yesterday. We passed seven pieces of legislation that should bring immediate relief to many Delawareans who saw drastic changes to their tax bills.These bills are intended to offer immediate relief to those who need it most as we work to find more sustainable, long-term solutions to help more of our neighbors make ends meet.
For generations, the Rehoboth Beach Patrol has been a symbol of safety on our shoreline. It was an honor to join the Delaware Public Archives as they unveiled a new historic marker to celebrate the past, present, and future of our dedicated Rehoboth Beach lifeguards. Come see the marker for yourself at the beach patrol building on Baltimore Ave.
Alongside Rep. Sophie Phillips and Rep. Jeff Hilovsky, I was glad to attend and speak at the Environmental Science Research Translation Workshop, funded by the National Science Foundation. Thank you to Delaware Sea Grant and University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment for having us, and I look forward to future collaborations.
I was proud to sponsor Senate Joint Resolution 8, establishing a pilot program through the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) that will provide technical assistance related to zoning ordinance reform.
This program helps participating local governments identify and implement zoning practices that increase the supply of affordable housing and support equitable development and economic growth throughout Delaware. By giving local governments the technical assistance needed to modernize zoning ordinances, this pilot program will help us close affordable housing gaps while allowing local governments the flexibility to adapt best practices to meet their jurisdictional needs.
I was honored to attend the ribbon-cutting last week at the new James Farm Education Campus! Thank you to the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays for inviting me to celebrate this remarkable upgrade to the Ecological Preserve. The new education building, now featuring three-season classrooms and expanded facilities, will provide staff, students, and visitors with a more enjoyable and comfortable space to learn from this incredible natural resource.
I look forward to seeing their progress as they continue to encourage and promote environmental education in Sussex County!
