2008

Senate Roll Call Votes to be posted on website for public access!
04/09/2008 12:30:00 PM
Senate Republicans called it "a victory for Delaware citizens and transparency in government" when the Senate Majority Leader announced today during Senate Session that complete Senate Roll Call votes will be posted on the official State Senate website for public access and information.

Senator John Still To Retire From Senate
02/26/2008 1:00:00 PM
Senator John Still To Retire From Senate.

Seb. Cloutier - Airport noise monitoring in the wrong place
01/25/2008 4:30:00 PM
State Sen. Cathy Cloutier organized residents in her district to petition the Third Circuit Court.

Sen. Amick's letter to the editors concerning the "Desk Drawer Veto" 
01/10/2008 4:30:00 PM
Recently, I offered legislation in the State Senate that will, if ratified, change forever the way we do business in Dover.

2007

Senate Republicans Continue Their Push For Support Of Open Government
12/19/2007 12:00:00 PM
Today , steps were taken to ensure that there are checks and balances on the "back end", to empower citizens to be the watchdog of their government.  It is the citizens basic right-to-know.

Senate Republicans Reaffirm Unanimous Commitment to Support Open Government 
12/10/2007 4:30:00 PM
Delaware Senate Republicans unanimously reaffirm their commitment to support open government, abolish the "desk drawer veto" and bring the legislature under FOIA (Freedom of Information Act).

5 Republican Senators call for the resignation or removal of the Secretary of the Department of Health & Social Services. 
09/14/2007 4:30:00 PM
5 Republican Senators write to Governor Minner to express their strong and considered conclusion that it is time for Vince Meconi to resign or be removed from the position of Secretary of the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS).

Newark Area Legislators Hold Annual Legislative Wrap-Up 
07/13/2007 4:30:00 PM
State Senators Steve Amick & Liane Sorenson and State Representatives Pam Maier, Terry Schooley and John Kowalko spoke to and answered questions from constituents about the highlights of this year’s legislative session. Areas of interest included the purchase of the Bank of America building adjacent to Rodney Square in Wilmington, Recycling and the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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Senator Charlie Copeland calls for innovations to provide better care and cost-efficiency in state Medicaid 
06/12/2007 12:00:00 PM
Senate Minority Leader Charlie Copeland (R-West Farms) has introduced Senate Joint Resolution No. 4 creating a broad-based "Medicaid Modernization Task Force" to achieve better health care and cost-efficiency in Delaware's Medicaid programs.
Read SJR 4

Senator Copeland, in hand delivered letter to the Governor, asks for her position on DRBA Tolls 
05/30/2007 12:00:00 PM
Senator Copeland inquires about the Governor's position on the impending action by the DRBA to increase tolls by $11 million.

Senate Republican Caucus Calls For Action To Control State Spending 
05/09/2007 21:00:00 PM
Delaware Senate Republicans today wrote to Governor Minner asking the administration to develop a cost-saving plan to control state spending and begin to offset projected revenue shortages.
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DSEA honors State Senator Steven Amick with Legislative Friend of Education Award 
03/27/2007 12:00:00 PM
At its annual Celebration of Leadership Banquet last Friday at the Rollins Conference Center at Dover Downs, the Delaware State Education Association honored long-time State Senator Steven Amick with its Legislative Friend of Education Award.

Sen. Sorenson to be inducted into the Hall of Fame of Delaware Women 
02/23/2007 12:00:00 PM
State Senator Liane Sorenson will be inducted into the Hall of Fame of Delaware Women on March 15th at the 26th Annual Hall of Fame of Delaware Women Reception and Award Ceremony.

Sen. Sorenson introduces the Governor for Proclamation of "TEEN DATING VIOLENCE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION MONTH"
02/01/2007 12:00:00 PM
Today, Senator Liane Sorenson (R-Hockessin) was pleased to introduce Governor Minner at an event to proclaim February as "TEEN DATING VIOLENCE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION MONTH" throughout Delaware. SCR3 |   View Photo

Still Moves to Protect Military Personnel
01/30/2007 12:00:00 PM
Senator John C. Still (R-Dover) is sponsoring legislation to protect military personnel deployed overseas from facing higher auto insurance premiums upon their return as a result of their military service.  Read Senate Bill 23.

Senators Charlie Copeland and Colin Bonini, the Senate Sponsors of House Bill 4, Call on Democrats to Support Public Notice on Budget Bills. 
01/26/2007 12:00:00 PM
Senate Republican Leader Charlie Copeland (R-West Farms) and Senator Colin Bonini (R-Dover South) today called on House Democrats to rethink their unanimous partisan vote to block advance notice to the public of the contents of the state’s annual operating and capital budget bills.

Sen. Simpson Sponsors Legislation To Let Residential and Small Commercial Customers Increase Benefits Of Electric Generation From Renewable Resources 
01/26/2007 12:00:00 PM
Senator F. Gary Simpson (R-Milford) has introduced Senate Bill 8 to increase the amount of electric power that residential and small commercial customers can receive credit for generating from renewable energy sources and feeding back into the power grid.

Sen Amick Recognizes The Glasgow High School Dragons Football Team For Its Outstanding Performance
01/25/2007 12:00:00 PM
Senator Steven H. Amick introduces Senate Resolution 7 congratulating the Glasgow football team for their outstanding achievements during the 2006 season.   View Photo

Senator Dori Connor Announces Discovery of Free Life Insurance Program
01/25/2007 12:00:00 PM
Senator Dori Connor (R-Penn Acres) recently introduced a Senate Concurrent Resolution to encourage eligible Delawareans to take advantage of the MassMutual Life Insurance Company's LifeBridge Free Life Insurance Program.

The Fight for Open Government Continues: Senate Republicans Vote Unanimous "NO" to Senate Rules; Democrats evade public debate by a bare one-vote majority.
01/09/2007 12:00:00 PM
As the Delaware General Assembly convened its new session today, Senate Republicans made a strong public statement to reaffirm their commitment to open government by voting a unanimous "NO" on Senate Resolution #2 which continued the Senate’s archaic Rules of closed operations.

2006

Delaware Senate Republicans Elect Leadership For 2007-08
11/27/2006 12:00:00 PM
The Republican Caucus of the Delaware State Senate elected its Leadership for the upcoming 144th General Assembly at a meeting in Dover on Monday evening November 27, 2006.

Senate Republicans Reaffirm Pledge to Work for an Open State Senate
11/13/2006 12:00:00 PM
The eight Republican members of the Delaware State Senate have unanimously reaffirmed their pledge to work to open up Senate operations to public access and information for the coming General Assembly.

Republicans Pledge Open State Senate
10/27/2006 12:00:00 PM
Four Republican challengers for State Senate seats have joined the eight Republican Senators in pledging to open up Senate operations to public access and information after the November election.

Lawmakers Call On Attorney General To Investigate Excessive Toxic Mercury Releases At Claymont Steel
10/23/2006 12:00:00 PM
State Representatives Robert J. Valihura, Jr. (R-Delaware North), Wayne A. Smith (R-Brandywine Hundred-North) and Gregory Lavelle (R-Sharpley) and State Senator Cathy Cloutier (R-Heatherbrooke) today announced that they have requested that the Attorney General begin an immediate investigation into whether there is any possible criminal wrongdoing with respect to these toxic releases.

Yard Waste Ban Delay
10/06/2006 12:00:00 PM
State Senator Catherine Cloutier (R-Heatherbrooke), who also supports delaying implementation, stated, "Knowing that it would create an additional inconvenience and expense for everyone in our community, I'm unclear as to why DNREC approved this regulation change without any public input. We need a chance to discuss the implications of the yard waste ban and have the opportunity to look into the best resolution to this problem."

Brandywine Hundred Lawmakers Call On Delaware's Congressional Delegation For Help With Air Traffic Issues
08/22/2006 12:00:00 PM
State Representatives Wayne A. Smith (R-Brandywine Hundred-North), Robert J. Valihura, Jr. (R-Delaware North), Gregory F. Lavelle (R-Sharpley) and State Senators Catherine Cloutier (R-Heatherbrooke) and Charles Copeland (R-West Farms) today announced that they have sent correspondence to the Delaware Congressional Delegation, requesting its assistance in seeking to implement the recommendations of the Philadelphia Airport Air Traffic and Quality of Life Issues Action Group.

Home Buyers to be Informed of Radon Hazards
08/09/2006 12:00:00 PM
Senate Minority Whip Liane Sorenson, (R-Hockessin) and State Senator Catherine Cloutier, (R-Heatherbrooke) joined Governor Ruth Ann Minner today in Dover at the signing of Senate Bill 198. This important legislation requires potential buyers of residential property to sign a form affirming that they have been informed of radon hazards and their option to have the property tested.

Senator Cathy Cloutier (R-Heatherbrooke)-Seeks Reelection to Delaware State Senate
08/03/2006 12:00:00 PM
Senator Catherine A. Cloutier (R-Heatherbrooke) announces that she is seeking re-election to the Delaware Senate representing the 5th District in Brandywine Hundred.

Legislators to Fight Pay Raises
06/22/2006 12:00:00 PM
Three members opposed the hikes-Sen. Steven H. Amick, R-Glasgow; Sen. Catherine L. Cloutier, R-Wilmington; and Rep. Stephanie A. Ulbrich, R-Newark.

Sen. Still sponsors legislation to protect military members deployed overseas from higher auto insurance premiums.
06/01/2006 12:00:00 PM
Senate Minority Leader John C. Still (R-Dover) is sponsoring legislation to protect military personnel deployed overseas from facing higher auto insurance premiums upon their return as a result of their military service

Washington Gas Energy Services Introduces New Residential Electricity Offer for Delaware Consumers
4/25/2006 1:30:00 PM
"WGES has created one of the most exciting residential electricity programs ever offered," said Harry Warren, president of Washington Gas Energy Services.

Sen. Still/Rep. Buckworth Financial Aid Fund for Wesley College
4/21/2006 1:30:00 PM
Officials at Wesley College announced today that a significant fund supporting deserving students has been named in honor of two graduates of the College currently serving in the state legislature.

Washington Gas Energy Services, Inc. (WGES) will join members of the Delaware State Senate on Friday, April 21 in a press conference.
4/18/2006 6:15:00 PM
Washington Gas Energy Services, Inc. (WGES) will join members of the Delaware State Senate on Friday, April 21 in a press conference to announce WGES' competitive electricity supply offers for Delaware customers.

2005

Delaware Family Law Commission's Annual Hearing
12/14/2005 8:01:00 AM
Delaware Senate Minority Whip Liane Sorenson, (R) Hockessin, today announced that citizens with concerns about Family Court operations dealing with issues like child support, visitation, etc., have an opportunity to make their opinions heard.

Sen. Still - Healthcare Affordability and Availability: Options for Expanding Access
12/12/2005 5:01:00 AM
People, under age 65, without health insurance are a serious longstanding public policy concern for federal and state lawmakers. Nationwide, about 44 million or 15% of the population perennially lack basic healthcare coverage over a period of time.

Senator Liane Sorenson Recognized for Regional Leadership on Criminal Justice Issues
12/1/2005 8:01:00 AM
Senator Liane Sorenson recently testified before the Massachusetts State Legislature on Delaware's bipartisan efforts to manage the growth of its prison population.

Senator Dori Connor Named 2005 WiLL PACESETTER at National Womens Conference in Washington D.C.
11/23/2005 8:01:00 AM
Delaware State Senator Dorinda A. "Dori" Connor was honored with the 2005 WiLL Pacesetters Award at the WiLL/WAND national conference in Washington D.C.

A Senator's Journal: Giving Thanks At Home
11/18/2005 5:01:00 AM
Senator Still (R-Dover) describes his experience with our military as a member of the 70th tour of the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference (JCOC 70).

Sen. Cloutier and Rep. Valihura Announce Legal Action Against CitiSteel's Environmental Releases
11/15/2005 5:01:00 AM
Sen. Cloutier and Rep.Valihura today announced that DNREC Control officials have begun the criminal legal process against CitiSteel by issuing warrants with respect to the environmental releases from the CitiSteel site in Claymont.

Copeland Calls For Independent Commission to Investigate Recent Prison Reports
9/28/2005 5:45:00 PM
Sen. Charles L. Copeland (R-West Farms) today called for the formation of an independent Prison Commission to investigate the crisis in Delaware's correctional facilities.

Local Senate Leader Attends U.S. Department Of Defense Conference
9/16/2005 4:45:00 AM
Senate Minority Leader John Still (R-Dover) has accepted an invitation from Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld to participate in the Defense Department's Joint Civilian Orientation Conference (JCOC).