Delaware 153rd General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

HB 50 — Delaware Energy Fund/Create/LIHEAP Supplemental

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced April 10, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Odds of enactment

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Summary

This Act addresses energy costs to consumers by redirecting certain funds to supplement the existing Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and by creating the Delaware Energy Fund to provide assistance to consumers whose household income is less than 350% of the federal poverty level. The Delaware Energy Fund will be administered by the SEU and recipients of assistance from the fund will also be required to participate in energy savings and efficiency programs. This Act sunsets 3 years after its enactment.

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Action History

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 61 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (61)

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Subjects

public-safety energy
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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 50 do?
This Act addresses energy costs to consumers by redirecting certain funds to supplement the existing Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and by creating the Delaware Energy Fund to provide assistance to consumers whose household income is less than 350% of the federal poverty level. The Delaware Energy Fund will be administered by the SEU and recipients of assistance from the fund will also be required to participate in energy savings and efficiency programs. This Act sunsets 3 years after its enactment.
Who sponsors HB 50?
HB 50 is sponsored by Debra Heffernan (Democratic).
What is the current status of HB 50?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced April 10, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB 50?
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