HB144

An Act To Amend The Charter Of The City Of New Castle Relating To Property Tax Rates.

Complete·7/30/25

Amends the budget process for the City of New Castle to ensure property tax rates are set just and equally.

Delaware HB144 amends the budget process for the City of New Castle, ensuring the Council levies property taxes in just and equal portions after settling assessments. The Council must meet by the first Monday in July to ascertain the necessary budget for the fiscal year, including expenses for street maintenance, police, tax collection, and trash collection. The bill emphasizes the importance of equitable tax rates on assessed real property to cover the city's budget.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

May 14, 2025

3:00 PM

Administration

History

Jul 30, 2025

Signed by Governor

Jun 25, 2025

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

Jun 18, 2025

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Elections & Government Affairs) in Senate with 2 Favorable, 4 On Its Merits