Delaware · 153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 144: AN ACT TO AMEND THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF NEW CASTLE RELATING TO PROPERTY TAX RATES.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 144 is a bill introduced in the Delaware House on June 12, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT TO AMEND THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF NEW CASTLE RELATING TO PROPERTY TAX RATES. Primary sponsor: Melissa Minor-Brown (Democratic), Nicole Poore (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (July 30, 2025): Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
This Act amends the Charter of the City of New Castle by authorizing the City Council to levy taxes on real property at varying rates based upon property classification (e.g. residential, commercial, or industrial). H.S. 1 to H.B. 144 clarifies that any taxes on real property must be in “just portions” sufficient to cover the aggregate of the budget.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Minor-Brown | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
| Nicole Poore | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Frank Cooke | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Signed by Governor
- Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
- Reported Out of Committee (Elections & Government Affairs) in Senate with 2 Favorable, 4 On Its Merits
- Assigned to Elections & Government Affairs Committee in Senate
- Passed By House. Votes: 40 YES 1 ABSENT
- was introduced and adopted in lieu of HB 144