AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoUtility Costs: Delmarva Power’s proposed $75.8 million rate increase drew public comment in Lewes; the company estimates the average household bill would rise about $8 a month. Another hearing is set for Oct. 21 in Wilmington. Business Taxes: The Delaware House passed a bill raising taxes and fees on LLCs and other businesses by exactly the 25 votes required. The State Chamber warned the added costs could hurt small businesses and startups. Broadband Investment: Gov. Matt Meyer added Verizon’s $43.3 million broadband project to the JobsFirst permitting program. It aims to connect more than 2,000 Delaware homes and businesses. Election 2026: Early voting starts Oct. 22, with sites open across the state through Nov. 1; hours vary by date. Workers’ Compensation: Delaware expects average workers’ compensation loss costs to fall 3.99% in the voluntary market and rates 4.11% in the residual market, effective Dec. 1—the tenth straight annual decrease.
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