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SB 200

A BOND AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ACT OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE AND CERTAIN OF ITS AUTHORITIES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2026; AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE STATE; APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM THE TRANSPORTATION TRUST FUND; AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS OF THE DELAWARE TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY; APPROPRIATING SPECIAL FUNDS OF THE DELAWARE TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY; APPROPRIATING GENERAL FUNDS OF THE STATE; REPROGRAMMING CERTAIN FUNDS OF THE STATE; SPECIFYING CERTAIN PROCEDURES, CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF SUCH FUNDS; AND AMENDING CERTAIN STATUTORY PROVISIONS.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Bill Bush and 11 co-sponsors

Delaware authorizes billions in general obligation and revenue bonds for fiscal 2026 capital improvements across transportation and state infrastructure projects.

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Bill Summary · SB 200

Legislative bill overview

SB 200 is Delaware's capital improvements and bonding bill for fiscal year 2026, authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds and revenue bonds for infrastructure projects. The legislation appropriates funds from multiple sources including the Transportation Trust Fund, general state revenues, and special funds, while establishing procedures and conditions for spending these capital improvement dollars.

Why is this important

Capital bonds fund major infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, schools, and public facilities that serve citizens for decades. The scale of authorization—requiring general obligation bonds backed by state revenues—represents a significant financial commitment that affects future budgets and taxpayer obligations. The bill's passage indicates the state's priorities for long-term infrastructure investment during this fiscal period.

Potential points of contention

  • Debt burden: General obligation bonds increase state debt and require future taxpayer revenues for repayment; critics may question whether the debt level is sustainable relative to state revenues
  • Project selection and transparency: The broad language doesn't specify individual projects funded, raising questions about which priorities received money and how decisions were made
  • Transportation Trust Fund allocation: Specific appropriations from this dedicated fund may reduce resources available for maintenance of existing infrastructure versus new projects

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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