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SB 337

AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR CERTAIN GRANTS-IN-AID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2027; SPECIFYING CERTAIN PROCEDURES, CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF SUCH FUNDS; AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 APPROPRIATIONS ACT; AND AMENDING CERTAIN STATUTORY PROVISIONS.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 9 co-sponsors

Delaware SB 337 authorizes and allocates grants-in-aid for FY 2026-2027 with detailed spending conditions and updated statutory provisions.

Passed By House. Votes: 39 YES 2 ABSENT
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Bill Summary · SB 337

Overview

SB 337 is an appropriations bill for the State of Delaware for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. It focuses on grants-in-aid, specifying procedures, conditions, and limitations for the expenditure of funds, and it amends the FY 2027 Appropriations Act as well as certain statutory provisions. The bill has been introduced in the Senate and referred to the Finance Committee, with a list of sponsors and coalitions supporting its passage. It was reported out of the Finance Committee on June 30, 2026, on its merits.

Purpose and Intent

  • To authorize and appropriate funds for grants-in-aid for the FY 2026-2027 budget year (ending June 30, 2027).
  • To establish specific procedures, conditions, and limitations governing how these funds are spent.
  • To amend the FY 2027 Appropriations Act and certain statutory provisions to reflect the new appropriations and related requirements.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Grants-in-Aid Allocations: The bill designates money to be distributed as grants-in-aid to eligible recipients (which typically include state agencies, local governments, nonprofit organizations, or other entities as defined in Delaware’s appropriations framework). The exact grant amounts, eligible recipients, and funding categories would be specified in the bill or accompanying fiscal schedules.
  • Expenditure Conditions: The bill imposes procedural requirements and limitations on the use of the appropriated grant funds. This may include:
    • Eligibility criteria for grantees.
    • Performance or reporting requirements to ensure funds are used for approved purposes.
    • Time-bound disbursement schedules or milestones tied to funding.
    • Compliance with state procurement, audit, and accountability standards.
  • Amendments to FY 2027 Appropriations Act: The bill makes changes to the existing FY 2027 appropriations framework to incorporate the new grants-in-aid and any updated fiscal provisions. This could adjust line items, funding totals, or programmatic authorizations previously enacted.
  • Statutory Modifications: The bill amends specific statutory provisions to align with the new appropriations, which may affect administrative processes, grant administration, or statutory authority for expenditure.

Affected Parties

  • State government agencies administering grants-in-aid.
  • Local government entities and eligible organizations receiving grants.
  • State budget officers and accountants responsible for implementing and reporting on appropriations.
  • Auditors and compliance officers overseeing grant expenditures.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction and Assignment: SB 337 was introduced and assigned to the Senate Finance Committee.
  • Committee Action: Reported out of the Senate Finance Committee on June 30, 2026, with a favorable “On Its Merits” recommendation (5 in favor).
  • Effective Date: As an appropriations and statutory modification bill, the effective date would typically be upon enactment or on a specified later date, with implementation tied to the FY 2027 fiscal year (funds available for use through June 30, 2027). The bill may include transitional provisions if it changes existing grants or procedures mid-fiscal year.

Potential Impacts

  • Increased or reallocated funding for grants-in-aid, potentially expanding or restructuring ongoing state-supported programs.
  • clearer, more stringent oversight and accountability for how grant funds are spent.
  • streamlined or updated administrative processes related to grant administration and reporting.
  • adjustments to statutory authorities guiding grant programs, potentially affecting eligibility and compliance requirements for recipients.

Notes

  • Specific dollar amounts, grant categories, eligibility criteria, and detailed procedural requirements are not provided in the summary available here. The bill would include those details in its text and any accompanying fiscal notes.

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

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