Senate Bill 75, now awaiting a House vote, would limit how Delaware counties regulate marijuana businesses by setting statewide standards for zoning, hours, and permitting. The bill aims to ensure medical marijuana centers with retail licenses can operate without excessive local restrictions.

The Delaware River Basin Commission has declared a water supply emergency and issued special permits to coordinate reservoir operations and protect water resources amid ongoing rainfall deficits. These measures aim to address potential drought conditions, by aligning with state drought responses and increasing water conservation across the region.