An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Campaign Expenditures.

Delaware House Bill 448 aims to update the regulations surrounding campaign expenditures in the state. This legislation is designed to clarify and potentially restrict how campaign funds can be spent by candidates and political committees. By amending existing laws, the bill seeks to ensure transparency and accountability in campaign financing.

DE HB448 is a house bill in the Delaware 153rd General Assembly, sponsored by Melissa Minor-Brown (D), currently “Passed” since August 20, 2026.

We track 1,296 Delaware bills this session, 45 of them sponsored by Melissa Minor-Brown.

The key recorded vote (Senate, July 1, 2026) ended 14–6 and passed.

Supporters of HB 448 would highlight that this bill promotes transparency in campaign financing, ensuring that voters are informed about how candidates are using their funds. They would argue that by tightening regulations on expenditures, the bill helps to reduce the influence of money in politics and fosters a more equitable electoral process.

Critics of HB 448 might argue that the bill imposes unnecessary restrictions on candidates and could limit their ability to effectively campaign. They may contend that such regulations could hinder grassroots efforts and disproportionately affect those with fewer resources, ultimately stifling democratic participation.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.