Directing The Department Of Health And Social Services To Conduct A Review Of Statewide Benefit Cliffs And Identify Actionable Strategies To Alleviate Cliff Effects That Contribute To Alice Outcomes.

The bill directs the Department of Health and Social Services in Delaware to review the challenges people face when they lose benefits as their income increases, known as 'benefit cliffs.' It aims to find practical solutions to help those affected, particularly individuals and families who are struggling to make ends meet, often referred to as ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) outcomes.

DE SCR102 is a senate bill in the Delaware 153rd General Assembly, sponsored by Daniel Cruce (D), currently “Engrossed” since June 12, 2025.

We track 1,296 Delaware bills this session, 17 of them sponsored by Daniel Cruce.

The key recorded vote (House, June 25, 2025) ended 0–0 and passed.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is a crucial step toward supporting low-income families by addressing the financial challenges they face when they earn slightly more income. By identifying actionable strategies to ease benefit cliffs, this legislation could help many Delawareans achieve greater financial stability without the fear of losing essential support.

Critics may argue that the bill could lead to increased government spending and dependency on state assistance programs. They might also contend that focusing on benefit cliffs could divert attention from broader economic issues that need to be addressed to create long-term solutions for poverty and income inequality.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.