Promoting freedom, individual liberty, and good governance.
Promoting freedom, individual liberty, and good governance.
Who we are
The Senate Republican Caucus embraces freedom, believes in your rights, and supports diversity in thought, deed and creed.
Did you know?
The state of Maryland prohibits the sale of Delaware-grown sod in its state.
Meet the Members
The Senate Republicans consist of members with experience in small business ownership, public education, law enforcement and agriculture.
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January 19, 2026
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January 16, 2026
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Jan
28
2026
Hocker Introduces Senate Substitute 1 for SB 64 to Ensure RGGI Proceeds Directly Reduce Electric Bills
January
28,
2026
DOVER — Senate Republican Leader Gerald Hocker (R – Ocean View) today introduced Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 64, an updated version of legislation first proposed last year, to clarify that certain revenue generated through the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) […]
Jan
28
2026
Buckson, Harris Introduce Bipartisan Interstate Compacts to Expand Workforce Mobility and Support Military Families
January
28,
2026
DOVER, DE — Three bipartisan pieces of legislation introduced on Wednesday and sponsored by Senator Eric Buckson (R – South Dover) would make it easier for licensed professionals to work across state lines, helping address workforce shortages while providing meaningful support […]
Jan
26
2026
Senator Richardson Encourages Public Comment on Fairness in Girls’ Sports Legislation
January
26,
2026
Committee hearing to be held this Wednesday. DOVER — Senate Bill 215, the Fairness in Girls’ Sports Act, sponsored by Senator Bryant Richardson (R – Seaford), will be considered by the Senate Education Committee on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at […]
Jan
22
2026
Senate Republican Leadership Responds to Governor Meyer’s State of the State Address
January
22,
2026
DOVER, DE — Following Governor Matt Meyer’s State of the State address, Senate Republican Leader Gerald Hocker and Senate Republican Whip Brian Pettyjohn offered the following statements, highlighting areas of agreement while raising concerns about partisan rhetoric and policy characterizations. Statement […]
Jan
28
2026
Hocker Introduces Senate Substitute 1 for SB 64 to Ensure RGGI Proceeds Directly Reduce Electric Bills
January
28,
2026
DOVER — Senate Republican Leader Gerald Hocker (R – Ocean View) today introduced Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 64, an updated version of legislation first proposed last year, to clarify that certain revenue generated through the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) […]
Jan
28
2026
Buckson, Harris Introduce Bipartisan Interstate Compacts to Expand Workforce Mobility and Support Military Families
January
28,
2026
DOVER, DE — Three bipartisan pieces of legislation introduced on Wednesday and sponsored by Senator Eric Buckson (R – South Dover) would make it easier for licensed professionals to work across state lines, helping address workforce shortages while providing meaningful support […]
Jan
26
2026
Senator Richardson Encourages Public Comment on Fairness in Girls’ Sports Legislation
January
26,
2026
Committee hearing to be held this Wednesday. DOVER — Senate Bill 215, the Fairness in Girls’ Sports Act, sponsored by Senator Bryant Richardson (R – Seaford), will be considered by the Senate Education Committee on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at […]
Jan
22
2026
Senate Republican Leadership Responds to Governor Meyer’s State of the State Address
January
22,
2026
DOVER, DE — Following Governor Matt Meyer’s State of the State address, Senate Republican Leader Gerald Hocker and Senate Republican Whip Brian Pettyjohn offered the following statements, highlighting areas of agreement while raising concerns about partisan rhetoric and policy characterizations. Statement […]
Sep
22
2025
Delaware Can and Must Do Better for Small Businesses
Senate Republican Leader Gerald Hocker For decades, Delaware has been called “The Corporate Capital of the World,” but when it comes to small, brick and mortar businesses that form the backbone of our communities, the First State is falling behind. […]
Jun
24
2025
Nutrition, Not Politics, Should Guide SNAP Policy
By Senator Eric Buckson, 16th District As a former physical education and health teacher, I’ve spent much of my career focused on helping people live healthier lives. In the Delaware Senate, I’ve continued that mission by championing legislation to eliminate […]
Jun
6
2025
Home Rule Under Siege – The Delaware General Assembly Must Not Strip Local Authority
By Senate Republican Whip Brian Pettyjohn, Former Council Member and Mayor of the Town of Georgetown Delaware has long respected the principle of home rule, which is the idea that decisions about land use and zoning should be made at […]
May
30
2025
Leave Local Decisions to Local Leaders
By Senate Republican Leader Gerald Hocker, 20th District Local control in Delaware is under attack. The General Assembly is aggressively advancing bills that sideline our counties and municipalities in favor of centralized state power. This session, several bills have come […]
Jan
28
2026
Hocker Introduces Senate Substitute 1 for SB 64 to Ensure RGGI Proceeds Directly Reduce Electric Bills
January
28,
2026
DOVER — Senate Republican Leader Gerald Hocker (R – Ocean View) today introduced Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 64, an updated version of legislation first proposed last year, to clarify that certain revenue generated through the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) […]
Jan
28
2026
Buckson, Harris Introduce Bipartisan Interstate Compacts to Expand Workforce Mobility and Support Military Families
January
28,
2026
DOVER, DE — Three bipartisan pieces of legislation introduced on Wednesday and sponsored by Senator Eric Buckson (R – South Dover) would make it easier for licensed professionals to work across state lines, helping address workforce shortages while providing meaningful support […]
Jan
26
2026
Senator Richardson Encourages Public Comment on Fairness in Girls’ Sports Legislation
January
26,
2026
Committee hearing to be held this Wednesday. DOVER — Senate Bill 215, the Fairness in Girls’ Sports Act, sponsored by Senator Bryant Richardson (R – Seaford), will be considered by the Senate Education Committee on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at […]
Jan
22
2026
Senate Republican Leadership Responds to Governor Meyer’s State of the State Address
January
22,
2026
DOVER, DE — Following Governor Matt Meyer’s State of the State address, Senate Republican Leader Gerald Hocker and Senate Republican Whip Brian Pettyjohn offered the following statements, highlighting areas of agreement while raising concerns about partisan rhetoric and policy characterizations. Statement […]