Creative Economy

Delaware’s Certificate of Arts Excellence

On March 17, 2026, Senator Dan Cruce (District 1; Primary Sponsor) and Representative Mara Gorman (District 23; Co-prime sponsor) introduced SB260, legislation to establish Delaware’s “Certificate of Arts Excellence” for high school students.   Senate Bill 260 would help formally recognize high school students’ sustained achievements in the arts, beginning in the 2027-2028 school year, thereby promoting arts education and supporting…

2026 March for the Arts

On March 19, 100+ Delaware artists, educators, advocates, and policymakers convened in Legislative Hall to “March for the Arts”, to celebrate arts education throughout the state and recognize the critical role that the arts play in providing a well-rounded education for Delaware’s youth.   Access the event agenda here.   Photo Credit to: Delaware Senate & House Democrats Flickr, DDOA’s Izzy Cocuzza, and…

Delaware Ticketing Legislation

On March 5, 2026, Senator Ray Seigfried (District 5; Primary sponsor) and Representative Melanie Ross-Levin (District 10; Co-prime sponsor) introduced updated legislation to regulate third party ticket sales in Delaware.   Senate Substitute 2 (SS2) for Senate Bill 181 (SS2 for SB181) would codify consumer protections against third party ticket fraud. Key components of the bill include:  The cap on resale over…