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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Senator Buckson Delivers Remarks on Medically-Assisted Suicide Legislation
June 21, 2024
Senator Pettyjohn Questions Everytown for Gun Safety Lawyer
March 20, 2024
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Nov
21
2024
Delaware’s leadership is key to NIL reform
Delaware may be one of the smallest states in the country, but passion for college sports looms large here. As the fall sports season is in full swing, you’ll find fans across the state cheering for the Blue Hens and […]
Nov
21
2024
Delaware Senate Republicans Select Leadership
November
21,
2024
Senator Hocker again selected as Republican Leader, Senator Pettyjohn Republican Whip DOVER, DE – On Thursday, November 21, 2024, members of the Senate Republican Caucus reaffirmed their leadership team heading into the 153rd General Assembly. Senator Gerald Hocker (R-Ocean View) […]
Sep
9
2024
10 Best Practices for Improving Educational Performance in Delaware
September
9,
2024
Senator Eric Buckson Every four years, politicians and bureaucratic think tanks far removed from the classroom introduce “next” best practices to replace those that did not previously work. This cycle has directly contributed to Delaware’s declining test scores. Couple this […]
Aug
21
2024
Senator Hocker: Letter to Sec. Shawn Garvin Regarding Dunes at Indian River Inlet
August
21,
2024
Dear Secretary Garvin, I am writing to express my serious concerns regarding the recent breaches in the protective dunes near the Indian River Inlet. The most recent breach, which consequently closed the northbound lane of Route 1 due to flooding, […]
Nov
21
2024
Delaware’s leadership is key to NIL reform
Delaware may be one of the smallest states in the country, but passion for college sports looms large here. As the fall sports season is in full swing, you’ll find fans across the state cheering for the Blue Hens and […]
Nov
21
2024
Delaware Senate Republicans Select Leadership
November
21,
2024
Senator Hocker again selected as Republican Leader, Senator Pettyjohn Republican Whip DOVER, DE – On Thursday, November 21, 2024, members of the Senate Republican Caucus reaffirmed their leadership team heading into the 153rd General Assembly. Senator Gerald Hocker (R-Ocean View) […]
Sep
9
2024
10 Best Practices for Improving Educational Performance in Delaware
September
9,
2024
Senator Eric Buckson Every four years, politicians and bureaucratic think tanks far removed from the classroom introduce “next” best practices to replace those that did not previously work. This cycle has directly contributed to Delaware’s declining test scores. Couple this […]
Aug
21
2024
Senator Hocker: Letter to Sec. Shawn Garvin Regarding Dunes at Indian River Inlet
August
21,
2024
Dear Secretary Garvin, I am writing to express my serious concerns regarding the recent breaches in the protective dunes near the Indian River Inlet. The most recent breach, which consequently closed the northbound lane of Route 1 due to flooding, […]
Nov
21
2024
Delaware’s leadership is key to NIL reform
Delaware may be one of the smallest states in the country, but passion for college sports looms large here. As the fall sports season is in full swing, you’ll find fans across the state cheering for the Blue Hens and […]
Aug
27
2023
New Climate Change Law, Action Plan, Could Have Sweeping Impacts on State Spending and Priorities
By Rep. Charles Postles and Sen. Gerald Hocker Governor John Carney recently signed legislation that could cost Delaware residents and businesses millions of dollars annually in higher taxes and increased expenses. House Bill 99, the “Delaware Climate Change Solutions Act […]
Aug
21
2023
Fossil fuel lawsuit could impede business prosperity in Delaware
By Senator Brian Pettyjohn As concerns over climate change continue to grow, governments, businesses and individuals worldwide are taking steps to prioritize climate change and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. However, here in our state, it is important to strike a balance […]
Jul
12
2023
Delawareans Don’t Need Another Government Mandate
By Senator Dave Lawson It’s been over a decade since a Senate seat opened in the First State. With Senator Carper announcing his retirement, there is a rare opportunity in our state to have a conversation about what kind of […]
Nov
21
2024
Delaware Senate Republicans Select Leadership
November
21,
2024
Senator Hocker again selected as Republican Leader, Senator Pettyjohn Republican Whip DOVER, DE – On Thursday, November 21, 2024, members of the Senate Republican Caucus reaffirmed their leadership team heading into the 153rd General Assembly. Senator Gerald Hocker (R-Ocean View) […]
Aug
21
2024
Senator Hocker: Letter to Sec. Shawn Garvin Regarding Dunes at Indian River Inlet
August
21,
2024
Dear Secretary Garvin, I am writing to express my serious concerns regarding the recent breaches in the protective dunes near the Indian River Inlet. The most recent breach, which consequently closed the northbound lane of Route 1 due to flooding, […]
Jul
31
2024
Delaware Senate Republicans Support ChristianaCare’s Lawsuit Challenging HB 350
July
31,
2024
DOVER, DE — The Delaware State Senate Republican Caucus issued the following statement declaring support for ChristianaCare’s recent lawsuit challenging House Bill 350. “On July 29, 2024, ChristianaCare, Delaware’s largest hospital system, announced that it had filed a lawsuit challenging […]
Jul
25
2024
State Senator Brian Pettyjohn Calls for Comprehensive Audit of Credential Verification Process for Child Counselors
July
25,
2024
DOVER, DE — In light of a recent disturbing incident reported by WHYY, where a child counselor in Delaware was charged with abuse and had presented a bogus degree as his credential, State Senator Brian Pettyjohn (R – Georgetown), a […]