Posts Tagged ‘State SEnator Ernie Lopez’
Del. Living Donor Protection Act Becomes Law
Delawareans who have donated an organ or tissue will be protected from discrimination by insurance companies, under a bill signed by Governor John Carney. āThe Delaware General Assembly has done important work attempting to prevent discriminatory practices and this bill further protects Delawareans,ā State Senator Ernie Lopez, R-Lewes said. āHaving to pay a higher rate…
Read MoreState Sen. Ernie Lopez, Family Subjected To Intimidation Following Wave Of School Bomb Threats
State Senator Ernie Lopez, R- Lewes – Milton, this week reacted to the unsealing of an indictment against an Italian citizen who is charged with making threats and extorting from the lawmaker and his family. Alessandro Calcagni is charged in connection with bomb threats that were made against schools and airlines several years ago. Lopez…
Read MoreRetired Army General Enters Race For Del. House 20th District
A lifelong Delawarean and long-time Sussex Countian is stepping up to try to keep State House District 20 in Republican hands. Retired Army Colonel Dallas Wingate told WGMD’s Mike Bradley Monday that that his military career matters in this election. “My last post of importance was with the Delaware National Guard as the Operations Chief.…
Read MoreRep. Steve Smyk To Run For State Senate In 6th District
After ten years in the Delaware House of Representatives, Republican Steve Smyk is shifting his focus to run for State Senate. Smyk told WGMD’s Mike Bradley Tuesday that he hopes to serve even more constituents in the redrawn 6th District. State Senator Ernie Lopez, also a Republican, has decided not to seek reelection. “I’ll serve…
Read MoreERA Amendment To Del. Constitution Passes State Senate
An Equal Rights Amendment to the Delaware Constitution would add “race, color and national origin” to the basic rights of Delawareans guaranteed under the Constitution. The State Senate voted unanimously Thursday to support the Amendment, sending it to the House for consideration. Delaware and many other states still do not have specific provisions in their…
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