ACA refunds: The White House says it will send $500 checks to nearly 1 million people in 30 states, including Delaware, starting in October, claiming the money is returning “overcharges” from federal Obamacare “user fees” that boosted premiums during the Biden era. Delaware privacy update: Delaware signed HB 380, a major overhaul of the Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act that lowers coverage thresholds, expands sensitive-data rules, adds third-party obligations, and tightens requirements for profiling and automated decision-making—effective Jan. 1, 2027. PFAS accountability: Delaware’s Veolia-linked water fight against “forever chemicals” moved forward as a Delaware utility sued nine PFAS makers seeking at least $34.6 million for filtration costs. Care coordination: Beebe Healthcare is expanding its coordinated care model in Sussex with $1.75 million in federal funds to help patients avoid falling through gaps after hospital discharge. School health policy: Delaware passed a law banning energy drink sales on middle and high school campuses during school hours, affecting about 77,000 students. Local health housing: Wilmington officials plan inspections of publicly supported senior housing after residents reported problems including hot water issues, rodents, bedbugs, mold, and broken elevators. Public safety: Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash in Wilmington and a separate prison hanging death at George W. Hill Correctional Facility.