Delaware
Public process
Last checked 2026-05-05
61
Total eligible tracts
22
Rural eligible
16
Max designations (25%)
56
Days to nomination window
Nomination process
Formstack nomination portal launched March 2026. Community nomination deadline May 15, 2026. Governor may nominate maximum 25 tracts.
State deadline: 2026-05-15
Eligible tracts
| County | Eligible tracts |
|---|---|
| New Castle County | 39 |
| Sussex County | 14 |
| Kent County | 8 |
How to influence the nomination
Detailed coalition checklist at /how-to-advocate. Steps specific to Delaware will appear here once the state process is documented.
Who to contact
Eligible tract counts: IRS Rev. Proc. 2026-14 (April 6, 2026). Rural designation: Notice 2025-50, Section 4.01. Status tier last verified 2026-05-05. Full methodology.