| SB230 | Pass | This Act creates the option of a supported decision-making agreement for adults who do not need a guardian but who need assistance in gathering information, making decisions, and communicating those decisions. The Act allows these adults, called R...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-15
Signed by Governor |
| SB93 | Pass | This bill establishes an Interagency Committee on Autism and the Delaware Network for Excellence in Autism. Among other things, the Interagency Committee on Autism is charged with a) utilizing evidence-based practices and programs to improve outcomes...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-14
Signed by Governor |
| HB217 | Pass | One of the findings of the Wilmington Public Safety Strategies Commission was that the Wilmington Police Department should enhance its use of firearms investigative and intelligence tools and ballistics technology in investigating and preventing viol...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-14
Signed by Governor |
| HB408 | Pass | This Act requires that no later than school year 2017-2018, all public school sites, excluding charter school sites, that participate in the National School Lunch Program offer breakfast through an alternative service model(s), which may include, but...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-14
Signed by Governor |
| SB205 | Pass | This bill designates the Kalmar Nyckel as the official Tall Ship of Delaware.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-09
Signed by Governor |
| SB181 | Pass | This Act allows designated caregivers to possess and administer, and minor qualifying patients to use, medical marijuana oil for minor qualifying patients on school busses and on the grounds of the preschool, primary, or secondary school in which the...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-07
Signed by Governor |
| SB281 | Pass | This Bill codifies the Delaware Suicide Prevention Coalition.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| SB245 | Pass | This Act adopts the recommendation of the Behavioral and Mental Health Task Force, established in 2015 by Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 29, to establish a Behavioral and Mental Health Commission to provide oversight and monitoring of the provision...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| SB198 | Pass | The continued existence and dissemination of juvenile criminal histories hampers an individual’s ability to be successful and a productive member of society. These criminal histories are a hindrance to employment, education, housing and credit....
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| SB157 | Pass | This legislation will bring the paramedic profession in line with all other medical professions certified through the Division of Professional Regulation Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline. It allows background investigations and disciplinary ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| SB254 | Pass | This bill clarifies the type of charitable games allowed by the law and limits participation in in some games to members of the sponsoring organization.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| HB404 | Pass | In 2011, the State adopted concussion protections for youth involved in sports and athletic activities regulated by the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA) codified at Title 14 Del. C. 303(d). However, the DIAA’s jurisdiction o...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| HB332 | Pass | This bill adds misdemeanor possession and paraphernalia marijuana offenses to the list of violations and offenses for which a person may be eligible for probation before judgment if the person otherwise qualifies for probation before judgment. This b...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| HB195 | Pass | This bill creates the crime of unlawful use of an unmanned aircraft system. The bill prohibits unmanned aircraft systems from flying over sporting events, concerts, automobile races, festivals, and events at which more than 5000 people are in attenda...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| HB308 | Pass | This bill is in response to the recent Delaware Superior Court decision of Simpson v. State of Delaware and Government Employees Insurance Company, 2016 WL 425010 (Del. Super. Ct. Jan. 28, 2016). In the Simpson decision, the Court noted the need for ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| SB188 | Pass | This bill transfers the Court Appointed Special Advocate Program to the Office of the Child Advocate creating one office in this State that provides legal representation to children. The bill updates the law to reflect the practices of the Office of ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| HB405 | Pass | Recognizing that a criminal charge can dramatically alter a juvenile's future chances of employment and education, this bill seeks to prevent first-time juvenile offenders charged with certain minor misdemeanors from entering into the system by provi...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| SB294 | Pass | Since 1990, under 18 Delaware Code, Section 708, Delaware insurance customers have paid a supplemental 0.25% on premiums for most insurance. Each year, the tax generates approximately $8 million that is intended to benefit county and municipal police...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| HB211 | Pass | This Act limits the use of shackles and other physical restraints on children appearing in juvenile delinquency proceedings except in situations where the court determines that the use of restraints is necessary and there are no less restrictive alte...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-06
Signed by Governor |
| HB376 | Pass | This bill establishes the pilotage rates for the Pilots’ Association for the Bay and River Delaware for 2017, 2018, and 2019.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-02
Signed by Governor |
| HB397 | Pass | This Act creates a Delaware Commission on Indian Heritage and Culture.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-01
Signed by Governor |
| HB400 | Pass | This bill expands upon Senate Bill No. 90 of this General Assembly, known as “Rylie’s Law,” by classifying pain, anxiety, or depression, if related to a terminal illness, as a qualifying condition in the Delaware Medical Marijuana A...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-31
Signed by Governor |
| HB302 | Pass | Currently many drivers, particularly novice drivers, ignore the laws prohibiting texting and handheld-phone use while driving, and the penalties are not enough to discourage such behavior. This bill increases the penalties for the improper use of ele...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-31
Signed by Governor |
| HB363 | Pass | In the 147th General Assembly, the state employee pension law was amended to permit corrections officers employed in positions that are classified as Hazardous Duty Level A-1 to retire at 25 years without any reduction. Those employees will pay a hig...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-30
Signed by Governor |
| SB265 | Pass | This bill establishes an Inclusive Statewide Stroke Care System to improve stroke care and survival in the State of Delaware. This bill requires the Secretary of Health and Social Services to designate acute health care facilities that meet certain a...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-30
Signed by Governor |
| HB290 | Pass | This Act is the result of the findings of the Lyme Disease Prevention Task Force (“the Task Force”). On June 1, 2015, the Task Force issued a report that made several recommendations. One of the recommendations was to “[d]evelop on ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-29
Signed by Governor |
| SB221 | Pass | This Act is designed to further promote the purpose of 16 Del. C. Chapter 96 (as amended). The intent is to advance the number of work opportunities made available to Delawareans with disabilities beyond those offered through State Use Law by present...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-29
Signed by Governor |
| HB291 | Pass | Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and transmitted through the bite of an infected tick. Typical symptoms include fatigue, fever, and headache. Without treatment, the infection can damage the joints, heart, and central nervo...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-29
Signed by Governor |
| SB259 | Pass | The bill authorizes the Division of Public Health (DPH) to provide a Syringe Exchange Program (SEP) statewide. The bill lifts the geographic restriction on the program which is currently limited to the City of Wilmington, and expands the membership o...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-11
Signed by Governor |
| HB435 | Pass | This Act seeks to strengthen certain aspects of Title 14 of the Delaware Code with respect to charter school audits and seeks to improve the relevant sections of the Title for consistency and cross-reference of terms. The Act allows charter schools t...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-11
Signed by Governor |
| HB250 | Pass | In 2014, the Legislature passed a bill adding instances of “reported and recorded” bullying to the list of reasons why a child could be withdrawn from a choice or charter school before the expiration of the statutory minimum enrollment pe...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| HB194 | Pass | The expansion of modern drinking water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems by local governments and regulated utilities is of paramount importance to the protection and conservation of the water resources of Delaware. This bill enc...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB246 | Pass | The Omnibus School Safety Program under Title 29, Chapter 82, 8237(g) requires a yearly progress report to be submitted to the General Assembly by May 31. The Department of Safety and Homeland Security has determined that the due date does not coinc...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| HB197 | Pass | The additional language in the statute specifically citing ‘members of the General Assembly’ creates a loophole in the law which requires lobbyists to report campaign contributions given to elected state officials (Governor, Lt. Governor,...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB280 | Pass | An Act To Authorize The Transfer Of Certain Properties Located In The Town Of Smyrna.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB213 | Pass | At least 26 states have enacted legislation requiring the study or development of curricula for educating educators, students, and parents about personal body safety and child sexual abuse awareness and prevention.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB216 | Pass | This bill reflects current practice within Family Court as to how and when one files for Extended Jurisdiction. This bill provides for a petition for extended jurisdiction to be filed by the youth who will be or was in foster care at age 18 or by the...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| HB364 | Pass | The Electronic Funds Transfer Act (“EFTA”) was originally drafted to govern only consumer wire transfers. As a result, 4A-108 of Title 6 of the Delaware Code excluded fund transfers governed by EFTA from the scope of Article 4A of Title ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB274 | Pass | This legislation authorizes and facilitates the environmentally friendly collection of certain electronic devices, with provisions that account for public safety considerations.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| HB305 | Pass | This bill amends Title 18, Chapter 58, by adding a higher RBC standard for trend testing from 2.5 to 3.0 for a life insurance company, health insurance company, or a fraternal benefit society. The bill’s language comes directly from the NAIC Ri...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| HB392 | Pass | At the recommendation of the Joint Sunset Committee, this Act establishes the Reports Appeals Subcommittee to hear and decide appeals of the State Election Commissioner’s decisions regarding tardy and incomplete reports. This Act takes effect ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB262 | Pass | The purpose of this Chapter is to ensure the safety, reliability and cost-effectiveness of rides provided by Transportation Network Company Drivers within the State of Delaware and to preserve and enhance access to these important transportation opti...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| HB407 | Pass | This bill clarifies provisions for compensation and benefits, and sets reimbursement rates for soldiers and airmen while serving during a non-emergency. It requires that soldiers and airmen serving in the Delaware National Guard who request an honora...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| HB395 | Pass | Pursuant to longstanding United States Supreme Court precedent, it is unconstitutional to require a person to be a resident of the voting state, district, or municipality for any length of time that exceeds the time necessary to effectively register ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB55 | Pass | This Bill extends the number of days for an emergency ex parte order from 10 days to 15 days. Currently, an ex parte order is issued and a full hearing is scheduled within 10 days. This can be insufficient time to effectuate service of the order and ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB192 | Pass | Under current law, an unlicensed person is only authorized to deliver medications to essential workers and their families. This legislation will expand and enhance the ability of the Division of Public Health to respond to public health emergencies r...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB282 | Pass | This Act allows the Town Treasurer to allow another bonded person to physically deposit the Town’s money.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB284 | Pass | In 2002, Delaware adopted the Uniform Interstate Enforcement of Domestic-Violence Protection Orders Act (UIEDVPOA), 1049 through 1049F of Title 10 of the Delaware Code, to enforce domestic protection orders of other states. In 2011, the Uniform Law ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB266 | Pass | This bill establishes the Delaware Motion Picture and Television Development Commission in the code. It was formerly established by a joint resolution; so, this bill makes the commission more permanent.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
| SB264 | Pass | This Bill makes changes to the method of selection of members of the Adult Correction Health Care Review Committee, clarifying that members be appointed by the Governor and providing that particular organizations may make recommendations to the Gover...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-08-10
Signed by Governor |
