Delaware Bills

signed · Delaware · Senate Jun 30, 2024

SB 327: AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR CERTAIN GRANTS-IN-AID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2025; SPECIFYING CERTAIN PROCEDURES, CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF SUCH FUNDS; AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025 APPROPRIATIONS ACT; AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025 ONE-TIME SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS ACT; AND AMENDING CERTAIN STATUTORY PROVISIONS.

This Act provides supplementary appropriations to certain Grants-in-Aid recipients for Fiscal Year 2025. Section 1 – Government Units and Senior Centers $ 34,521,948 Section 2 – One-Times and Community Agencies $ 51,643,425 Section 3 – Fire Companies and Public Service Ambulance Companies $ 11,634,433 Section 4 – Veterans Organizations $ 698,220 GRAND TOTAL $ 98,498,026

Frank Cooke (D) Charles Postles (R) Nicole Poore (D) Jack Walsh (D) Trey Paradee (D)

failed · Delaware · Senate Jun 30, 2024

SR 22: REQUESTING SENATE LEADERSHIP CONSIDER NONPARTISAN SEATING ARRANGEMENTS IN THE SENATE CHAMBER FOR FUTURE GENERAL ASSEMBLIES.

This Senate Resolution encourages Senate leadership to consider a nonpartisan seating arrangement in the Senate Chamber for future General Assemblies.

signed · Delaware · Senate Jun 30, 2024

SB 235: AN ACT TO AMEND CHAPTER 26, TITLE 21 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE ACT.

This Act brings the State in compliance with the federal regulation published by FMCSA on October 7, 2021, to establish a national drug and alcohol clearinghouse as mandated by the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21). This act established requirements for Division access to and use of driver-specific drug and alcohol program violation information contained in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. The Act prohibits the Division from issuing, renewing, upgrading, or transferring a commercial driver license (CDL) or commercial learner’s permit (CLP), as applicable, for any individual prohibited under FMCSA regulations from driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), due to one or more drug and alcohol program violations. In addition, the Division must, upon notification that a driver is prohibited from operating a CMV due to a drug and alcohol program violation, initiate the downgrade process to remove the CLP or CDL privilege from the driver’s license within 60 days. This Federal requirement must be enacted by states by November 18, 2024.

signed · Delaware · Senate Jun 30, 2024

SB 252: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 14 RELATING TO EDUCATOR PREPARATION PROGRAMS.

Senate Substitute No. 1 for Senate Bill No. 252 is identical to Senate Bill No. 252 except that SS 1 for SB 252 corrects a spelling error in the synopsis to avoid confusion. This Act requires that the Department of Education (Department) perform audits of educator preparation programs (program) to assess compliance with the evidence-based reading instruction requirements, known as the "science of reading", that were enacted on June 30, 2021, by Senate Bill No. 133 (151st). If a program is not compliant with these requirements, the audit findings must specifically identify each area in which the program is not compliant, and the Department must require that the program take corrective action for each non-compliant area. If a program is compliant with all of the science of reading requirements, the Department shall award the program a specific distinction. This Act also requires that the Department use these audits to identify how teacher preparation in reading instruction can be improved and that the audit findings be included in the reports the Department already publishes about educator preparation programs.

passed both · Delaware · House Jun 30, 2024

HCR 88: DESIGNATING MARCH 8TH, 2024 AS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY IN DELAWARE.

This bill designates March 8, 2024, as International Women's Day in the state of Delaware. It directly affects all Delaware residents by encouraging them to celebrate and acknowledge the contributions of women throughout the state and nation. The resolution highlights the historical achievements of women, including current state legislators, and calls for a day of commemoration rather than implementing new laws or policies.

signed · Delaware · Senate Jun 30, 2024

SB 248: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 19 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE INSURANCE PROGRAM.

This Act clarifies that for purposes of the Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program, where an employee is leased by an employee leasing company or a professional employment organization, "employer" refers to the employer client of the employee leasing company or professional employment organization, and not to the employee leasing company or professional employment organization. This Act is a substitute for and differs from Senate Bill No. 248 by omitting language concerning whether individuals covered by certain collective bargaining agreements are "employees" for purposes of the Program.

passed both · Delaware · House Jun 30, 2024

HCR 121: DEDICATING THE MONTH OF APRIL 2024 AS “FINANCIAL LITERACY MONTH”.

This bill designates April 2024 as "Financial Literacy Month" in Delaware to raise awareness about personal finance education. It highlights the importance of teaching financial skills in schools to help students make better decisions about money, college, and careers. The resolution calls for collaboration among educators, businesses, and community groups to promote financial knowledge across the state. While it does not create new laws or funding, it serves as a symbolic recognition of the need for improved financial education.

passed both · Delaware · House Jun 30, 2024

HCR 161: RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024 AS GLUTEN-FREE DIET AWARENESS MONTH.

This bill designates November 2024 as Gluten-Free Diet Awareness Month in Delaware to honor the importance of safe food environments for individuals with celiac disease and other gluten-related conditions. It highlights the health risks associated with untreated celiac disease, such as malnutrition and bone weakness, and acknowledges the legal protections required for schools to accommodate these dietary needs. The resolution serves as a formal recognition of the community's efforts to support those who must avoid gluten due to medical necessity or sensitivity.

signed · Delaware · House Jun 30, 2024

HB 373: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 29 OF THE DELAWARE CODE TO ENABLE THE OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY TO SOLICIT AND RECEIVE FUNDS TO FURTHER ITS SAFETY MISSION.

This Act amends Chapter 49 of Title 29 to enable the Office of Highway Safety to solicit and receive subscriptions, donations, and other funds from individuals or organizations for the purpose of implementing highway safety programs and projects that support the mission of reducing traffic fatalities and injuries in Delaware.

passed both · Delaware · House Jun 30, 2024

HCR 163: HONORING THE MARINE CORPS 249TH BIRTHDAY ON NOVEMBER 10, 2024.

This legislative resolution recognizes November 10, 2024, as the date to honor the 249th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. It calls on residents of Delaware to reflect on and celebrate the service and sacrifices of current and former Marines. The measure does not alter any laws or policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the branch's history and contributions.

passed · Delaware · House Jun 30, 2024

HR 35: DESIGNATING JUNE, 2024 AS BLACK MUSIC APPRECIATION MONTH .

This bill designates June 2024 as Black Music Appreciation Month within the state of Delaware. It serves as a formal recognition of African American musical contributions, including genres such as gospel, blues, jazz, and hip hop. The resolution does not change laws or allocate funding but simply acknowledges the historical and cultural significance of Black music in American history.

failed · Delaware · House Jun 30, 2024

HB 301: AN ACT PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO SECTION 11, ARTICLE I OF THE DELAWARE CONSTITUTION RELATING TO PROHIBITING THE IMPOSITION OF THE DEATH PENALTY.

This Act is the first leg of an amendment to the Delaware Constitution to prohibit the imposition of the death penalty. This Act requires a greater than majority vote for passage because § 1 of Article XVI of the Delaware Constitution requires the affirmative vote of two-thirds of the members elected to each house of the General Assembly when the General Assembly amends the Delaware Constitution.

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