Delaware Bills

passed both · Delaware · House May 16, 2024

HCR 134: DESIGNATING MAY AS NATIONAL CRITICAL CARE AWARENESS AND RECOGNITION MONTH.

This legislative resolution designates the month of May as National Critical Care Awareness and Recognition Month in Delaware. It aims to honor the dedication of medical professionals who treat patients with life-threatening conditions in intensive care units. The bill does not change laws or funding but serves to publicly acknowledge the efforts of critical care teams and raise awareness about their vital work.

Krista Griffith (D) Valerie Giltner (R) Bill Carson (D) Stell Selby (D) Mike Ramone (R)

passed both · Delaware · Senate May 16, 2024

SCR 158: PROCLAIMING MAY 16, 2024, AS “HOME CARE ADVOCACY DAY” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This Concurrent Resolution proclaims May 16, 2024, as "Home Care Advocacy Day" in Delaware to recognize the dedication and hard work of caregivers, to emphasize the critical importance of access to quality home care services for Delaware’s aging residents to live independently and age with dignity, and to advocate for policies and resources that support the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care in the home setting.

passed both · Delaware · Senate May 16, 2024

SCR 165: PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF MAY 2024 AS "COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This bill designates May 2024 as "Community Action Month" in Delaware to recognize the work of Community Action Agencies. It specifically highlights the state's First State Community Action Agency, which has operated since 1966 to help residents facing poverty through housing assistance, job training, and utility support. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of these organizations' efforts rather than creating new laws or funding.

passed · Delaware · House May 16, 2024

HB 272: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 6 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO VETERANS' BENEFITS AND TRADE PRACTICES.

This act regulates persons who receive compensation for advising or assisting with veterans' benefits earned by serving our nation in the military. This bill would not prohibit persons or business entities from receiving compensation for advice to Veterans that is unrelated to veteran claims or services available to veterans from the V.A. or its accredited agencies. Investment, insurance, banking, and other advice or services not provided by the V.A., or its accredited agencies may be obtained by veterans and fees charged for such services.

passed both · Delaware · Senate May 16, 2024

SCR 161: DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF MAY 13-17, 2024, AS "CHARTER SCHOOLS WEEK" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This Senate Concurrent Resolution designates the week of May 13-17, 2024, as "Charter Schools Week" in the State of Delaware and commends Delaware's public charter schools for their efforts in educating Delaware students.

passed both · Delaware · House May 15, 2024

HCR 132: RECOGNIZING MAY 18, 2024, AS "ARMED FORCES DAY".

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that designates May 18, 2024, as Armed Forces Day in Delaware. It does not create new laws, change policies, or affect any specific groups of people beyond honoring military service members. The measure simply acknowledges the date to recognize the contributions of past and present armed forces personnel.

passed both · Delaware · House May 15, 2024

HCR 133: DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF MAY 12 TO MAY 18 AS "NATIONAL SKILLED NURSING CARE WEEK" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This bill designates the week of May 12 to May 18, 2024, as National Skilled Nursing Care Week in Delaware. The resolution formally recognizes the contributions of staff at skilled nursing facilities and encourages community members to participate in related events. It highlights the importance of these care centers for the state's aging population but does not change any laws or policies.

passed both · Delaware · House May 15, 2024

HCR 126: RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF MAY 2024 AS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH.

This bill designates May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Delaware to highlight the importance of mental well-being across all age groups. It calls on citizens and government agencies to increase awareness and support for mental health resources, citing statistics on the prevalence of mental illness and the impact of the pandemic. The resolution also references recent legislative efforts to fund mental health counselors in schools, emphasizing the need for early identification and treatment of mental health conditions.

passed both · Delaware · House May 15, 2024

HCR 131: RECOGNIZING MAY 15, 2024, AS YOUTH PREVENTION DAY IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This bill designates May 15, 2024, as Youth Prevention Day in Delaware to raise awareness about substance misuse and mental health issues among young people. The resolution encourages state agencies and community organizations to share evidence-based prevention resources and engage youth in age-appropriate support programs. It is based on statistics highlighting the prevalence of drug, alcohol, and tobacco use among adolescents and recent discussions involving local students and policymakers.

passed both · Delaware · House May 14, 2024

HCR 100: RECOGNIZING MAY 10TH AS “MAJOR GEORGE S. WELCH DAY”.

This bill designates May 10th as "Major George S. Welch Day" to honor the Delaware-born World War II pilot. It recognizes his historical significance as one of the few pilots to take off during the Pearl Harbor attack and his subsequent heroism. The resolution serves as a formal state acknowledgment of his service and legacy rather than implementing new laws or regulations.

passed · Delaware · House May 14, 2024

HB 351: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 21 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE REMOVAL OF MOTOR VEHICLES FROM PRIVATE OR PUBLIC PROPERTY BY PRIVATE TOW COMPANIES.

This Act creates a new chapter in Title 21 pertaining to the towing of vehicles without the consent of the owner or operator. It makes violations of the chapter an unlawful practice enforceable by the Consumer Protection Unit of the Department of Justice. The Act creates the following requirements for the towing and storage of vehicles without the consent of the owner or operator: Photographic evidence must be taken to document the unauthorized parking of a vehicle before it can be towed. Tow companies and storage facilities must publicly display their rates. Towing and storage rates must be reasonable, with reasonableness calculated in relation to the fees imposed by the companies for consensual towing and storage or based on average rates in the county. A maximum total towing and storage rate of $500 is imposed. Tow companies must decouple or drop vehicles that have not been removed from parking areas if the owner returns before removal. The drop fee may not be more than 50% of the tow fee. Storage facilities must be open or accessible to the public from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. five days a week, and tow companies must make reasonable accommodations to redeem vehicles after-hours. Individuals must be allowed to retrieve at no cost personal belongings from vehicles held in storage. Tow companies and storage facilities must accept credit cards. Where a tow is completed in violation of the chapter, the owner or operator is entitled to both reimbursement of the tow and storage fees as well as damages incurred to retrieve an illegally towed vehicle. Tow companies are liable for property damage sustained due to a non-consensual tow or storage. Tow companies may not patrol for illegally parked cars. Tow companies may not pay or give other benefits to obtain information about cars parked without authorization.

passed both · Delaware · Senate May 14, 2024

SCR 164: DESIGNATING MAY 16, 2024, AS “GLOBAL ACCESSIBILITY AWARENESS DAY” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This resolution designates May 16, 2024, as "Global Accessibility Awareness Day" in the State of Delaware, affirms the importance of making the internet and technology accessible to all, and encourages expanded efforts to keep Delaware residents properly informed about the need for equitable digital access and inclusion.

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