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{"bill_id":217251,"bill_number":"HB2","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Healthy Children Program.","description":"This bill extends Delaware’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) to include reduced-cost health insurance coverage for children only of families with personal incomes up to 300% of the Federal Poverty Level, confirms that the CHIP shall continue to provide health insurance coverage for children of families with personal incomes at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, and permits recipients of health care services under the CHIP to pay for any required premium health insurance charges by any commercially-accepted means, including by cash, check or charge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-06","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Health & Human Development Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-01-06","committee":"Health & Human Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB2/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/911182ab23a79c56852578010067e5af?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":217252,"bill_number":"HB3","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Limiting Artificial Trans Fats In Food Available Or Served To Students In Public Schools, Including Charter Schools.","description":"This Bill prohibits public schools, including charter schools, and school districts from making available or serving food with more than 0.5 gram of artificial trans fatty acids to students in grades K through 12.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB3/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2cd4ea3bff35d9e7852577f9006102d4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":217253,"bill_number":"HB4","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Lobbyists.","description":"This bill prohibits a former member of the General Assembly from acting as a lobbyist for a period of one year after such person’s term of office ends. Any person who knowingly violates this section shall be guilty of an unclassified misdemeanor. This bill shall take effect on January 1, 2013.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB4/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/875ecf2f5437d4d1852578380072d0ee?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":217254,"bill_number":"HB5","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Freedom Of Information Act.","description":"This bill enhances Delaware’s Freedom of Information Act by setting a deadline when public bodies must provide a public record to a person making a request under the Freedom of Information Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-04-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB5/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1ce03774e8eec3498525780d00540ff6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":217255,"bill_number":"HB6","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Specific Offenses.","description":"This bill changes the penalty for the offense of gang participation from a class F felony to a class E felony.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB6/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/364a0ef5b980baf88525780d006e17d2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":217256,"bill_number":"HB7","title":"An Act To Amend The Laws Of Delaware, Volume 27, As Amended, Relating To The Charter Of The City Of New Castle.","description":"This Act is designed to update the New Castle City Charter. The New Castle City Board of Elections met and discussed the charter and the requirement for the City to be divided into four election districts. The City Board of Elections concluded that there is no need for the City to be divided into four election districts, as required in the current charter, for the following reasons: (i) all elected positions run city-wide and representation of all elected officials is at-large and city wide; (ii) the total geographic area of the City is relatively small, only 3.5 square miles; and (iii) elimination of the four election districts will streamline the election process, making it more concise and efficient. Based on the foregoing, New Castle City chose to amend its charter.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB7/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e2238d823c4aa4448525780f00741668?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":217257,"bill_number":"HJR1","title":"Relating To The Election Of Officers Of The House Of Representatives.","description":"This Joint Resolution designates JoAnn M. Hedrick as Bill Clerk of the House of Representatives and Dolores Michels as Assistant Bill Clerk of the House of Representative to serve at the pleasure of the House of Representatives.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR1/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a8626f8e16aa9a3585257814005c6f8d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":217259,"bill_number":"HR2","title":"Relating To Permanent Rules Of The House Of Representatives Of The 146th General Assembly Of The State Of Delaware.","description":"Relating To Permanent Rules Of The House Of Representatives Of The 146th General Assembly Of The State Of Delaware.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-11","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR2/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/fd70161355d944768525780f005a6aed?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":217261,"bill_number":"HR4","title":"Relating To Permanent Procedures Of The House Of Representatives Of The 146th General Assembly Of The State Of Delaware For Ethics Violations.","description":"Relating To Permanent Procedures Of The House Of Representatives Of The 146th General Assembly Of The State Of Delaware For Ethics Violations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-11","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR4/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1b65e5e2a400aebd8525780e005415b2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":217262,"bill_number":"SR1","title":"Relating To The Roll Of Members Of The Senate.","description":"Relating To The Roll Of Members Of The Senate.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2010-12-14","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2010-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR1/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4159293f35d15a14852577f10057e45b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":217263,"bill_number":"SR2","title":"Relating To The Rules Of The Delaware State Senate.","description":"Relating To The Rules Of The Delaware State Senate.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2010-12-14","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 16 YES 4 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2010-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR2/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1c7246a9b38fec7f852577f1005b2255?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":217264,"bill_number":"SR3","title":"Relating To The Election Of The President Pro Tempore.","description":"Relating To The Election Of The President Pro Tempore.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2010-12-14","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 11 YES 5 NO 4 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2010-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR3/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/129f8d0089b4c827852577f100592686?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":217266,"bill_number":"SR5","title":"Appointing The Committee To Notify The Governor That The Senate Is Organized.","description":"Appointing The Committee To Notify The Governor That The Senate Is Organized.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-01-11","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 18 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 3 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR5/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/94625ebf826bb3d4852577f1005a77bb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":223714,"bill_number":"SB6","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The City Of Milford Relating To Elections.","description":"This Act amends the Charter of the City of Milford by authorizing a change in the date of the Annual Municipal Election to prevent any conflict with the Easter Holy Days.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB6/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f42ce3dbbaef9778852577f90061984c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":223715,"bill_number":"SR8","title":"Resolving That Christina Taylor Green Be Named As An Honorary Member Of The Delaware State Senate, Posthumously.","description":"This Resolution resolves that Christina Taylor Green be posthumously named an Honorary Member of the State Senate. Christina demonstrated an exceptional, positive interest in government at a very young age before her life was senselessly and violently taken. The Senate honors her life and spirit with this Resolution naming her an Honorary Member of the Delaware Senate.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 18 YES 1 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR8/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/fc1158f2e05eb0da8525781500605931?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231745,"bill_number":"HB8","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Unemployment Compensation.","description":"This Bill clarifies that judicial law clerks employed for one (1) year or less are not eligible for unemployment compensation.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-01-18","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB8/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0bd180eb72747567852578150059135c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231746,"bill_number":"HB9","title":"An Act Proposing An Amendment To Article V, Section 2 Of The Constitution Of The State Of Delaware Relating To Qualifications For Voting.","description":"This Act is the first leg of a Constitutional Amendment which eliminates the existing five-year waiting period before eligible felons who have fully discharged their sentences may have their voting rights restored. This Act shall be known as the Hazel D. Plant Voter Restoration Act.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Enact w/o Sign by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB9/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0a59b7f7a8be8dff852577f30071d4a5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231747,"bill_number":"HB10","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Manufacturers And Wholesalers.","description":"This Act exempts from the Wholesale Merchants’ Gross Receipts Tax and from the Manufacturers’ Gross Receipts Tax the gross receipts realized in certain intermediate transactions engaged in by petroleum product refiners with certain specialized trade parties during the petroleum refining process. The Act exempts from the Wholesale Merchants’ Gross Receipts Tax the gross receipts from (i) sales of crude oil by a crude oil wholesaler to a petroleum product refiner, (ii) sales of intermediate petroleum products that have been partially refined by a petroleum product refiner to an intermediate petroleum products wholesaler and from an intermediate petroleum products wholesaler back to a petroleum product refiner, (iii) sales of finished petroleum products by a petroleum product refiner to a finished petroleum products wholesaler, and (iv) sales of finished petroleum products by a finished petroleum products wholesaler to a wholesaler, if the finished petroleum products wholesaler and the wholesaler stand in a control relationship, i.e., one owns, directly or indirectly, 100% of the other or a third party owns, directly or indirectly, 100% of both the finished petroleum products wholesaler and the wholesaler. Proceeds from sales of a petroleum product refiner to an intermediate petroleum products wholesaler are similarly exempted from the Manufacturers’ Gross Receipts Tax. It is anticipated that these changes will not cause a decrease in the Wholesale Merchants’ Gross Receipts Tax or the Manufacturers’ Gross Receipts Tax.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB10/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f2962cdc623bf4a48525781600663b08?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231748,"bill_number":"HB11","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Elections.","description":"Most states abolished “fusion” candidacies over a century ago. Only a few states other than Delaware still permit such practice. Moreover, the United States Supreme Court has upheld state laws prohibiting fusion candidacies. This Bill would allow only members of a political party to seek that party’s nomination for an elected office in a primary or otherwise be nominated for office by that party.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-31","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB11/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c058ae5a160b1dff8525780d0055fedc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231749,"bill_number":"HB12","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Pleadings And Practice.","description":"This bill ensures that for a period of two (2) years beginning July 1, 2011, victims of childhood sexual assaults by adult public sector employees may bring actions. Additionally, in the future sovereign immunity is waived as to the State and its political subdivisions, including school districts, for sexual abuse of a minor by an adult.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB12/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/834bd2911772d5de8525780f0068e210?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231750,"bill_number":"HB13","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To State Personal Income Tax.","description":"This Act subtracts from Delaware taxable income any income received from the armed forces by residents of Delaware who are serving on active duty. This taxable income deduction is modeled after that allowed by Montana.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Revenue & Finance Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Revenue & Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB13/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4307b15f6c5211928525780f0053604b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231751,"bill_number":"HB14","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Elections And Candidate Disclosures.","description":"This Bill requires all statewide and other candidates that may appear on the general election ballot to disclose (1) whether or not all their State and Federal income tax returns are filed and any tax due has been paid; (2) whether or not any child support payments pursuant to court order are current, and (3) whether or not all their real property taxes have been paid.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB14/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0856e2258a7a427d8525780f00543c58?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231752,"bill_number":"HB15","title":"An Act Proposing An Amendment To Article Viii Of The Delaware Constitution Relating To Spending Increases.","description":"This is the first leg of a Constitutional Amendment requiring a Budget Bill that has a spending increase above the rate of inflation be approved by at least a 3/5ths vote of all members of each House.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Appropriations Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB15/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9819920018837ddd8525780f005685b0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231753,"bill_number":"HB16","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Disclosure Of Consultants And Contractors Used By Agencies.","description":"This bill requires the Section of Government Support Services in the Office of Management and Budget to publicly disclose on the internet a list of consultants and contractors and their terms of service to any State agency.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Assigned to Appropriations Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB16/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7ed9b80562097d878525780f00577d23?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231754,"bill_number":"HB17","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To State Procurement.","description":"This bill sets a goal that 3% of Delaware purchasing dollars be spent with disabled veteran-owned and veteran-owned businesses in Delaware. This bill recognizes the extraordinary service rendered by veterans to our State and the United States and encourages the improvement of business opportunities in State contracting and procurement for veteran-owned small businesses.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB17/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/58b879dd3905fb46852578170075ae1d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":231756,"bill_number":"SB7","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 33, Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Unemployment Compensation.","description":"This Act establishes a three year “look-back” for the TUR (total Unemployment Rate) trigger for EB (Extended Benefits) retroactive to December 18, 2010. Under the current two year look-back TUR trigger, the State will most likely trigger off EB in April of CY 2011 and long-term unemployed individuals would no longer be eligible for these 100.0% federally funded benefits.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB7/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0deda7727d2b46c9852578170061e057?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231757,"bill_number":"SB8","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The City Of Dover Relating To Council And The Mayor.","description":"This Act would remove the requirement that a Councilperson relinquish his or her Council seat in order to become a candidate for Mayor.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-02-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB8/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/52414182563aadd08525781c007670f3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":231758,"bill_number":"SCR1","title":"Providing For A Joint Session Of The Senate And The House Of Representatives To Be Convened For The Purpose Of Hearing An Address By The Honorable Jack A. Markell, Governor Of The State Of Delaware.","description":"This Concurrent Resolution provides for a Joint Session of the Senate and the House of Representatives to be convened for the purpose of hearing an address by the Honorable Jack A. Markell, Governor of the State of Delaware. Author: Sen. DeLuca","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-01-18","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR1/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/40a1d0d4fba1e3048525781c0053dcd7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":235771,"bill_number":"HB19","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 10, 11, 16 And 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Drug-involved Offenses","description":"This Act is the product of the ‘Drug Law Revisions Committee.’ This Act repeals a significant portion of the existing criminal drug laws. In their place, this Act creates three main drug crimes – Drug Dealing (that is, delivery or manufacture, or possession with intent to deliver or manufacture); Aggravated Possession (that is, possession of amounts generally indicative of drug dealing but where drug dealing need not be proved); and Possession. Each of the crimes would have multiple levels of seriousness depending upon a number of aggravating factors, which would include proximity to a school or a park, presence in a vehicle, prior record, reaching a threshold weight of drugs, involvement of children in the offense, or resisting arrest with force or violence. None of the crimes would equate ‘possession’ and ‘possession with intent to deliver’ as do the present Possession within 1000 Feet of a School, Possession within 300 Feet of a Park, and Maintaining a Dwelling or Vehicle. Section-by-Section Analysis of Substantive Revisions: Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 13, 14, 23, 26, 28, 29, 30, 31, 44, 45, 65, 67, 68, and 69, of the Act make technical and conforming changes to the law. Sections 5 and 6. These sections create a new subsection (a)(9) to  1448 of Title 11, which would create a class F felony for a person who possesses a handgun or semi-automatic or automatic firearm at the same time as the person possesses a controlled substance. Sections 8, 9 and 10. Certain felonies are defined in the Criminal Code as ‘violent felonies.’ The new drug dealing and aggravated possession statutes are included as ‘violent felonies.’ Convictions under the former statutes that counted as ‘violent felonies’ will continue to count as ‘violent felonies,’ except that statutes in which ‘simple possession’ of a controlled substance could count as a ‘violent felony’– present  4754A (possession and delivery of a non-controlled prescription drug), 4767 (possession within 1000 feet of a school), and 4768 (possession within 300 feet of a park) -- would be repealed. Sections 11 and 12. The drug crimes that would make for subsection (b) ‘habitual criminal’ eligibility pursuant to  4214(b) of Title 11 would include  4752, 4753, 4754, and 4755, and would roughly correspond to the statutes that establish eligibility under the present law. Sections 15 to 19. The boot camp provisions are modified so that a drug conviction ( 6703) will not be an absolute prohibition against DOC placing a convicted inmate in a boot camp program. They are also modified so that First Offender boot camp diversion ( 6712) is available to charged defendants on roughly the same basis as at present. Section 20. This section directs the Delaware Sentencing Accountability Commission to develop sentencing guidelines for cases involving controlled substances significantly exceeding the minimums required for new  4752 of Title 16. It is anticipated that this could be completed by the effective date of this Act. Section 21. The definition of anabolic steroids in  4701(5) is changed to be consistent with the definition set forth in  4718(f) of Title 16. Section 22. The definition of ‘controlled substance’ is expanded to include ‘designer drugs.’ Under present law, because “designer drugs” were not included in the definition of ‘controlled substance,’ Trafficking in designer drugs was prohibited, but Delivery, Manufacture, and Possession were not. Section 24. The provision (16 Del. C.  4753A(a)(8)b) that excepted certain designer drugs from being prohibited is moved to the definitional section. Section 25. This section defines ‘dose,’ which is currently undefined. Section 27. The definition of ‘Lawful Prescription or Order’ is added at the request of the Board of Pharmacy. The definitions of ‘licensed practitioner,’ ‘patient-practitioner relationship,’ ‘prescription drug,’ and ‘prescription drug order,’ in the Safe Internet Pharmacy Act subchapter, at  4743, are moved to the definitional section ( 4701(24), (31), (37), and (38)) so that the terms could be used not only in the Internet Pharmacy Act but throughout chapter 47. Section 27. The aggravating factor ‘Protected Park or Recreation Area’ is modified from the present Possession within 300 Feet of a Park or a Place of Worship. This section continues to provide for a protective zone around parks and recreation areas, designed to protect children. It becomes an aggravating factor. The protective zone around places of worship, as it is less focused on the protection of children, is eliminated if the place of worship does not have a school or recreation area. Section 27. The aggravating factor ‘Protected School Zone’ is modified from the present Possession within 1000 Feet of a School to be limited to within 300 feet. This is the distance used in the Possession within 300 Feet of a Park statute. The reason the size of the protective zone is reduced is that “1000 Feet” creates too large of a protected zone for the zone to act as a deterrent to drug dealing near schools. Section 27. The definition of ‘Purported Controlled Substance’ is derived from existing  4752A’s prohibition against ‘unlawful delivery of a noncontrolled substance’ upon the representation that the substance being delivered is a controlled substance. Section 32. This section repeals 16 Del. C.  4751. Under  4751(a) & (b), Delivery of a Narcotic Drug is currently a class C felony if the narcotic drug is Schedule I or II (as are cocaine, heroin, and oxycodone), and a class E felony if the narcotic drug is Schedule III, IV, or V. This Act would make Delivery illegal under  4752, 4753, and 4754, where it would be a class B, C, or D felony, depending upon the weight of the drugs, and the presence or absence of aggravating factors. Section 4751(c) – Delivery Causing Death -- which has been charged once in the last four years, would be repealed. When facts giving rise to such a charge occur in the future, the case could be charged as Delivery and, if appropriate, Criminally Negligent Homicide. Even if there were no homicide charge available, the Court could take the death into account in sentencing on the Delivery. Section 4751(d), which provides for mandatory minimum sentences of 6 and 12 years for “nonaddicts” convicted of  4751, and which is not used, would be repealed. Section 33. The section sets forth five aggravating factors – (1) Protected School Zone; (2) Protected Park Zone; (3) Vehicle; (4) Juvenile Co-conspirator; and (5) Resisting Arrest Force or Violence. The first four are modified from present drug law. The fifth is new. It is based on the idea that a drug defendant who resists arrest with force or violence represents a more serious societal problem than one who does not. While resisting arrest with force or violence is already a crime (11 Del. C.  1257(a)), it is a class G felony, which will generally have no sentencing consequences when paired with a drug felony. The aggravating factor is designed to address the drug defendant who fights the law enforcement officer making an arrest, and the drug defendant who flees in a vehicle at high speeds. A person could be convicted of both a drug offense with this aggravating factor and a separate charge of  1257. The State will need to charge any aggravating factor, and will need to prove the aggravating factor as an element of the offense. Since the aggravating factors for a protected school zone and for a protected park or recreation area are similar in intent, if they are both present in the same case, they would be counted as one aggravating factor rather than two. Section 34. This section addresses prior qualifying drug convictions, which would be used to enhance sentences. The definition of a prior qualifying Title 16 conviction includes the main Delaware felony drug offenses, and equivalent offenses from other jurisdictions. For the offense to count as an enhancement, there is a ‘recency’ requirement of five years, which is measured in the same way as in other Delaware statutes, such as robbery 1st or possession of a firearm by a prohibited person. For misdemeanor charges, a prior qualifying drug conviction includes prior drug misdemeanors, again with the ‘recency’ requirement. When the defendant has a prior qualifying drug conviction, the new drug crime’s seriousness will be raised in a manner similar to the effect of an ‘Aggravating Factor.’ A prior qualifying drug conviction will not need to be charged. Instead, it will, if contested, need to be proved at sentencing. This section also defines ‘two prior qualifying Title 16 convictions’ so that the first conviction would have to occur and be sentenced before the offense that generates the second conviction occurs. Drug sales often involve teenage defendants, and it is not unusual for a drug dealer to have a juvenile adjudication. If a defendant has a juvenile adjudication for drug conduct occurring after he or she turned 16, the adjudication was within ten years of the present offense, and it would count as a ‘qualifying conviction’ if committed by an adult, then it would count as the first of the two ‘convictions’ that would give a person ‘two prior qualifying Title 16 convictions.’ Section 35. This section creates Tier Weights for various drugs. Most of the drugs have five tier weights. As the tier weights increase, the potential penalties increase. The ‘Tier 2’ weights are generally consistent with the minimum trafficking weights of current law. The tier weights for “narcotic Schedule II or III controlled substances that are a prescription drug” is new. Prescription drugs are dangerous. The Medical Examiner’s Office reports that in 2008, there were 125 overdose deaths from prescription drugs, more than half the total of all drug overdose deaths in the State. This Act identifies a substantial prescription drug dealer primarily by the number of pills in the dealer’s possession. Section 36. In part, this section continues present law, that is, when the weight of the drugs is an element of the offense, the State does not have to prove the defendant had any knowledge of the weight. In part, this provision creates new law, that is, when a ‘Tier weight’ is being established by the number of substantially identical pills present, the State makes out a prima facie case upon proof that one such substantially identical pill contained the alleged controlled substance. The defendant would be free to seek an order to have additional pills tested at the defendant’s expense. Section 37. This section repeals 16 Del. C.  4752. Under  4752, Delivery of a non-narcotic drug is a Class E felony. Under the proposal, Delivery would be prohibited under  4752, 4753, and 4754, and would be a class B, C, or D felony, depending upon the weight of the drugs, and the presence or absence of aggravating factors. Existing  4752(b) & (c) makes prescription or delivery or administration of anabolic steroids for enhancing human athletic performance a class E felony. It appears to target medical professionals, athletic trainers, and dealers. This Act treats dealers in anabolic steroids the same as dealers in other drugs. For the medical professionals and trainers, the prohibition against prescription or administration of anabolic steroids for the purpose of enhancing human athletic performance would be moved (by Section 51) to  4756(a)(7), where it would be a class F felony. Section 37. This section also repeals 16 Del. C.  4752A, Unlawful Delivery of noncontrolled substance. By Section 55, this Act enacts a new 16 Del. C.  4758, which would take the place of  4752A. Individuals illegally sell both street and prescription drugs. Other individuals sell counterfeit drugs (fake drugs [that may or may not contain a controlled substance] that look like prescription drugs) or ‘beat’ drugs (fake drugs that may pass for street drugs). Under present law, delivery of counterfeit drugs is included within  4751 & 4752 and carries the same penalties as the sale of the actual drugs, but delivery of “beat” drugs is prohibited by  4752A, and while carrying the same penalties as the sale of the actual drugs, is a class D felony, notwithstanding that the sale of the real drug could be a class C or E felony. The new  4758 combines the prohibition against the delivery of counterfeit and ‘beat’ drugs in one statute, and makes the penalty the same for each, that is, a class E felony, one grade less than delivery of the real drug. Sections 38, 40, 42, 47 and 54. These sections enact the new laws against Drug Dealing and Aggravated Possession -- 16 Del. C.  4752, 4753, 4754, 4755 & 4756. The structure of these new laws would be pyramidal, where each lower grade of the offense would be a ‘lesser-included offense’ of one or more of the higher grades of the offense. Section 4752 defines the offenses that are class B felonies, for which the sentence would be ‘not less than 2 years up to 25 years to be served at Level V.’ 11 Del. C.  4205(a)(2). The first-time offender who has what would be the minimum amount of drugs required for a trafficking conviction under today’s laws, with no other aggravating factors, would not face a minimum-mandatory sentence, as he or she would under the trafficking law. Such an offender, however, is relatively rare among trafficking defendants. The Aggravated Possession offenses only apply to street drugs. This Act recognizes that people addicted to prescription drugs may obtain prescription drugs (legally or illegally) and hoard them in significant quantities, which is not a common practice for users of street drugs. Thus, the Aggravated Possession felonies only apply to street drugs, since, if applied to prescription drugs, they might well result in an unacceptably large percentage of the cases being charged against addicts who are going to use the prescription drugs themselves. Sections 39 and 41. These sections repeal 16 Del. C.  4753 & 4754. Sections 58 and 61 enact 16 Del. C.  4763 & 4764. Present law makes unlawful possession of a narcotic controlled substance a class A misdemeanor, and unlawful possession of a non-narcotic controlled substance a class B misdemeanor. The new  4763 combines both laws, and makes the simplest form of unlawful possession a class B misdemeanor. Where there is an aggravating factor, including a prior possession of drugs conviction within five years of the offense, the unlawful possession offense would become a class A misdemeanor. The only controlled substance not covered by  4763 would be marijuana, the possession of which is prohibited by the new  4764. It would have a lesser penalty structure than  4763, but with adult jurisdiction for the offenses in the Court of Common Pleas, as is the case under present law. Section 39. This section also repeals 16 Del. C.  4753A -- the trafficking laws, which date from thirty years ago. The trafficking laws are the most serious drug offenses under Delaware law, but there is no requirement that the State prove that the defendant has the intent to deliver, and thus some portion of the public and the federal government regard these statutes as ‘possession’ laws that unfairly target drug users. For example, under the federal Sentencing Guidelines, a Delaware Delivery, or Possession with Intent to Deliver, conviction is considered to be ‘a controlled substances offense’ that results in a significantly higher sentencing guideline for a repeat drug offender or a gun offender, but Trafficking is not so considered. Thus, in many cases, a federal defendant who has been convicted of Trafficking is going to get a significantly shorter sentence than an otherwise similar defendant who has been convicted under Delaware law of Delivery or Possession with Intent to Deliver. This Act would, in effect, replace Trafficking with Aggravated Possession (as set forth in  4752(c), (d) & (e), 4753(c), (d) & (e), 4754(b) & (c), 4755, and 4756), which would be lesser offenses than Drug Dealing offenses with the same weight of drugs. Section 41. This section repeals 16 Del. C.  4754A, Illegal Possession and Delivery of Non-Controlled Prescription Drugs. Section 57 enacts 16 Del. C.  4761, which would address the same conduct. There are presently some prescription drugs that are not controlled substances, but which are abused, e.g., ‘soma’ and ‘tramadol.’ These drugs may in due course become controlled substances, but other drugs will likely be developed, not be controlled substances, and will also be abused. Thus, the new statute replaces a presently-existing one, and both are designed to prohibit the illegal possession or delivery of non-controlled prescription drugs. The proposed statute adjusts the penalties downward, recognizing that the statute is addressing prescription drugs that by definition have not been classified as controlled substances. Section 43. This section repeals Possession of Controlled Substance within 300 feet of a Park. The present statute is a class G felony, is frequently charged, and there are frequent convictions under it. In 2008, it was charged in 583 cases, and was the most serious charge in 82 of them. It is, however, poorly constructed to enhance the protection of children. If a drug dealer is not deterred by the more serious laws he or she is violating, the dealer also is not going to be deterred by this less serious law. Making ‘a protected park or recreation area’ an aggravating factor for drug offenses should be a more effective method of encouraging drug dealers and drug users to avoid parks or recreation areas than having a separate statute. Section 46. This section repeals Maintaining a Dwelling or Vehicle. Section 56 enacts a new statute for people with control of a dwelling or business who permit others to use it for drug dealing. Maintaining a Dwelling or Vehicle is a frequently charged statute. In 2008, it was charged in 2046 cases, and was the most serious charge in 416 of them. The present law is broad enough to make the possession of a marijuana joint or a single bag of heroin in a home or a car a class F felony. If the defendant has a shotgun or a hunting rifle near the joint or the bag, the defendant can also be charged with the three year minimum-mandatory Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony. Repeal of Maintaining a Dwelling or Vehicle would make ‘simple possession’ amounts of drugs in a home or a car a misdemeanor rather than a felony. The present law traces back to a misdemeanor enacted in 1935. It appears that the original impetus for the law was to make it a crime to operate an ‘opium den’ or the equivalent. In the modern day, this would be equivalent of criminalizing the operation of a ‘crack house’ or a ‘stash house.’ This Act maintains that distinction. The person who operated the drug house should be able to be prosecuted for Drug Dealing under  4752 through 4756. If there were a person who controlled the property and was knowingly complicit in another’s drug business, the property controller would be liable under the statute enacted by section 56 --  4760 – Maintaining a Drug Property. Sections 48 and 49. Sections 48 and 49 allow, for most drug crimes, a single defendant to be charged with the highest grade of offense applicable to the defendant’s crime. No other drug dealing, aggravated possession, or simple possession crimes would be charged. The intent is to give the Court the ability to charge the jury (or to consider, if the Court is the fact-finder), within constitutional limits, any lesser grade offense supported by evidence introduced at trial. If there were a conspiracy or a weapon or a drug paraphernalia charge, those charges would be additional. Section 50. This provides for the repeal of the unclassified misdemeanor in 16 Del. C.  4757(c) of Possession of a Hypodermic Syringe without Having a Doctor’s Certificate in Possession. A hypodermic syringe can be drug paraphernalia, depending upon the circumstances. When a hypodermic needle is drug paraphernalia, it will remain prohibited by virtue of 16 Del. C.  4771 & 4774. Sections 51, 52, and 53. Section 51 amends ‘Miscellaneous Drug Crimes’ to combine subsections (a)(3) & (a)(7) of  4756, which had substantial overlap, into new subsection (a)(3). No substantive change is intended. New subsection (a)(7) was added, and is derived from the anabolic steroids provisions of existing  4752. [See Synopsis to section 37.]. The section deletes robbery and burglary from  (a)(6), on the theory that robbery and burglary already have their own crimes, which would apply perfectly well to robbery or burglary of drugs. On the other hand, theft depends upon the dollar value of the items stolen, and thus keeping a separate theft of a controlled substance as a felony offense is appropriate. Section 53 adds new subsection (c), which would make it a crime to solicit, direct, hire, employ, or otherwise use one or more other persons three or more times within a 30 day period to obtain prescription drugs by fraudulent means or theft. This crime would cover one person used three times; one person used two times and a second person used once; or three persons each used once. This crime would essentially target the prescription drug kingpin, who stays behind the scenes while sending an associate or associates to try to fill fraudulent prescriptions. Section 55. This section repeals Keeping Drugs in Original Container. The Department of Justice decided in 2008 that the law as written was un-prosecutable. The law states that if a person has been prescribed a prescription drug, the person must keep it in its original container. If the person does not, it is a class A misdemeanor. However, if the person has a prescription, that is a defense to the charge. Section 55 also enacts a new  4758, which is discussed in the Synopsis to section 37. Section 56. This section repeals 16 Del. C.  4760, which is unnecessary, since 11 Del. C.  209 places the same limitations on the State’s ability to prosecute a drug crime already prosecuted by another state or the United States. Section 56 also enacts a new  4760, which is discussed in the Synopsis to section 46. Section 57. This section repeals Distribution to persons under 21 years of age and Purchase of Drugs from Minors. The statutes were charged five times during the last three years, and none of the cases involved the minimum-mandatory provisions of the statutes. The likely reason that they are not charged is that they substantially overlap with the Delivery statutes, and, in the one regard that they do not overlap, conviction is nearly impossible without having a 15 year-old or younger drug user or drug dealer testifying as a State’s witness. For the rare cases where proof of the involvement of a juvenile is feasible, that would now be covered as an ‘aggravating factor.’ Section 57 also enacts new  4761, which is discussed in the Synopsis to section 41. Section 58. This section repeals 16 Del. C.  4763. Subsections (a)(1), (b), and (d) of  4763 are either unnecessary, or superfluous in light of other provisions of this Act. Subsection (a)(2) provides for mandatory minimum terms for defendants convicted of Delivery who have a prior Delivery or Trafficking conviction. Repeat drug dealers are good candidates for incarceration, and repeal of this statute gives the judiciary greater discretion to identify which defendants should be incarcerated and for how long. Thus, (1) one recent prior drug felony conviction will be the equivalent of an aggravating factor, subjecting a repeat offender to a higher grade of offense; and (2) two recent prior drug felony convictions will be the basis for a new Drug Dealing charge being a class B felony in all circumstances. Subsection (c) of  4763 is never charged. The new law enacted by section 58 is discussed in the Synopsis to sections 39 and 41. Section 59. This section repeals Possession of Controlled Substance within 1,000 feet of a School. The present law is a class G felony, is frequently charged, and there are frequent convictions under it. In 2008, it was charged in 458 cases, and was the lead charge in 68 of them. It is, however, poorly constructed to enhance the protection of children. It is not a deterrent to a drug dealer, who, if he or she is not deterred by the more serious laws he or she is violating, is not going to be deterred by this less serious law. In addition, the signs stating ‘drug free school zone’ are usually posted on school property and not around the border of the ‘bubble.’ There is no actual notice being given to drug dealers that might cause them to be less likely to deal near a school. Section 60. There is no substantive change to the First Offenders Controlled Substances Diversion Program. Section 61. This section enacts  4764, which is discussed in the Synopsis to sections 39 and 41. Sections 62 and 63. These sections delete the lengthy recitation about what constitutes drug paraphernalia, which is also set forth in  4701(17). There is no substantive change. Section 64. In keeping with the penalties for possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia is re-graded from a class A misdemeanor to a class B misdemeanor. Section 70. This section changes the current system for revocation of driver’s licenses for convicted drug defendants. The current system is that a misdemeanor conviction results in a 2 year suspension, and a felony conviction results in a 3 year suspension. There was no evidence that a potential drug offender is deterred by the threat of having a driver’s license suspended. On the other hand, the lengthy suspensions, which could easily exceed the amount of time the defendant is under criminal justice supervision, are counterproductive to the defendants’ attempts to become productive citizens, as it is hard to look for, or get, a job without a driver’s license. Delaware has the harshest laws in the country in regard to the length of suspension. Federal law requires a minimum of a six months suspension unless the Governor submits to the Secretary of Transportation a written certification that the Governor is opposed to such a law and the Governor certifies that the Legislature has adopted a resolution expressing its opposition to such a law. Twenty-three states, not including Delaware, have done this. Thus, the section provides for the federally-required minimum of a 6 months suspension. Section 72. This Act shall take effect at 12:01 a.m. on the first day of the fifth full month after the Act is enacted into law. If, for example, this Act was enacted on January 15, 2011, it would take effect at 12:01 a.m. on June 1, 2011. It will take a minimum of three months to make all the necessary adjustments that would be required to implement the changes made by these revisions to the drug laws.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB19/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ad7502faa748d7598525781e005fbfda?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":235773,"bill_number":"SB10","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Taxation Of Kent County Swimming Pools Which Are Owned By Civic Organizations.","description":"This Bill creates a tax exemption for community-owned swimming pools in Kent County only. The exemption would apply only to pools owned by civic organizations that own parkland that is dedicated to community or public use.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB10/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/df6f6d915d7b155d85257810004e8d35?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":235774,"bill_number":"SB11","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Urgent And Preventative Dental Care For Pregnant Medicaid Recipients And To Public Assistance.","description":"This Bill expands Delaware’s Public Assistance Code to provide urgent and preventive dental care for eligible Medicaid recipients who are pregnant or become pregnant while receiving assistance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB11/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2472cb3fa594b43d8525781700734046?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":235775,"bill_number":"SB12","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Food Stamp Program.","description":"This Bill removes the prohibition against persons convicted of any drug felony from receiving federal food benefit assistance.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB12/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8bb5a13e02b088cd852578150068870e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":235776,"bill_number":"SB13","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Sterile Needle And Syringe Exchange.","description":"This Act continues, without sunsetting, the needle exchange program. This Act directs the Director of the Division of Public Health to maintain a sterile needle and syringe program to help prevent the spread of AIDS and other diseases. The program would offer HIV testing, health counseling and information on substance abuse treatment. The goal of the program would be to use a multi-faceted approach to reducing the spread of AIDS and other diseases in Delaware by encouraging drug addicts to seek treatment for their addiction, educating program participants on the dangers of contracting AIDS through needle use, and providing access to sterile needles.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB13/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9a3d53e8e4f95a9c85257815006baa05?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":235777,"bill_number":"SCR2","title":"Designating February 6, 2011 As \"ronald Reagan Day\" In The State Of Delaware.","description":"Designating February 6, 2011 as “Ronald Reagan Day” in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR2/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/488b5ae30029394385257817006b6a9e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":235778,"bill_number":"SJR1","title":"Requiring The Delaware Department Of Transportation To Stop The U.s. 113 North-south Project.","description":"This Senate Joint Resolution requires the Delaware Department of Transportation to stop the U.S. 113 North-South Project.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Assigned to Highways & Transportation Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"Highways & Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR1/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/718ee7493eb8e91685257818005ff55a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243280,"bill_number":"HB20","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Personal Actions.","description":"This legislation limits damages awarded pursuant to  8145, Title 10, Delaware Code to $250,000.00","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB20/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b737d30c9594a58a8525781d0060a048?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243281,"bill_number":"HB21","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Personal Actions.","description":"This legislation excludes prejudgment interest from damages awarded pursuant to  8145, Title 10, Delaware Code.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB21/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c8dada3ac89932fb8525781d0060e2bf?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243282,"bill_number":"HB22","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Abandoned Property","description":"This Bill amends the format in which abandoned personal property is defined to make it simpler to read and adds a provision that the language used in the forms of applications, notices and declarations should be simple and non-technical. Additionally, this Bill provides the owner or person claiming an interest in the property the ability to file a replevin counterclaim, in addition to defending the abandoned property claim, prior to the final determination of title by the Court. Finally, this Bill amends the notice requirement for a sale from 30 days to 15 days and requires publication of the sale in 5 public places, making the notification requires consistent with actions of a similar nature, such as garagekeeper’s liens.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB22/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1903b43e2780fac88525781e00748fce?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243283,"bill_number":"HB23","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Truancy.","description":"This Bill provides the Justice of the Peace Court with jurisdiction to impose conditions upon the parent(s), guardian(s) and/or custodian(s) of a person adjudicated as truant, provided that notice requirements are met. The conditions imposed may be those necessary to assist the adjudicated person in receiving all forms of treatment as well as conditions that will assist the parent(s)/guardian(s)/custodian(s) in providing support, guidance and supervision. Because the treatment and care of persons adjudicated truant is often directly related to the parent(s)/guardian(s)/custodian(s), this Bill will provide the Court with greater ability to enforce the conditions imposed upon both the adjudicated person and the individual(s) providing their care. This ability would assist the Court in meeting the long-term goal of a reduction in truancy and the rehabilitation of those adjudicated truant.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Amendment SA 1 Introduced and Placed With the Bill in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB23/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5e89b14ebaaab2138525785b0055b831?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243284,"bill_number":"HB24","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Lobbyists.","description":"This Bill restricts members of the General Assembly, heads of State agencies, Cabinet Officials and the Executive Staff of the Governor from lobbying for a period of one (1) year after their term of office ends or State employment ends. The Bill makes the penalty an unclassified misdemeanor.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB24/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c820d2705430adc38525781d0059f75f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243285,"bill_number":"HB26","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The State Board Of Education.","description":"This bill requires that all public meetings of the State Board of Education be digitally recorded and made available to the public on the Department of Education’s website within one business day. The recordings will not be considered the official Board minutes. Red Clay Consolidated School District has been, as of September 2010, providing the public with digital recordings of their Board public session meetings via the District’s website. The Christina School District School Board enacted a policy to provide digital recordings of their public session meetings and expects to be online in January 2011.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB26/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b48022da4aeba16d85257815005f9b0f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243286,"bill_number":"HB27","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards.","description":"This Act will permit municipal electric companies and rural electric cooperatives that elect to develop and implement a program comparable to the State’s renewable energy portfolio standards (“RPS”) to utilize conservation, energy efficiency and demand-side management programs, in addition to renewable energy resources, to achieve RPS compliance. Conservation, efficiency and demand-side management programs meet or exceed many of the positive attributes associated with renewable energy resources. Such measures are non-polluting, non-invasive to the environment, cost efficient, economically sustainable and mitigate the need for new power plant construction.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Energy Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB27/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/76dc4f3ac93863658525781c0072879d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243287,"bill_number":"HCR1","title":"Proclaiming The Month Of February 2011 As African American History Month And Requesting The Governor Issue A Proclamation For African American History Month.","description":"This concurrent resolution proclaims the month of February, 2011 as African American History Month and requests the Governor issue a proclamation calling upon all State agencies and the people of the State of Delaware to observe the month of February with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that will emphasize the history and contributions of African Americans.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 13 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 8 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR1/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a40b403a524960b88525781e00618ce2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243288,"bill_number":"HCR2","title":"Recognizing The Week Of January 23-29, 2011 As “national School Choice Week.”","description":"This resolution recognizes January 23-29, 2011 is National School Choice Week and urges our citizens to observe the week with appropriate programs, ceremonies and activities.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 13 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 8 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR2/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ef5c3cfeb9305a66852578170064a650?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243289,"bill_number":"SB14","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Prevailing Wage Requirements.","description":"This Bill corrects inconsistencies with respect to including the type of construction as a qualifier for a particular trade’s prevailing wage rate, and provides for a method to establish wage rates at the end of any five year term. It also provides that if the rate is not determined to be the collective bargaining rate, then the rate determined by the annual survey shall be the rate for a five year period, subject to raises tied directly into the prior year’s pay raise for State employees. This Bill also makes the submission of data for the annual prevailing wage survey mandatory for employers who reported workers to the Division of Unemployment Insurance for the period covered by the survey. Employers who fail to provide data, and who cannot show good cause, are prohibited from submitting bids on any public works projects subject to this Section for a period of one year, or until they submit data in a subsequent survey.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Assigned to Labor & Industrial Relations Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Labor & Industrial Relations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB14/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bdd1e0263fe3100b852578160069c5ee?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243290,"bill_number":"SB15","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Certain Employment And Public Benefits Eligibility.","description":"As of July 1, 2012, this Act requires the State and its political subdivisions to verify employment authorization status for all new hires; requires public employers to only contract for physical performance of services within this State with contractors and subcontractors who verify employment authorization status; and requires, except for enumerated exceptions, that all state agencies and political subdivisions verify the lawful presence of those 14 years of age and older who apply for public benefits.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Administration","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB15/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/06deeeff6a1afb5885257816006bc1af?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243291,"bill_number":"SB16","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Public Education.","description":"This Act implements the recommendations of the Senate’s Teacher Hiring Task Force. It will result in the creation of an estimated unit count each March, which the Department of Education will conduct using existing resources. The state will guarantee that school districts receive unit funds for the following school year equivalent to 98% of the estimated unit count. This will allow districts to make offers of employment to new teachers in the late spring and early summer. The Act also requires greater transparency by school districts with respect to their hiring practices. The Act must be reauthorized prior to April 1, 2012, so the state has an opportunity to ensure that the estimated unit count is reliable.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB16/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/26682915ce117e5b85257817006f97af?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243292,"bill_number":"SB17","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Creating The Delaware Medical Marijuana Act.","description":"This legislation is based on the Marijuana Policy Project’s model medical marijuana legislation. The Bill creates an exception to a state’s criminal laws to permit the doctor-recommended medical use of marijuana by patients with serious medical conditions. A patient would only be protected from arrest of controlled substance laws if his or her physician certifies, in writing, that the patient has a specified debilitating medical condition and that the patient would receive therapeutic benefit from medical marijuana. The patient would send a copy of the written certification to the state Department of Health and Social Services and the Department would issue an ID card after verifying the information. Police officers could verify an ID card’s validity with the Department. As long as the patient is in compliance with the law, there would be no arrest. Patients would be allowed to possess up to 6 ounces for their medical use. Six ounces is less than the federal government has determined is a one-month supply for patients in the Compassionate Investigational New Drug Program. The legislation allows them to designate a caregiver who would also receive an ID card. Each caregiver may assist no more than five qualifying patients. The legislation would allow for the state-regulated, non-profit distribution of medical marijuana. The Department of Health and Social Services would issue registration certificates to qualified applicants, who would have to abide by the rules on security, recordkeeping, and oversight provided for by the model medical marijuana legislation, in addition to any additional rules that the Department may develop. All dispensaries would be subject to random inspection and all of their staff would have to register with the Department of health. It is important that the law provide for both caregivers and dispensaries, since patients in rural areas are unlikely to have access to dispensaries, and because many low-income patients will not be able to afford medical marijuana at dispensaries. In addition, very ill patients would need a caregiver to pick up their medicine for them. The Bill maintains commonsense restrictions on the medical use of marijuana, including prohibitions on public use of marijuana and driving under the influence of marijuana. Employers are not required to allow patients to be impaired at work or to allow the possession of marijuana at a workplace. Insurance providers would not have to cover medical marijuana.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB17/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e8156b33ac361ee5852578150069edd2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243293,"bill_number":"SB18","title":"An Act Concurring In A Proposed Amendment To Article Iii Of The Delaware Constitution Of 1897, As Amended, Relating To Confirmation Of Officers Appointed By The Governor.","description":"This is the second leg of a Constitutional Amendment that will increase the annual amount of compensation an officer must receive, from such position, before Senate confirmation is required. This Bill will increase the current amount of five hundred dollars to fifteen hundred dollars. The current amount of five hundred dollars has existed since 1897.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Enact w/o Sign by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB18/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bb3fdf8454653fb68525781d00752541?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":243294,"bill_number":"SB19","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Lobbyists And State Government.","description":"This Bill prohibits registered lobbyists from performing official duties for State government, thereby preventing conflicts of interest.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB19/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/26246b53c73bcc9385257817005af74f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":245097,"bill_number":"HB28","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Small Employer Health Insurance.","description":"This bill enables small employer health insurance carriers to make 'stop-loss' insurance coverage available to small employers with more than 15 employees. The issuance of stop-loss coverage to small employers, defined as having no more than 50 employees, will be prohibited as of July 1, 2011. This bill will limit that prohibition to employers with 15 or fewer employees","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-17","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB28/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b44101ac5db279958525781c0061e0ed?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":245098,"bill_number":"HB29","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Transparency Of Information On Recycling Waste Services Billings.","description":"This legislation requires delineation of the cost of the collection of waste from the cost of the collection of recyclables on all single-family residential and on-premise sales customers’ bills.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Natural Resources Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB29/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/16187c7cb3ad435f8525780d005b152e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":245099,"bill_number":"HB30","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Synthetic Cannabinoids.","description":"This bill adds synthetic cannabinoids, commonly known as “Spice,” “K2,” “Genie,” “Yucatan Fire,” “Sence,” “Smoke,” “Skunk,” and “Zohai,” to Schedule I controlled substances. The bill defines “synthetic cannabinoid.” Chapter 47 of Title 16 lists various controlled substance schedules and uses these schedules in describing various offenses and penalties. “At least 10 states outlawed synthetic cannabinoids this year,” according to the October/November 2010 issue of “State Legislatures.” The magazine also says that the drug “produces a high similar to marijuana and is sold in local convenience stores and over the Web.”","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB30/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/cb50a9d129af61988525781d005bca4a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":245100,"bill_number":"SCR3","title":"Reorganizing The Motorcycle Rider Education Advisory Committee.","description":"This Senate Concurrent Resolution continues the Motorcycle Rider Education Advisory Committee, which must meet at least quarterly to monitor the Motorcycle Rider Education Program, assess future needs, and recommend program improvements. Author: Sen. Ennis","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR3/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1f18fc288b43c6848525781e0050b512?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":245101,"bill_number":"SCR4","title":"Designating February 2011 As \"teen Dating Violence Prevention And Awareness Month In The State Of Delaware\".","description":"This Resolution designates February 2011 as Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR4/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f4a135d0f4f0b9c2852578230060a5fc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":247737,"bill_number":"HB25","title":"An Act Making Appropriations For The Expense Of The State Government For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2012; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; And Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions.","description":"This Bill is the Fiscal Year 2012 Appropriation Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Appropriations Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB25/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/00ebcc0b91fef326852578170052d19d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":247876,"bill_number":"SB20","title":"A Bond And Capital Improvements Act Of The State Of Delaware And Certain Of Its Authorities For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2012; Authorizing The Issuance Of General Obligation Bonds Of The State; Appropriating Funds From The Transportation Trust Fund; Authorizing The Issuance Of Revenue Bonds Of The Delaware Transportation Authority; Appropriating Special Funds Of The Delaware Transportation Authority; Directing The Deposit Of Certain Funds To The General Fund; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions; And Amending The Laws Of Delaware.","description":"This Bill is the Fiscal Year 2012 Bond and Capital Improvements Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Assigned to Bond Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Bond","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB20/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3f25927a8f14c5c18525781600653fc4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":288653,"bill_number":"HB33","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Municipal Elections.","description":"This bill, if enacted, would empower the State Election Commissioner to declare vacancies in municipal offices in the event of a tie vote, cancel municipal elections due to weather-related and other unforeseeable emergencies, and invalidate the results of municipal elections involving conduct in violation of federal or state law.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2011-08-09","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB33/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/84de89ed9c843484852578330057ed1a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":288723,"bill_number":"HB31","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Collection Of Taxes.","description":"This Act aligns when Sussex County’s taxes are due and payable with Sussex County’s budget year.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-04-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB31/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/18c877f08856f2288525782a0068c829?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":288766,"bill_number":"HB35","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 1, 11, 16 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Dissolution Of The Board Of Parole And Transfer Of The Board’s Responsibilities.","description":"This Act dissolves the State Board of Parole and transfers its statutory functions to the Institutional Release Classification Board (\"IRCB\") and the courts. This Act does not alter or narrow eligibility for parole, nor does it limit the procedural rights or remedies available to parolees. In addition, victims will have the same right of notice and opportunity to be heard as they currently have with respect to Board of Parole hearings. Under the Truth in Sentencing (TIS) Act, the parole system was abolished for offenses committed after June 30, 1990. As a result, the caseload of the Board of Parole has decreased dramatically over the past two decades in its core areas of responsibility. As of November 2010, there were only 247 inmates in state prisons eligible for parole and 350 parolees under parole supervision. These numbers equate to approximately 5% of total incarcerated sentenced inmates and 2% of total offenders supervised in the community. Under this Act, the Board of Parole’s authority to conduct parole and conditional release hearings will be transferred to the IRCB. In addition, the Board currently has the authority to determine whether an individual has violated the terms of his or her parole, and what sanctions to impose. Under this Act, the Department of Correction will hold a hearing to determine whether there is probable cause to believe a violation exists. If so, then the sentencing court will hold a full hearing to determine whether a violation actually occurred. In addition, the Board of Parole’s authority to hear appeals of certain sex offender tier designations will be transferred to the Sex Offender Management Board, which has significant expertise in this area. The Board’s advisory functions (i.e., to the Board of Pardons) will be transferred to the IRCB.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Defeated by Senate. Votes: Defeated 9 YES 10 NO 2 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB35/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6b003ac8125d1cc68525783f005ff9a6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":288910,"bill_number":"HB34","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Regulatory Flexibility Act And The Administrative Procedures Act.","description":"Small businesses are the backbone of the economy in Delaware. In fact, 80% of the companies in Delaware employ less than 20 employees, according to recent statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau. The goal of regulatory flexibility is to foster a climate for entrepreneurial success so that small businesses will continue to create jobs, produce innovative new products and services, bring more Americans into the economic mainstream, and broaden the tax base. In 2002, the Office of Advocacy presented state model legislation, patterned after the federal Regulatory Flexibility Act, to improve the state regulatory climate for small business. This legislation adopts much of the model legislation with the intent of aiding and fostering small job growth in our State by creating a friendlier regulatory environment for small businesses.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB34/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e064bf52495b33a985257837005022d1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":288929,"bill_number":"HB32","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Manufactured Home Communities And The Delaware Manufactured Home Relocation Trust Fund.","description":"This Act grants the Authority the right to recover from a delinquent party all reasonable court costs and attorneys fees incurred by the Authority in prosecuting a civil action to collect any assessment, interest, or other sums due thereunder.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB32/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7306e341723294808525781e007aba51?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298058,"bill_number":"HB39","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 27 Of Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Related To School Bus Endorsement Holder Criminal Background Checks.","description":"This housekeeping bill is intended to update the state law regarding criminal background checks for those seeking a school bus driver endorsement from DMV to comply with federal requirements for access to the national criminal history records kept by the FBI.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB39/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/16c1190b120f6bdb8525784c00565b8f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298118,"bill_number":"HB43","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Manufactured Housing And Rental Of A Manufactured Home Lot.","description":"This bill requires a landlord to provide a copy of this subchapter and a summary thereof, written by the Office of the Attorney General, to any prospective tenant.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB43/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/92fbff7da4489fb28525781d0069c240?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298157,"bill_number":"HB47","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 16 And 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Regulation, Investigation And Inspection Of Unsanitary Or Unsafe Conditions In Facilities Where Invasive Medical Procedures Are Performed.","description":"This bill provides the Department of Health and Social Services with the explicit authority to investigate and inspect unsanitary or unsafe conditions in certain facilities where invasive medical procedures are performed. It also gives DHSS the authority to adopt regulations to strengthen oversight of facilities. In addition, it provides that the Department of State, Division of Professional Regulation may investigate and inspect unsanitary and unsafe conditions maintained by individuals licensed by the Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline. Finally, the bill provides that maintenance of an unsanitary or unsafe condition is “unprofessional conduct” for purposes of the Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB47/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/779d5aa7295ffb598525784d0069d96e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298172,"bill_number":"HB49","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Home Solicitations And Door To Door Sales.","description":"This Act provides that any person who solicits a door-to-door sale shall display a door-to-door salesperson identification card which shall include the person’s name, employer, employer telephone number, employer address and the State of Delaware business license number. This bill also provides that a door-to-door sale shall be solicited between the hours of 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. prevailing Delaware time, only. A door-to-door salesperson identification card applies to sales solicited at a home, only. Additionally, this bill provides an exception for persons conducting home sales events, public utilities and cable television system operators from the requirement of having a door-to-door salesperson identification card. Furthermore, persons soliciting sales via telephone, mail, email, or internet are also excluded from application of this Act. .","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB49/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7e7f71ac367bdae98525781e007921e1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298180,"bill_number":"HB44","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Personal Income Tax.","description":"This Act creates a tax check-off for Delaware taxpayers to designate contributions to the White Clay Creek Wild and Scenic River Preservation Fund, which is created by this Act to enhance water resource restoration and management programs within the White Clay Creek watershed, Delaware’s only federally designated wild and scenic river.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB44/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0dcf6ac2b9123ceb8525781d0072654f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298251,"bill_number":"HB42","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Powers And Duties Of The Department Of Education.","description":"This Act requires the Department of Education to promulgate uniform regulations related to school discipline to provide consistency across all districts and charter schools. The Act implements certain recommendations initiated through the Department of Education’s Standardized School Code of conduct Policies Report, prepared in response to House Resolution Number 33 of the 145th General Assembly.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB42/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/689a2c4f7d95ef228525784000776316?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298269,"bill_number":"HB48","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 11, 16 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Reporting Persons Prohibited From Possessing Firearms And The National Criminal Instant Background Check System (\"nics\").","description":"The National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Improvement Act of 2007 was enacted by Congress in response to the Virginia Tech shooting tragedy. Among other things, it requires states to provide certain information to the federal National Instant Criminal Background Check System (“NICS”) database about persons prohibited from possessing firearms, including mentally ill individuals. Delaware is one of only 10 states that have provided no information on mentally ill individuals to the federal database. This bill would help remedy that problem by authorizing state agencies to provide such information to NICS. It also creates a federally mandated “relief from disabilities” program, which allows individuals adjudicated as mentally ill to once again become eligible for gun ownership by showing they are not likely to act in a manner dangerous to public safety. Once the new system is established, the bill will also abolish the state’s existing firearms transaction program, which will be duplicative.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB48/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f911088699a0213d8525784900636581?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298279,"bill_number":"HB46","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Disposition Of Validly Seized Weapons And Ammunition.","description":"This bill addresses the issues of weapons, specifically firearms, that have been relinquished by owners who are persons prohibited under 1448, Title 11 of the Delaware Code and by owners of firearms who have had a PFA Order issued against them. Currently, thousands of relinquished weapons are stored in evidence lockers of law enforcement agencies throughout the State. This bill will allow law enforcement to dispose of these firearms if, after sending written notice to the last known address of the owners of these firearms and giving them an opportunity to reclaim the weapon(s), the owners have failed to respond to the notice and 60 days has expired from the date the notice was sent. Law enforcement shall not dispose of a firearm during the pendency of a PFA Order, but may do so after expiration of the PFA order, if the owner has failed to reclaim the firearm within 60 days after notice with an opportunity to be heard has been sent to the owner’s last-known address.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB46/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0d6d0eef12380b938525784900691c18?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298326,"bill_number":"HB38","title":"An Act To Amend Title 2 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Charter Bus Activities.","description":"This Bill will exempt from public carrier regulation those school bus operators that also provide charter bus activities for non-school related activities through the year to supplement their operations","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB38/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/92a82ecf00386d148525784000764fba?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298345,"bill_number":"HB40","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 3 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Licensing Of Video Lottery Casinos And Harness Racing Days.","description":"This Act authorizes the addition of two video lottery agents, one in Sussex County and one in New Castle County, through an application process conducted by a Lottery Redevelopment Committee. This Act also increases the number of required racing days to reflect the current amount of racing, and prevents the addition of video lottery agents from triggering a reduction in the minimum number of days that existing harness tracks must offer harness racing. The Act also expresses the intent of the General Assembly that the new Video Lottery Casinos will be subject to a one-time license fee and ongoing license fees, purse contributions and other statutorily mandated payments that are currently the same as that currently required of video lottery agents, as well as such fees as are necessary to create a level playing field for competition with video lottery agents who operate horse racing or harness racing, and directs the Department of Finance to prepare legislation implementing that intent.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-10","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Gaming & Parimutuels Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-03-10","committee":"Gaming & Parimutuels","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB40/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b5b606315e78b8d88525784c004ddb60?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298354,"bill_number":"HB41","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Exemptions From Real Property Taxation For Certain Organizations.","description":"This Act exempts real property owned by The Academy of the Dance, Inc. from taxation and assessment for public purposes by county or local government as long as such property is not held for purposes of investment.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-03-10","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB41/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8068b4a6b6a75aca852578400059bbf6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298387,"bill_number":"HB36","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Related To Driver License.","description":"This bill increases the Delaware driver license issuance period from 5 years to 8 years and learner permit issuance period from 60 days to 6 months. The division has seen a significant upward trend in customer volume in 2010 when compared to 2009. Specifically, the division’s customer volume has increased an average of 100 customers per day in our busiest facility and an average of 25 customers per day in our slowest facility. If this rate of growth continues, the DMV can expect to see between 6,200 and 25,000 additional customers in our facilities each year. By extending driver license issuance periods an additional three years the division estimates a reduction in customer volume of approximately 48,000 fewer customers each year, thus enabling the division to handle the continued population growth in Delaware.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-04-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB36/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/460a1f9b9cf8718085257840006e7985?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":298417,"bill_number":"HB37","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Registration Of Motor Vehicles.","description":"This bill removes the 3/4 of an inch letter height requirement for the issuance date, expiration date, make, and serial number on the smaller motorcycle temporary tag.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-04-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB37/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/792f12ebecfd5c8d852578400075c0fd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":300195,"bill_number":"HB71","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Commercial Shooting Preserves.","description":"This bill will permit licensed commercial game preserves to operate on Sundays. The bill limits Sunday operations to commercial facilities only within the seasons established by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. This bill does not allow for Sunday hunting of wild game or put-and-take hunting by entities other than commercially-operated facilities. This bill is necessary for commercial game preserves to compete with similar operations in adjoining States, where Sunday operations are allowed.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB71/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6ffef3050f5bcdc58525785c00735453?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":300236,"bill_number":"HB69","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Fiscal Projections.","description":"This bill adds incoming revenue, if any, as part of a full-cost analysis of fiscal projections, often referred to as fiscal notes or F/N. Consideration would be given to the economic implications caused by action of the General Assembly in creating jobs and the revenue that might be generated, as well as predictable revenue calculated by contract or direct action. This bill also requires a fiscal note to show the math used to determine the cost or revenue projections.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB69/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b1b393a97030e0438525784e004cf66d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":300516,"bill_number":"HB93","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Shellfish.","description":"This bill allows for the transferring of certain shellfish licenses after completion of the apprenticeship program in 1920, Title 7 of the Delaware Code.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB93/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a62d708b5529134885257815004a8898?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":300766,"bill_number":"HB51","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Gold Alert Program For Certain Missing Persons.","description":"This bill requires the Department of Transportation to display on its variable message signs information regarding missing senior citizens, suicidal persons, or persons with a disability.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB51/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/86871eb300978f4a8525784800661232?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":300903,"bill_number":"SCR6","title":"Commending The Delaware State Dental Society On The Achievements Of Its Eighth Annual Give Kids A Smile Program, And Recognizing Its Continuing Efforts.","description":"This Resolution commends the Delaware State Dental Society on the success of its Eighth Annual Give Kids a Smile Program.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR6/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7e1f234d7e72b68a85257826006dee2f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":300936,"bill_number":"HR12","title":"Recognizing April 28, 2011 As \"workers Memorial Day.\"","description":"This resolution recognizes April 28, 2011 as “Workers Memorial Day.”","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR12/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4b10186026bfd4678525786a006dc618?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":300977,"bill_number":"SB48","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Deceptive Foreclosure Practices","description":"This Act prohibits the use of a deceptive or fraudulent record, document, or statement to support an action to foreclose","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-09-21","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB48/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/99d87051e42d49a785257855006a2a8a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":301002,"bill_number":"HB89","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Doctrine Of Employment At Will And Protection From Wrongful Termination.","description":"This act is based on the Model Employment Termination Act promulgated by the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws in 1991. The basic philosophy of this act is one of compromise and balancing the competing interests of employers and employees. Thus, although covered employees are granted an expanded substantive right to “good cause” protections against termination, available remedies are limited to reinstatement, with or without backpay, and severance pay when reinstatement is unfeasible. Compensatory and punitive damages are eliminated, except in cases where an employer retaliates against an individual for filing a complaint, giving testimony or otherwise participating in proceedings under this Subchapter. Pursuant to this act, employees who have worked for an employer for more than one year may only be fired for “good cause.” Part-time employees working less than 20 hours per week are not covered by the act. As to covered employees, this act extinguishes all common law rights and remedies against an employer. This act, however, does not displace or extinguish any rights granted to an employee under any federal or Delaware statutes, administrative rules or regulations having the force of law. Similarly, this act does not displace or extinguish any rights granted to an employee under a collective-bargaining agreement or an express oral or written agreement relating to employment. Employees not covered by the provisions of this act retain all common law rights and remedies. This act does not apply to the State or its subdivisions or agencies, municipal corporations or private employers with less than five employees. “Good cause” for a termination is defined as: (i) a “reasonable basis” related to an individual employee in view of factors such as conduct on the job, job performance and employment record; or (ii) the exercise of business judgment in good faith by the employer. The requirement of good cause for a termination does not apply to a termination which occurs at the expiration of express term of employment or upon completion of the specified task or project to which the employment related. The provisions of this act cannot be waived except by an express written agreement of the employer and employee providing for severance pay in the event the employee is terminated without good cause. Any covered employee whose employment is terminated may file a complaint and demand for arbitration with the Department of Labor within 180 days of the effective date of the termination. An employer seeking a declaration that good cause exists for a termination may also file a complaint and request for arbitration. Arbitration pursuant to this act shall be governed by Delaware’s Uniform Arbitration Act. Either party to an arbitration proceeding may appeal the arbitrator’s award to the Superior Court of the County in which the termination occurred. The act will take effect 180 days after enactment to allow the Department of Labor to promulgate regulations implementing this act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Labor Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Labor","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB89/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/38279392dbb18e198525785b0065977f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":301144,"bill_number":"HCR8","title":"Designating The Month Of April 2011 As Delaware's Sexual Assault Awareness Month.","description":"This Resolution designates the month of April 2011 as Sexual Assault Awareness month in the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 19 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR8/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/dfa00308703d0f2085257864007ab87a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":301346,"bill_number":"HB58","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Foreclosures Including A Foreclosure Mediation Program For Homeowners.","description":"This Bill regulates conduct related to foreclosures in Delaware. Section 1 establishes the Automatic Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program in order to ensure homeowners have an opportunity to meet face-to-face with lender representatives and mediate both retention and non-retention options before a judgment is entered or a sheriff’s sale occurs. This Section codifies an expanded version of the Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program currently run by the Superior Court under its Administrative Directive 2011-2, as first established under the Superior Court’s Administrative Directive 2009-3. The Automatic Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program established by Section 1 expands access to mediation to all homeowners of owner-occupied residential one-to-four family properties and eliminates financial qualification rules set forth in the existing mediation program. This will ensure that mediation can bring all homeowners facing foreclosure on their residence together in face-to-face meetings with representatives of their lender to address not just possible loan modifications, but other mutually agreeable resolutions short of a sheriff’s sale. Section 1 also requires that plaintiffs pay a court-determined mediation fee in foreclosure actions for which mediation will occur; this fee is to be set by the court in an amount to defray the costs of the mediation program. Section 2 sets out certain requirements for the filing of a complaint or summons in a mortgage foreclosure action, including that the filing be accompanied by certain documentation related to the notices. Section 2 also extends the period for a defendant to file an answer in mortgage foreclosure actions that are subject to the mediation program established under Section 1 until the date of any scheduled mediation conference.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-09-21","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB58/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c2ebd43990c049b985257855006835e2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":301376,"bill_number":"HB74","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Special License Or Registration Plates.","description":"This Act creates a Law Enforcement Memorial license plate.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB74/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/71f25ef05d73b9b885257831004eb4f6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":301637,"bill_number":"HCR5","title":"Recognizing That The Members Of The Delaware Federation Of Republican Women Are Urging The Passage Of Legislation That Moves The Delaware Election Primaries To An Earlier Date To Ensure The Timely Issuance And Receipt Of Military Absentee Ballots.","description":"In this concurrent resolution, the members of the General Assembly recognize that the members of the Delaware Federation of Republican Women are urging the passage of legislation that moves the Delaware election primaries to an earlier date to ensure the timely issuance and receipt of military absentee ballots. The primaries are now held on the second Tuesday after the first Monday in September.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-16","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-03-16","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR5/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3e92df01f7bb25f2852578320061e5c9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":301666,"bill_number":"SB42","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Foreclosure Consultants And Mortgage Modification Service Providers.","description":"Sections 1-8 of this Bill provide that the Mortgage Rescue Fraud Protection Act in 6 Del. C. Chapter 24B will protect homeowners 60 days in default on their mortgage loans. Currently the protections are in effect after an action for foreclosure is filed. Section 9 creates a registration requirement for Mortgage Loan Modification Companies that provide services to Delaware residents. Written contracts with disclosures are required and no fees can be collected in advance. The registration and renewal fees can be used to support foreclosure relief programs. The law is enforced by the Attorney General.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-09-21","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB42/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/197299d63544d56285257855006b4ec6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":301695,"bill_number":"SB38","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Bicycle And Motor Vehicle Safety.","description":"This bill would create a safe-passing zone between a motor vehicle and a bicycle, when the motor vehicle is overtaking a bicycle traveling in the same direction. If a three-foot-wide passing space is not possible, then the driver of the motor vehicle is to slow down to increase the margin for passing safely beyond the bicycle. This bill is supported by the Delaware Bicycle Council, and is based on similar legislation in Rhode Island.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB38/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/78319be27983dec78525785b005c0bad?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":301738,"bill_number":"HB85","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Limitations Upon Taxing Power.","description":"This bill requires an owner of property in New Castle County who seeks a charitable, religious, or educational tax exemption or exemption as a specified organization to submit an application by which the County may determine its eligibility for exemption by March 1 of the preceding fiscal year, or within 30 days of the property acquisition, if acquired after March 1. No such application is required of governmental entities.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB85/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ec523bd1504b1f268525785400746b33?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":301771,"bill_number":"SCR7","title":"Recognizing April 2011 As Child Abuse Prevention Month In Delaware","description":"This Resolution recognizes April 2011 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR7/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/646692977b0d90ea8525785500687837?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":302066,"bill_number":"SB56","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Health Service Corporations.","description":"This Act will require insurers administering CHIP buy-in programs in other states to cause similar buy-in programs to be offered in Delaware if they should engage in specified transactions or affiliations with Delaware health service corporations.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB56/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6bc8ce486f305a0485257863005d03b1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":302185,"bill_number":"SR13","title":"Recognizing The 40th Anniversary Of The Southern Poverty Law Center.","description":"This Resolution recognizes and honors the Southern Policy Law Center on its 40th anniversary.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-14","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 17 YES 2 NO 1 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR13/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bed7b6694f5a4dcd8525786a006b70f7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":302662,"bill_number":"SB58","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Shellfish.","description":"This bill allows for the transfer of a commercial crab pot or crab dredger license more than one time, additionally, the bill allows for posthumous transfer of a license.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB58/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0c1488b3d53f865985257863004a10e3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":302941,"bill_number":"HB80","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Parental Consent For Abortion.","description":"This bill changes the Parental Notice of Abortion Act to the Parental Consent for Abortion Act. Because the General Assembly saw fit to pass a law requiring parental consent for minors under 18 using tanning beds, it seems to follow that requiring parental consent for minor young women to obtain abortions instead of just notification is quite reasonable. Therefore, the age for consent has been raised from 16 to 18. The bill removes the definition of “licensed mental health professional”, and makes other changes that have been approved as constitutionally sound by the U.S. Supreme Court in a Pennsylvania case regarding the Pennsylvania Abortion Control Act. Except in the case of a medical emergency , or if a pregnant young woman is a minor and not emancipated, or if she has been adjudged an incapacitated person by a court of proper jurisdiction, a physician may not perform an abortion upon her unless, in the case of the minor, the physician first obtains the informed consent of both the pregnant minor and of one (1) of her parents; or, in the case of a minor who is an incapacitated person, the physician must first obtain the informed consent of her guardian. In deciding whether to grant such consent, a pregnant minor's parent or guardian shall consider only their child's or ward's best interests. In the case of a pregnancy that is the result of incest where the father is a party to the incestuous act, the pregnant minor need only obtain the consent of her mother. If both parents have died or are otherwise unavailable to the physician within a reasonable time and in a reasonable manner, consent of the pregnant minor's guardian or guardians is sufficient. If the pregnant woman's parents are divorced, consent of the parent having custody is sufficient. If neither parent nor a legal guardian is available to the physician within a reasonable time and in a reasonable manner, consent of any adult person standing in loco parentis is sufficient. A judicial option continues to be available to a pregnant minor.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Health & Human Development Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Health & Human Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB80/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/20e5d411a023341385257863005a0a74?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":303190,"bill_number":"SB24","title":"An Act To Amend Title 12 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Office Of The Public Guardian And To Establish The Delaware Guardianship Commission.","description":"This Act proposes reforms for the Office of the Public Guardian in an effort to meet the increasing critical need for guardianship services in Delaware, and to meet the needs of those who have no one else to care for them. The key reforms of the Act are: The Act requires that the Public Guardian be an attorney who may represent the Office of the Public Guardian in matters before the Court of Chancery in addition to other duties. The Office must file hundreds of routine maintenance pleadings each year in addition to initial petitions for guardianship and other court pleadings, a task which may be done more efficiently and effectively by the Office of the Public Guardian where the Public Guardian is an attorney. It changes the appointing authority from the Chancellor to the Governor to remove the conflict of the Public Guardian appearing in the Court of Chancery while being supervised by the Chancellor. It expands the mission of the Office of the Public Guardian from a protective agency to an advocacy and protective agency. It establishes the Delaware Guardianship Commission as an advisory group to the Office of the Public Guardian to assist in creating appropriate policies and priorities for State Guardianship, and an advocacy group to assess the needs of the incapacitated citizens of Delaware and identify solutions to address those needs and protect the rights of these individuals. This Commission brings the stakeholders in the protection of the elderly and disabled together to work toward the betterment of that protective mission.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB24/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2a1244c8046567f58525781e005c6a48?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":303275,"bill_number":"HB64","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Judicial Law Clerks.","description":"This Bill amends and in some instances, adds, language to make uniform the individual courts’ various statutory provisions relating to judicial law clerks.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB64/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ba996ca8b968e5ca8525785d006dbad6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":303478,"bill_number":"HB52","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Licensure Of Mental Health And Chemical Dependancy Professionals.","description":"Sections 1, 3 and 4 of this bill require permanent revocation of the license of any mental health or chemical dependency professional convicted of a felony sexual offense. Section 2 of this bill makes it a ground for discipline if a licensed mental health or chemical dependency professional fails to report child abuse or neglect as required of every person by 16 Del. C.  903, or if a licensee fails to report to the Board any licensee or other healthcare professional who is reasonably believed to be guilty of unprofessional conduct or physically or mentally incapable of practicing their profession. It also provides that any licensee who makes a good faith report against a licensee or other healthcare professional is not subject to civil or criminal liability for reporting.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB52/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f9338d62056aba718525784d0074cce7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":303716,"bill_number":"SB21","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Healthy Children Program.","description":"This Act removes the provision requiring that participants in the Delaware Healthy Children Program pay a premium to participate, while allowing the Department of Health and Social Services to consider instituting minimal co-payments for health services in order to recover a portion of the revenue that would be lost due to the absence of premium payments. Removing the premium payment may reverse declining enrollment in the Program and increase the number of children in Delaware who have health insurance coverage.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Amendment SA 1 - Introduced and Placed With the Bill in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB21/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f12e079406eae3b88525781d00735a8d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":304134,"bill_number":"HB83","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Hunting, Trapping, And Fishing Licenses.","description":"This legislation corrects the previous omission of research related to fishing harvest surveys from the list of purposes for which government agencies and DNREC scientists may use license information. That list already includes “research purposes involving hunting/trapping surveys.”","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB83/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1eb68c4f5a2f9d078525786200752c86?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":304288,"bill_number":"SCR5","title":"Marking The 100th Anniversary Of The Delaware Parent Teachers Association And Commending All Those Who Have Been Active In The Work Of This Outstanding Organization Over The Past Century.","description":"This Senate Resolution marks the 100th Anniversary of the Delaware Parent Teachers Association and commends all those who have been active in the valuable work of the organization over the past century.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR5/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/eb2b6c62adedccd98525785b00577e7a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":304355,"bill_number":"SB57","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Shellfish.","description":"This bill allows a person who has an oyster harvesting license to transfer an oyster harvesting tag to another person, who has an oyster harvesting license.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB57/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1435373f3f7f11228525786900581463?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":304461,"bill_number":"HB78","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Alcoholic Beverage Control Licenses And Taxes, And Direct Purchasing And Shipment Of Wine.","description":"This bill would permit wine producers holding a valid license in this State or another state to obtain a license and ship wine directly to Delaware consumers so long as it is done through a common carrier with a “Carrier Permit”. The bill requires the payment of taxes and obtaining the signature of a person 21 years of age or older before delivery of the wine.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Amendment HA 2 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB78/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9626e35e748e0d1d8525785c006e05fa?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":304710,"bill_number":"HB66","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Motor Vehicles Speed And Video Monitoring Systems.","description":"This Act authorizes the Municipalities to establish a video speed enforcement program within 1/4 mile of any work zone or school. Similar to the red light cameras currently in use in this State, the vehicle speed monitoring systems authorized under the program will produce recorded images of motor vehicles traveling at least 11 miles per hour above the posted speed limit. Violations shall be subject to a civil assessment not to exceed $75, with an additional assessment of up to $25 if the original assessment is not paid within 20 days, and the procedures for issuing, contesting, and paying a notice of violation shall be the same as for traffic light signal violations. Violations are civil in nature and are not subject to points, are not made a part of a person’s driving record, and cannot be used to affect a person’s automobile insurance rates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 66 - Defeated by House of Representatives. Votes: Defeated 15 YES 15 NO 7 NOT VOTING 4 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB66/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/116cfbda3898f61585257840005c8751?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":304725,"bill_number":"HB87","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Crimes And Specific Offenses Against The Person.","description":"This Bill protects public transit operators by including that position in the list of other positions, such as volunteer firefighters and paramedics, that result in heightened levels for crimes in which the operator was a victim. A person who intentionally causes physical injury to a public transit operator who is acting in the lawful performance of duty is guilty of an assault in the second degree, a class D felony, rather than an assault in the third degree, a class A misdemeanor. A person who intentionally causes serious physical injury to a public transit operator who is acting in the lawful performance of duty is guilty of an assault in the first degree, a class B felony, rather than an assault in the second degree.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB87/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/29896f58055645728525786900718163?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":304844,"bill_number":"SR10","title":"Marking The 100th Anniversary Of The Delaware Parent Teachers Association And Commending All Those Who Have Been Active In The Work Of This Outstanding Organization Over The Past Century.","description":"This Senate Resolution marks the 100th Anniversary of the Delaware Parent Teachers Association and commends all those who have been active in the valuable work of the organization over the past century.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR10/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/15725dad2f1c22128525785b0069da97?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":304908,"bill_number":"HB61","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Hunting, Trapping, And Fishing Licenses.","description":"Section 505 of Title 7 allows certain members of the military who live and/or serve in Delaware to obtain a fishing license in Delaware regardless of their legal state of residency. This bill clarifies the law to permit members of Delaware’s National Guard who are residents of neighboring states to like-wise obtain a Delaware fishing license. The current wording of the section inadvertently excludes National Guard members because they are not on “full-time active duty” status.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-31","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB61/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/03dd6444623045bd852578560069367e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":304921,"bill_number":"HB56","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Unemployment Compensation.","description":"This Bill amends, and in some instances adds, language to make uniform the individual Courts’ various statutory provisions relating to judicial law clerks.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB56/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1f0a0173a89f69308525785b006affc9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":304989,"bill_number":"HCR9","title":"Proclaiming April 13, 2011, \"early Child Care And Education Professionals Appreciation Day\".","description":"This Concurrent Resolution proclaims April 13, 2011, \"Early Child Care and Education Professionals Appreciation Day\". Early childhood educators and child care professionals are dedicated, tireless workers who assist in strengthening communities and supporting families throughout the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR9/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/20b1231214e9fac585257870005b1b21?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":305155,"bill_number":"SB5","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Consolidation Of Vocational-technical School Districts.","description":"This Bill requires consolidation of the three vocational-technical school districts effective for the 2012-2013 school year. This will save considerable public funds and increase efficiency of this system. The Bill provides for one statewide school board to oversee the newly consolidated District. It also requires DOE to propose legislation to adjust the current vocational-technical tax procedures to make them uniform and equitable.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (EDUCATION) in Senate with 5 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB5/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/34fe46f46f198cc3852578150062465e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":305338,"bill_number":"SB63","title":"An Act To Amend Title 1 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Bill And Amendment Drafting.","description":"This bill would require bills and amendments to show the changes to the statutes or to the bill in the context of the section or paragraph by using strikeouts for deleting and underscores for inserting.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB63/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2b6abd110df00bc8852578690062b572?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":305489,"bill_number":"HB91","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Use Of Respectful Language When Referring To Persons With Disabilities.","description":"People First Language (PFL) legislation is part of a national movement to promote dignity and inclusion for people with disabilities. PFL specifies that the order of terms used to describe any individual places the person first, and the description of the person second. For example, when using PFL, outdated terms such as “the disabled” would be phrased as “people with disabilities.” This language emphasizes that individuals are people first, and that their disabilities are secondary. This bill requires all new state laws and publications, from the effective date of the enactment of this bill into law, to avoid language that is disrespectful and/or offensive to individuals with disabilities. A violation of this bill is not grounds to invalidate any new state law or publication. This bill does not apply to terms required by federal law or regulation or state statute. Nothing in this section shall be construed as changing the application of any provision affected by this section to any person.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-17","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB91/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3f978352b5a7288d852578690064915a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":305768,"bill_number":"HB63","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Sexual Abuse Of Patients In Facilities.","description":"This bill provides important safeguards for vulnerable patients and residents who are treated in, or reside in healthcare, residential or treatment facilities, against sexual predators who exploit their infirmity or disability. Under this bill it is illegal for an employee or volunteer of a healthcare facility, nursing home, assisted living facility, long-term care residence, group home, psychiatric treatment facility residential substance abuse or mental health facility, or any facility required to be licensed under Title 16 of the Delaware Code to engage in sexual activity with a patient or resident of a facility. Consent shall not be a defense. Sexual contact with patient or resident by an employee or volunteer shall be a class G felony. Where an employee or volunteer engages in sexual penetration or sexual intercourse, the crime will be a Class C felony. Abuse, mistreatment or neglect resulting in serious physical injury is enhanced from a Class D felony to a Class C felony.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB63/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c8306a5ed494d1908525785c00754211?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":305781,"bill_number":"HB65","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Related To State Government And The General Assembly.","description":"This Act would prohibit any member of the General Assembly from being employed by the State of Delaware while in office, unless the member was already a state employee at the time the member was elected to the General Assembly. For purposes of this bill, service in the General Assembly, in and of itself, would not be construed as employment by the State of Delaware. The act would only apply prospectively.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB65/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6e57bf9d4a3aaf1e852578610048f38e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":305831,"bill_number":"SR12","title":"Commemorating The Outstanding Achievements And Contributions Made By Scottish-americans To The United States By Proclaiming April 6, 2011 As National Tartan Day .","description":"When the United States was first formed and the thirteen states selected their first governors, nine were of Scottish ancestry. All the members of the first American cabinet had Scottish ancestry. Delaware’s first governor – John McKinly, was born in Northern Ireland of Scottish descent. Americans of Scottish descent have played a vibrant and influential role in the development of this country. However, not until 1997 was this influence recognized by a single-year U.S. Senate Resolution that appeared in the Congressional Record of April 7, 1997. In 1998 National Tartan Day was officially recognized on a permanent basis when the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 155 recognizing April 6th as National Tartan Day. This was followed by companion bill House Resolution 41 which was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on March 9, 2005. President George W. Bush signed a Presidential Proclamation on April 4, 2008 making April 6 National Tartan Day. In April of 2008, then Governor Minner issued a statement celebrating the accomplishments of Scots-Irish Americans in the First State as part of a Scots/Scots-Irish Heritage Month. April 6 commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath in 1320, which asserted Scotland's sovereignty over English territorial claims, and which was a significant influence on the American Declaration of Independence. Canada has been celebrating \"National Tartan Day\" since 1993. The idea and motivation for creating a similar American holiday was provided by the Scottish Coalition, a group of national Scottish- American cultural organizations.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR12/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b1aff19ec02dcfbc852578690052ada1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":305989,"bill_number":"HR6","title":"Establishing April 12, 2011 As \"equal Pay Day\" In The State Of Delaware.","description":"This Resolution designates Tuesday, April 12, 2011 as “Equal Pay Day” in the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR6/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7944c6f322155a338525786a006ad4c8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":306059,"bill_number":"SB29","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Possession Of Deadly Weapons By Persons Prohibited.","description":"This Bill makes it illegal for individuals to possess firearms outside of their homes while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Persons found guilty under this section shall be guilty of a class A misdemeanor for a first offense, and will have their permit to carry a concealed deadly weapon, if available, revoked. In addition, such persons will not be permitted to obtain another CDW permit for 5 years from the date of conviction for a first offense. Persons convicted of a second or subsequent offense shall be guilty of a class G felony.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB29/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/387bb5e4280fd54985257853005e4783?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":306147,"bill_number":"HB79","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 And Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Health And Safety Duties Of The Attorney General.","description":"This bill, a.k.a. the Delaware Health Care Freedom Act, clarifies that only the State of Delaware has the legal authority to regulate private healthcare insurance, systems, plans, and services within its borders. The bill specifies and guarantees that Delawareans are, and shall be, free to choose or decline to choose any mode of securing health care services without penalty or threat of penalty. The bill further expands the duties of Delaware’s Attorney General to defend the State of Delaware, its officials, employees, and agents in the event that any law or regulation violating public policy set forth in the Delaware Health Care Freedom Act is enacted by any government, including the federal government, or by any subdivision or agency thereof. The enactment of this legislation does not interfere with the ongoing implementation of the healthcare aspects of any existing government program in which Delawareans have agreed to take part and which do not carry penalties for non-participation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB79/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/435308538bc4acfc8525785b0072da4a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":306277,"bill_number":"SB31","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24, Chapter 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Licensure Of Dentists And Dental Hygienists.","description":"Section 1 of this bill provides that no person who has been convicted of a felony sexual offense can receive a license to practice dentistry or dental hygiene. Section 2 of this bill requires permanent revocation of the license of any person convicted of a felony sexual offense. Section 3 makes it a ground for discipline if a licensee fails to report child abuse or neglect as required of persons licensed in the healing arts by 16 Del. C.  903. Section 4 of this bill requires a licensee to report to the Board any other licensee or healthcare provider who the licensee reasonably believes to be guilty of unprofessional conduct or physically or mentally incapable of practicing their profession. Failure to so report can be grounds for discipline, and any person making a report in good faith is not subject to civil or criminal liability for reporting.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB31/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6f7cf81d0f36cb3b85257853006342bb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":306304,"bill_number":"HB86","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Terminating The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative And Co2 Emission Trading Program.","description":"This bill terminates Delaware’s participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative and will save money for every electricity user in Delaware.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Energy Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB86/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/78bf3990eb5f7b218525785b0077725d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":306586,"bill_number":"HB53","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Licensure Of Clinical Social Workers.","description":"Section 1 of this bill makes a technical change to the Delaware Code. Section 2 of this bill requires permanent revocation of the license of any person convicted of a felony sexual offense. Section 3 of this bill and makes it a ground for discipline if a licensee fails to report child abuse or neglect as required of every person by 16 Del. C.  903, or if a licensee fails to report to the Board any clinical social worker other healthcare professional who is reasonably believed to be guilty of unprofessional conduct or physically or mentally incapable of practicing their profession. It also provides that any licensee who makes a good faith report against a clinical social worker or other healthcare professional is not subject to civil or criminal liability for reporting.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB53/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e39893e19e6e00018525784d0075d196?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":306708,"bill_number":"HB70","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Alcoholic Liquors, Offenses Concerning Certain Persons And The Creation Of A Civil Cause Of Action For Injuries Caused By Certain Persons.","description":"This Act increases the minimum fine (from $100 to $250) for purchasing or providing alcohol to a person under the age of 21 and makes performance of community service mandatory for such an offense. The Act also establishes a civil cause of action which would allow a person injured by intoxicated minor (defined as person under the age of 21) to sue the adults which provided alcohol to the minor. Delaware Courts have consistently held that a person injured by an intoxicated minor has no statutory or common law cause of action against social hosts who provided alcohol to the minor. See Oakes v. Megaw, 565 A.2d 914 (Del. 1989a)(no cause of action against tavern regardless of patron’s age); Zonko v. Brosnahan, 2007 WL 3108201 (Del. Super. 2007)(no cause of action against social hosts who provided alcohol to minor). Pursuant to this Act, a person injured by an intoxicated minor would be permitted to bring a civil cause of action against any adult who provided alcohol to the minor or permitted the minor to consume alcohol on their premises.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (JUDICIARY) in Senate with 5 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB70/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d1dfee7e3cca35ca8525784c00658576?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":306761,"bill_number":"SB23","title":"An Act To Amend The Laws Of Delaware Relating To The Town Of Frankford's Charter.","description":"This amendment eliminates the $2,000 threshold for the bidding and award of contracts and sets the threshold at $7,500; authorizes the Town Council to establish by Ordinance the procedures for the procurement of material, labor or services; and, if it fails to do so, subjects the process to the State Procurement Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB23/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/81ef5ca70c86ff74852578240063defa?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":306889,"bill_number":"SB50","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Freedom Of Information Act.","description":"This Bill will ensure that the redistricting process becomes entirely open. While the Freedom of Information Act has an exception for matters discussed within caucuses of the General Assembly, it is best that this process be entirely open. Accordingly, this Bill, notwithstanding existing FOIA exceptions (both statutory and common law) and an existing exclusion of matters discussed within caucuses, all documents and meetings regarding the redistricting process will be brought within the fold of public information. This Bill will ensure that every meeting involving the redistricting process will be open to the public.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Administration","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB50/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e5d3c2e2796657d6852578640059758d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":306934,"bill_number":"HB73","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Special License Or Registration Plates.","description":"This Act creates a special license plate for the Safe Haven No Kill Animal Sanctuary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (FINANCE) in Senate with 5 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB73/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3b3bbbc452638f2c85257855007439d5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":306988,"bill_number":"HCR4","title":"Recognizing That The Members Of The Delaware Federation Of Republican Women Are Urging The Passage Of Legislation That Requires Voters To Show Government-issued Photo Identification Before Voting.","description":"In this concurrent resolution, the members of the General Assembly recognize that the members of the Delaware Federation of Republican Women are urging the passage of legislation that requires voters to show government-issued photo identification before voting","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-16","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-03-16","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR4/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/768051d21baeb1388525783200612fec?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":307113,"bill_number":"SB55","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Traffic Control Signal Preemption Devices.","description":"This Bill expands the permissible use of traffic signal preemption devices to permit emergency vehicles to return into fire stations.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB55/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bbaa82afabb45eda8525785d005eb09b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":307314,"bill_number":"SJR4","title":"Establishing A Task Force To Consider And Evaluate Options To Decrease The Number Of Public School Districts In Delaware To Not More Than Five Districts And To Make Recommendations Regarding The Same.","description":"This resolution would create a Task Force for the purpose of making recommendations on how best to decrease the numbers of public school districts to not more than five.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-14","last_action":"Assigned to Education Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-04-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR4/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6838533dc2d062c685257862006d4c21?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":307352,"bill_number":"SCR8","title":"Designating April 21, 2011 As \"technology Education Day\" In The State Of Delaware.","description":"Establishes April 21, 2011 as Technology Education Day in the State of Delaware to emphasize the importance of technological literacy.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR8/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2d75451523acfc678525781c006dd9c8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":307561,"bill_number":"HB76","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Health Insurance Contracts And Group And Blanket Health Insurance.","description":"This Act assures prosthetic parity for Delaware citizens who have experienced limb loss by requiring that all individual and group health insurance policies provide orthotic and prosthetic devices at a reimbursement rate equal to the Federal reimbursement rate for the aged and disabled.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB76/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/03808279752ae5738525786200537500?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":307951,"bill_number":"SB37","title":"An Act Proposing An Amendment To Article Iv, Section 29 Of The Delaware Constitution Of 1897, As Amended, Relating To Justices Of The Peace.","description":"Article IV, Section 29 currently provides that, after completing an initial four-year term successfully enough to warrant reappointment and confirmation, succeeding terms would then be for six years. This Amendment would provide that Justices of the Peace who have completed three terms of office successfully enough to warrant reappointment and confirmation for succeeding terms would thereafter serve terms of eight years, thereby retaining Justices of the Peace who are deemed most experienced by virtue of their years of service and increasing professionalism on that bench as a whole.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Enact w/o Sign by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB37/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/544b88ea3655a0cd8525785b0065d899?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":308042,"bill_number":"SB35","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Dependent Health Coverage.","description":"The State Employee Benefits Committee has voted in favor of providing health coverage for those “eligible child dependents” who will graduate from college in May 2011. Under the terms of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010, the State of Delaware must provide dependent coverage for eligible adults until the age of 26 beginning on July 1, 2011. Current Delaware law provides dependent coverage for full time students until the age of 24. There are approximately 120 students who will graduate in May 2011, and would have to be removed from their parent’s health plan as of June 1, 2011. Assuming they meet the requirements of the federal health care act, they would be eligible to re-enroll in their parent’s plan on July 1, 2011. This bill enables those graduating students to remain on their parent’s plan for the month of June. This bill will have to financial impact on the General Fund. The Office of Management and Budget conservatively estimates that coverage for these students for one month may cost $46,000. Those funds, however, will be paid by the Health Fund, and the SEBC has approved those payments.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB35/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c26792448b8cdf8485257856006addcb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":308387,"bill_number":"SB60","title":"An Act Proposing An Amendment To The Constitution Of The State Of Delaware Relating To Constitutional Amendments, And Providing That Constitutional Amendments Be Ratified At The Polls.","description":"At present, almost all States provide for the ratification of constitutional amendments. In Delaware, a proposed constitutional amendment must be approved by two General Assemblies. It is the purpose of this Act to provide that, after a constitutional amendment is passed by the General Assembly, it shall be submitted to the voters at the next following general election for ratification. If the proposed amendment is approved; it becomes a part of the Constitution. If the voters reject the proposed amendment, it cannot be re-submitted for a period of three years.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":"Executive","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB60/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2873db7209159eae8525786b0064319c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":308453,"bill_number":"SB43","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Removal Of Abandoned Vehicles","description":"This Bill will modify the procedures for towing of an abandoned vehicle from private property when the police are contacted by the owner or occupant of the property. The provision will allow the towing operator to obtain ownership and address information regarding the vehicle from the police so that notice may be sent to the owner’s last known address for the process of ultimate disposition of the vehicle.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB43/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bb34ae01aaecf021852578540060a59c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":308518,"bill_number":"SB30","title":"An Act To Amend Title 13 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Civil Unions.","description":"This Act creates the recognized legal relationship of civil union in Delaware for eligible persons. This Act further recognizes as civil unions for all purposes under Delaware law legal unions between two persons of the same sex entered into in jurisdictions outside of Delaware provided that such union and the parties thereto meet the Delaware eligibility requirements to enter into a civil union in the State of Delaware. Parties who enter into a lawful civil union in Delaware, or whose legal union is recognized as a civil union under Delaware law, will have all of the same rights, benefits, protections and responsibilities as married persons under Delaware law. It is not the intent of the Delaware General Assembly to revise the definition or eligibility requirements of marriage under Delaware law or to require any religious institution to perform solemnizations of civil unions.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB30/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/916160214dbb1927852578540067ce78?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":309287,"bill_number":"HCR7","title":"Commending Joseph P. Masiello For His Selection As Delaware's State Teacher Of The Year For 2011 And Commending Each School District's Selected Teacher Of The Year.","description":null,"status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-24","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR7/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1b026075e720c6a58525784600624bd3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":309411,"bill_number":"HR7","title":"Declaring April, 2011 As \"autism Awareness Month\" In Delaware.","description":"Declaring April, 2011 As \"autism Awareness Month\" In Delaware.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-30","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR7/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/282c259602c258c78525785b007c5a12?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":309425,"bill_number":"SB44","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Registration Of Vehicles.","description":"This Bill creates special license plates for Sussex, Kent and New Castle County paramedics.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Executive","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB44/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/08731b9ac2017f3285257842005b878f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":309741,"bill_number":"SB36","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Freedom Of Information.","description":"This Bill clarifies that water and sewer authorities fall within the Freedom of Information Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-04-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB36/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/da1d2e45e27f730c8525785b005cb305?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":309869,"bill_number":"HB62","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Manufactured Housing.","description":"This Act decreases from nine (9) to (5) the members of the Board of directors of the Delaware Manufactured Home Relocation Authority and revises the number of members required for a change of meeting location and approval of payments or assessments.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB62/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b3b94a8f44e3e63b8525781d006b1983?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":310065,"bill_number":"HB68","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Licensure Of Clinical Social Workers.","description":"Section 1 of this bill makes a technical change to the Delaware Code. Section 2 of this bill requires permanent revocation of the license of any person convicted of a felony sexual offense. Section 3 of this bill and makes it a ground for discipline if a licensee fails to report child abuse or neglect as required of every person by 16 Del. C.  903, or if a licensee fails to report to the Board any clinical social worker other healthcare professional who is reasonably believed to be guilty of unprofessional conduct or physically or mentally incapable of practicing their profession. It also provides that any licensee who makes a good faith report against a clinical social worker or other healthcare professional is not subject to civil or criminal liability for reporting.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB68/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/fdb028e0788737358525786200585867?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":310329,"bill_number":"HB55","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Agreement Among The States To Elect The President By National Popular Vote.","description":"Under the U.S. Constitution, the states have exclusive and plenary (complete) power to allocate their electoral votes, and may change their state laws concerning the awarding of their electoral votes at any time. Under the National Popular Vote bill, all of the state's electoral votes would be awarded to the presidential candidate who receives the most popular votes in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The bill would take effect only when enacted, in identical form, by states possessing a majority of the electoral votes—that is, enough electoral votes to elect a President (270 of 538).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Assigned to Administrative Services/Elections Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Administrative Services/Elections","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB55/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3c0a71b87385790a8525784e005c0555?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":310441,"bill_number":"HB92","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Occupational Licenses And Fees.","description":"The act defines a new class of occupational license tax licensee for direct care workers and provides for the license fee of such direct care workers to be reduced if the gross receipts of such direct care workers for the 12 months, beginning July 1 and ending June 30, preceding the year of license application or renewal are less than $10,000.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB92/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/42d4d26d65f3751a85257871005b79a9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":310646,"bill_number":"SR9","title":"Urging An Open And Transparent Redistricting Process With Public Participation.","description":"This Senate Resolution declares the intent of the Senate to have the redistricting process open and transparent. Specifically, this Resolution calls for open meetings and opportunities for the public to be heard in the redistricting process.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR9/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9e5ea8d591e740a3852578560062f1eb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":311074,"bill_number":"SB47","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Hunting, Trapping, And Fishing Licenses.","description":"This legislation waives the annual blind site fee for hunters on youth hunting days.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB47/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6e814649f797ecab85257862005536b7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":311381,"bill_number":"SB40","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Pertaining To Business Tax Credits And Deductions And Clean Energy Technology Device Manufacturing.","description":"This Act improves and updates the State’s primary economic development tax incentive program. Specifically, the Act: 1) makes the program permanent by eliminating a sunset provision; 2) better delineates eligibility for tax relief by establishing a three-year application deadline; 3) boosts the program’s effectiveness by increasing the amount of the corporate or personal income tax credits; and 4) modernizes the program’s scope by including provisions specifically designed to attract manufacturers of advanced clean energy technology power generating devices and systems.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB40/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/50d477c22449938085257853006a07e9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":311517,"bill_number":"HB88","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Regulation Of Securities.","description":"This bill, named the “Delaware Investor Protection Act,” re-organizes the provisions of the Delaware Securities Act (6 Del. C., Ch. 73) into seven subchapters and makes the following substantive amendments to the Act: (1) The definition of the word “security” is amended to make clear that a viatical settlement contract is a security under the Act. (2) The definition of the word “security” is amended to make clear that an annuity contract is a security under the Act. (3) The definition of the word “security” is amended to make clear that an advance fee agreement is a security under the Act. (4) A definition of the term “viatical settlement contract” is added to the Act. (5) The anti-fraud provision under the Act is amended to make clear that (a) where scienter is an element of the offense, reckless conduct will satisfy the scienter requirement; and (b) in a government enforcement action brought under the anti-fraud provision, the government need not prove loss, proximate cause, or reliance in order to establish a violation of any part of the provision, nor scienter to establish that a violation has occurred through the making of a materially false statement or omission. (6) The permissible range for filing fees payable for securities registrations and notice filings is amended to establish a minimum payment of $500.00 and a maximum payment of $1,500.00. (7) The statutory registration exemption for any investment contract issued in connection with an employee’s stock purchase, savings, pension, profit-sharing or similar benefit plan is amended to eliminate the requirement that the Commissioner be notified in writing of the offering of any such security. (8) A securities registration exemption for viatical settlement contracts is added to the Act. (9) The Act is amended to make it unlawful for persons registered under the Act (or persons who are required to be registered under the Act) to make false or misleading filings with the Commissioner, to engage in any dishonest or unethical conduct, or to fail reasonably to supervise persons for whom he or she has supervisory responsibilities. (10) The Act is amended to strike a provision that provides for automatic registration of the partners, officers, and directors of a broker-dealer or investment adviser. (11) The Act is amended to increase the registration fees for broker-dealers, broker-dealer agents, investment advisers, investment adviser representatives, and issuer agents. (12) The Act is amended to increase the notice filing fee for federal covered advisers. (13) The Act is amended to clarify that the Attorney General may delegate to an administrative hearing officer the authority to preside in any administrative proceeding under the Act. (14) The statute of limitations in the Act is amended to provide an extension of the existing 5-year statute of limitations for two additional years in the event of fraudulent concealment, but in no event will the applicable statute of limitations be extended for more than 3 years beyond the 5-year period. (15) The Act is amended to increase the fine that may be imposed for a failure reasonably to supervise an agent or employee. (16) The Act is amended to increase the fine that may be imposed for a violation of the Act involving a continuous course of conduct. (17) The Act is amended to create enhanced criminal penalties for persons who commit violations of the Act that injure elderly, infirm or disabled persons. (18) The Act is amended to create a right to rescind a viatical settlement contract for a limited period of time following the occurrence of the viatical settlement contract transaction. This right of rescission does not apply to institutional buyers or accredited investors. (19) The Act is amended to create a mechanism by which an administrative order of the Commissioner can be filed with and given the full force and effect of a judgment of the Superior Court for the State of Delaware. (20) The Act is amended to enhance funding for the Investor Protection Fund. (21) The Act is amended to make aiding and abetting conduct a violation of the Act. (22) The Act is amended to update statutory references and make minor technical corrections.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-16","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB88/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/281810cc40a851838525786a0059a8c6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":311629,"bill_number":"SB62","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Compensation For Members Of The General Assembly.","description":"This Bill eliminates the stipends for certain members of committees, chairs of certain committees and leadership positions as itemized in 710(c) of Title 29. It grandfathers all existing members in such positions until the next General Assembly. This bill would save the State of Delaware approximately $327,000.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-14","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-04-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB62/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/70a339d3c9a7d74085257848005888c4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":311657,"bill_number":"SB45","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Women's Health.","description":"This Bill enacts a mechanism for the licensure, monitoring, and oversight of abortion clinics in the State of Delaware. It provides that the Division of Public Health inspect and oversee licensure of facilities. In addition to creating criminal penalties for violating the Act, the Division of Public Health is given the authority to seek significant civil penalties and injunctive relief for violating the Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Assigned to Health & Social Services Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Health & Social Services","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB45/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3d4d29717f2de26f85257853004e3aa3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":311675,"bill_number":"HB97","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Personal Income Tax.","description":"This Bill excludes from income taxes pensions received from the United States, including military retirement income, up to a maximum of $37,500.00 less any Social Security benefits paid by the United States in the taxable year. It is intended to equalize the treatment of Federal retirees who are not covered or are partially covered by the Social Security System with those retirees receiving Social Security benefits which are presently exempt from tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Assigned to Appropriations Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB97/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d82a2c6cf85a15bb852578500052dcd5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":311749,"bill_number":"HB54","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Regulatory Flexibility Act And The Administrative Procedures Act.","description":"Small businesses are the backbone of Delaware’s economy. According to recent census statistics, 80% of companies in Delaware have fewer than 20 employees. The goal of the State’s Regulatory Flexibility Act is to foster a climate for entrepreneurial success so that small businesses will continue to create jobs, produce innovative new products and services, bring more Delawareans into the economic mainstream, and broaden the tax base. This legislation seeks to further improve the State regulatory climate for small businesses by updating the current Regulatory Flexibility Act based on model legislation prepared by the Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy and patterned after the federal Regulatory Flexibility Act. This legislation requires agencies to prepare and publish a regulatory flexibility analysis and economic impact study with proposed regulations so that agencies consider the costs of such regulations on small businesses and the feasibility of exemptions or less stringent compliance or reporting requirements. Emergency regulations, regulations impacting employment or labor law and orders would not be subject to these requirements. The legislation also requires agencies to review regulations for impacts on small businesses every five years and extends from 30 to 60 days the period for which judicial review of a final agency order with respect to a regulation is available. The legislation directs the Registrar of Regulations, Department of State and Office of Management and Budget to develop and publish guidelines to be used by State agencies in preparing the analysis and impact study required by the Act. The guidelines will ensure that agencies utilize a consistent reporting template for the regulatory flexibility analysis and economic impact study required by the Act and also will clarify exemptions under the Act for certain regulations such as regulations related to professional qualifications and federally mandated regulations already subject to the federal Regulatory Flexibility Act. The Act takes effect on February 1, 2012 to provide adequate time to develop, publish and seek comment on the guidelines.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Executive","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB54/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8bdee38255dccf9b8525785400658514?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":311883,"bill_number":"SB61","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The General Assembly Relating To Term Limits For Its Members.","description":"This bill establishes 12 year term limits for members of the General Assembly. The bill allows completion of Senate terms if the 12 year limit falls mid term.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-14","last_action":"Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-04-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB61/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/30b56caeba4911468525785300614991?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":312242,"bill_number":"HB90","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Nonrenewal Of Contracts And Dismissal Of Department Of Education Employees.","description":"This Act amends the contract nonrenewal procedures and hearing procedures for Department of Education employees. For employees who have a right to a hearing upon contract nonrenewal or termination, the Delaware Code currently imposes no deadline for the employee to seek that hearing. This Act would impose a time limitation on the employee to seek a hearing within 15 days after receipt of notice of nonrenewal or termination to ensure that such hearings can be conducted in a timely fashion and before an employee’s contract expires. The Act also revises the notice period for nonrenewal of contracts from six months to four months to ensure that a non-renewed employee does not serve for a two-month period beyond the term of their contract and into a new fiscal year.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB90/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ca07f8db9ae080cb8525786300527279?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":312249,"bill_number":"SB39","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Sale, Purchase, Delivery And Transfer Of Firearms At Firearms Shows.","description":"This bill would close the “gun show loophole” by requiring firearms vendors to have a licensed firearms dealer perform a background check prior to the sale, delivery or transfer of any firearm at a firearms show. For first offenses, firearms show vendors and licensed dealers who willfully and intentionally violate the law will be guilty of a class A misdemeanor. Additional offenses are a class G felony. Potential purchasers or transferees who willfully and intentionally make false statements or present false identification will be guilty of a class G felony.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB39/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/812b26a65ce47af58525785b006f6f5b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":312291,"bill_number":"HB82","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 59, Volume 63 Of The Laws Of Delaware, As Amended, The Charter Of The Town Of Dewey Beach, To Provide A Process For The Town Commissioners To Borrow Money For The 2011 Bayard Avenue Construction Project.","description":"This bill amends the Charter for the Town of Dewey Beach to clarify the process necessary for the Town Commissioners to borrow money and issue bonds for the 2011 Bayard Avenue Construction Project.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB82/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3309fbaf7795cbed852578630064a3f9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":312479,"bill_number":"SB41","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Composition Of The New Castle County Board Of Assessment Review.","description":"This Act provides that the members of the Board of Assessment Review be chosen among the councilmanic districts that were divided in 2004.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB41/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5e6c76e849787d1b85257856005ad65a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":312530,"bill_number":"SB46","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Qualified Financial Contracts, Derivative Instruments And Rehabilitation And Liquidation.","description":"Recent turmoil in the financial markets has heightened scrutiny, in the capital markets and among financial institutions, about identifying, managing and limiting risk, the need for adequate capitalization and for understanding the interdependency of the different financial sectors. One source of risk to financial market participants has arisen due to the lack of certainty in the treatment of qualified financial contracts and netting agreements in the event of the insolvency of state regulated insurers. The importance of maintaining certainty among the participants in these markets has been acknowledged and addressed through changes in the Federal Bankruptcy Code, the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (governing the insolvency of banks), the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, and other federal legislation and regulatory orders, as well as in the laws of major non-U.S. jurisdictions applicable to the insurers’ trading counterparties. This bill corrects this lack of certainty under the Delaware insurance laws by specifying the status of “qualified financial contracts” and the permissibility of netting under such contracts in a formal delinquency proceeding. This bill brings Delaware’s insurance law into conformance with similar provisions of the Federal Bankruptcy Code, the Federal Deposit Insurance Act and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners Insurance Receivership Model Act (“IRMA”). This bill also eliminates a threat to the financial stability of Delaware insurers and addresses a competitive disadvantage of Delaware insurers vis-a-vis their competitors in other jurisdictions where netting legislation has been adopted. Qualified financial contracts and netting agreements have proven to be of great assistance to Delaware insurers during the recent market downturn in managing their risks. Given the recent experience of financial market participants, however, the lack of certainty of the treatment of these agreements and contracts in a formal delinquency proceeding now threatens the ability of Delaware insurers to continue to use qualified financial contracts and netting agreements to manage their risks and remain financially strong. Recent changes in the international capital rules for banks under the Basel II accords, events in the financial markets over the past few years and the increasingly sophisticated risk control methods of financial institutions have placed a spotlight on the lack of protections for these contracts under the insurance laws of Delaware and many other states. Without the certainty that adoption of this bill will provide, it will become difficult for the counterparties of Delaware insurers to obtain the necessary legal comfort to transact business with Delaware insurers. The consequence for Delaware insurers will be increased costs in the pricing for their transactions (due to the perceived increased risk), and potentially, lack of access to these financial instruments. An inability to continue to trade or the increase in the prices at which insurers can transact potentially threatens the competitiveness and financial strength of Delaware insurers. For these reasons, as of March 4, 2011, eleven states have already taken action to adopt legislation validating these netting arrangements for insurers and several more states are currently considering adoption of similar legislation. By providing for the enforcement of netting and closeout rights as provided in this bill for “qualified financial contracts,” Delaware will bring its insurer insolvency law into harmony with federal law and IRMA, will give both insurers and their creditors the certainty and safety they need, and will eliminate a competitive disadvantage of Delaware insurers. Section 1 of this bill confirms the power of the Delaware Insurance Commissioner to issue rules, regulations an orders relating to investments by insurers, including setting standards for the prudent use of derivative instruments and other “qualified financial contracts.” Section 2 of this bill adds new subsections (14)-(24) to  5901 of the Insurance Code, providing, for purposes of Chapter 59, definitions of specific types of financial contracts commonly used in the financial markets, including swap agreements, repurchase agreements, forward contracts, commodity contracts and securities contracts as “qualified financial contracts” and the related “netting agreements” in addition to related terms including affiliate, creditor, claimant, formal delinquency proceeding and transfer. These definitions are intended to be consistent with those used under IRMA and the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, applicable to bank insolvencies. Section 3 of this bill adds a new  5933 to the Insurance Code. Subsection (a) of  5933 provides for the enforcement and recognition of the contractual rights of the insurer’s counterparties under qualified financial contracts, netting agreements and related security arrangements to terminate, liquidate, accelerate and close out such contracts, to set off and net out obligations owing under such contracts, and to enforce any security rights under such agreements, free of any stay, injunction or prohibition which might otherwise apply under Chapter 59. Subsection (b) of  5933 provides for the transfer by the non-defaulting party to the receiver of any net or settlement amount owing to the insurer under a qualified financial contract. Subsection (c) of  5933 provides for the transfer of all financial contracts between an insurer and a single counterparty and its affiliates together if a bulk transfer of insurer liabilities or contracts is made by the receiver. Subsection (d) of  5933 provides for notification upon transfer of a netting agreement or qualified financial contract by the receiver. Subsection (e) of  5933 provides for validation of payments and transfers of money and property under netting agreements and qualified financial contracts made prior to the commencement of a rehabilitation, insolvency or conservation proceeding, unless such transfers were made with actual intent to hinder, delay or defraud the insurer, the receiver or other creditors. Subsection (f) of  5933 provides that if the receiver disaffirms or repudiates any qualified financial contracts or netting agreements with a counterparty, it must disaffirm or repudiate all such contracts. Subsection (g) of  5933 provides a definition of the term “contractual right’ as such term is used in this new  5933. Subsection (h) of  5933 provides that this new  5933 will not apply to affiliates of an insurer subject to proceedings under Chapter 59, unless the Commissioner has previously approved the application of  5933 to a particular affiliate. This new  5933 would apply to contracts of both general and separate accounts of insurers. Section 4 provides that upon enactment this bill would be effective immediately, except that it would only apply to a liquidation, receivership or conservatorship proceeding that commences under Chapter 59 of the Delaware Insurance Code on or after the enactment of this bill.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB46/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/cc5df801460f2e938525785d0059415b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":312551,"bill_number":"HR9","title":"Urging An Open And Transparent Redistricting Process With Public Participation.","description":"This House Resolution declares the intent of the House of Representatives to have the redistricting process open and transparent. Specifically, this Resolution calls for open meetings and opportunities for the public to be heard during the redistricting process.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR9/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/df7b27b1e890a15b8525786200521a10?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":312957,"bill_number":"SB53","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Insurance And To The Investment Flexibility For Well-capitalized Insurance Companies.","description":"This legislation adds a new Section 1333 to Chapter 13, Investments. The new section provides additional investment flexibility to domestic insurers that are well capitalized by increasing the aggregate investment limitations contained in various sections of Chapter 13. This legislation applies to insurers having a Risk Based Capital (RBC) level greater than 400% of the RBC Authorized Control Level.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB53/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/cdb314961e79664c85257869005deaf4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":313188,"bill_number":"SB52","title":"An Act To Amend Title 12 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Issuance Of Small Estate Affidavits.","description":"This Act amends 2306 of Delaware’s probate code as it relates to distribution of the decedent’s personal estate without the grant of letters by the Register of Wills when the decedent’s personal estate is valued at less than $30,000 (“the small estate affidavit”). This Act deletes the restriction that small estate affidavits must be issued exclusively by the Register of Wills. This Act is unanimously supported by the Registers of Wills of New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB52/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2a252cab497b99cd85257856006fc13c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":313551,"bill_number":"SB33","title":"An Act To Amend The Medical Practice Act, Title 24, Chapter 17 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Licensure Of Physician Assistants.","description":"This bill adds to the section on grounds for disciplinary action the requirement that a physician’s assistant report to the Board any doctor, physician assistant or healthcare provider who is reasonably believed to be guilty of unprofessional conduct or physically or mentally incapable of practicing medicine, although no one who makes a good faith report shall be civilly or criminally liable for reporting. It further makes a licensee subject to discipline for failing to report child abuse or neglect as required by 16 Del. C.  903, and provides for revocation of the license of any physician assistant who is convicted of a felony sexual offense.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB33/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d9dd81387c211db1852578530067fa4e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":313633,"bill_number":"SB22","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Autism Spectrum Disorders Coverage.","description":"This Act provides for insurance coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorders.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB22/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/66ad77e225aaaad78525781500658726?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":313686,"bill_number":"SB34","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The State Employee Benefit Committee.","description":"This legislation expands the composition of the State Employee Benefits Committee and provides Delaware public employees with representation on the Committee.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-15","last_action":"Amendment HA 2 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB34/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a1da0b655f020806852578540058b6fb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":313758,"bill_number":"HJR2","title":"Recognizing The Late Delaware State Police Corporal Robert H. Bell For His Courageous Actions In The Line-of-duty.","description":"This Resolution recognizes the late Delaware State Police Corporal Robert H. Bell for his courageous actions in the line-of-duty.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-04-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR2/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d4a29577afc37e118525785b0051c854?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":314062,"bill_number":"HB60","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Dogs.","description":"This bill amends the minimum standards set forth in Chapter 9, Title 9 of the Delaware Code with respect to the primary enclosures and tethering of dogs. The bill establishes a formula for calculating the proper enclosure size for housing a dog in lieu of the current provision, which requires consultation of the Code of Federal Regulations. It also clarifies when the space requirements and limitations do not apply. The bill further establishes more detailed requirements for persons who tether their dogs, including a prohibition on tethering of dogs under 4 months of age and a prohibition of tethering any dog between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., unless it is only for a period of less than fifteen minutes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-24","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB60/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3a7b6c52b4e74c1485257854006745ba?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":314074,"bill_number":"SR11","title":"Supporting The Federal Food Safety Modernization Act.","description":"This resolution supports the intent and law created in the federal Food Safety Modernization Act. Simply, the bill is a good step in protecting people from tainted, processed food and the Delaware Senate supports that legislation.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR11/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/798dba6b431c4b228525781c0071dca1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":314364,"bill_number":"SJR2","title":"Proclaiming May 15, 2011 As Jimmie Johnson Day.","description":"This Resolution recognizes May 15, 2011 is Jimmie Johnson Day and urges our citizens to observe the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies and activities.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR2/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b035acbec111efa6852578560063ef37?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":314503,"bill_number":"SB25","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Gun Safety.","description":"This Bill establishes a community firearm recovery program to be funded at the discretion of legislators from their Community Transportation Funds. The program will be administered by either a municipal police department, New Castle County Police Department or the Delaware State Police. Lastly, this Bill requires no personal identification for the person presenting a weapon for redemption and exempts a person from any criminal prosecution if traveling to the recovery site or while on site.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB25/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2b477cdaaf3893138525783800603cd9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":314923,"bill_number":"HB77","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Liens Of Garage Owners, Livery And Stable Keepers, And Actions In Replevin Or Detinue By Owner.","description":"This bill provides exclusive jurisdiction to a Justice of the Peace Court in a county where the lienholder’s business establishment is located and, if the lienholder’s business establishment is located in more than one county, to the Justice of the Peace Court in the county where the property at issue is, or most recently was, located. The bill also removes the specific form number for the disposition of proceeds and permits the Court to designate a form for that purpose. Additionally, the bill clarifies that this chapter applies to both actions in replevin and in detinue, and removes a reference to Justice of the Peace Court No. 5, which is no longer operational. Finally, this bill provides a method to transfer to Superior Court of replevin actions where a party requests a jury trial, and authorizes Superior Court to adopt rules to effectuate this chapter. The provision regarding transfer addresses a Superior Court decision declaring the exclusive jurisdiction granted to the Justice of the Peace Court in replevin actions unconstitutional due to denial of the right to a jury trial. This Act provides that the constitutional right to a jury trial will be provided through transfer to Superior Court.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB77/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/afa887e10beca61e8525781e0077be59?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":314982,"bill_number":"HB72","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Debt Management Services.","description":"The Delaware Debt Management Services Act was modeled after the uniform act developed by the National Council of Commissioners on Uniform Laws (NCCUSL). This Bill incorporates the 2008 changes for consistency with other states adopting the uniform act. Changes include a definition for a “certified debt specialist” and a provision for a temporary license when a criminal history has not yet been received. In addition, in 2010 the Federal Trade Commission made changes to the telemarketing act that prohibits the collecting of advance fees by debt settlement companies. This bill incorporates changes to the uniform act by NCCUSL so that the provisions are consistent with federal regulation and no advance fees can be collected. Regulation of trust accounts is broader. The changes also make fee caps consistent with the uniform act. Sections 6 and 14 incorporate the NCCUSL language in the insurance provisions. Sections 18 and 22 provide new disclosure language for debt settlement providers. The added disclosure informs individuals that not all creditors will agree to reduce the principal amount of the debt in a debt settlement plan. Section 55 clarifies that these administrative procedures were not superseded by the provisions in Chapter 25 of Title 29 and adds a provision for an appeal of an administrative decision on the record to the Superior Court.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-30","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB72/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7bcee68384cf7b0385257855006f053e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":315151,"bill_number":"SB49","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Relating To The Delaware Commission On Italian Heritage And Culture.","description":"The Bill adjusts the limitation in the current law limiting a commissioner to no more than 3 consecutive terms. This Bill would give the Governor, President Pro Tempore, and Speaker authority to reappoint members to more than 3 consecutive terms if they feel it appropriate to take advantage of a member or members’ invaluable experience.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB49/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7cd4ef669d996b508525785d00647e6f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":315583,"bill_number":"HB50","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Consumer Protection.","description":"There are no substantive changes to the law created by this Bill. This Bill constitutes a clarification of the effect of the consumer law changes in House Substitute 1 for House Bill No. 247, enacted last year. Several sections in Chapter 25 of Title 6 contained references to  2517 of Title 29, which was substantially modified by House Substitute 1 (moving the powers contained therein to several other sections). The Code Revisors designated  2517 of Title 29 as “repealed” because of the changes to the section. This Bill eliminates the reference to  2517 of Title 29 as having been repealed and provides a more general reference to the location of the relocated powers as “Chapter 25 of Title 29.”","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2011-09-21","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB50/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a8929156209c1ca48525784e00563e14?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":315914,"bill_number":"HR11","title":"Declaring April 12, 2011 As Early Developmental Screening Day.","description":"This House Resolution declares April 12, 2011 as Early Developmental Screening Day.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR11/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/aaef3942ac93839185257863005612ee?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":316172,"bill_number":"HB84","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Microbreweries Transporting, Distributing, And Delivering Their Product.","description":"This bill allows microbreweries to transport and deliver their beer and cider directly to persons who are licensed to sell such products pursuant to Delaware law.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB84/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8b41ed175757cae38525786300557e0c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":316576,"bill_number":"SB54","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Insurance And Requiring Property And Casualty Insurers To Annually Submit A Statement Of Actuarial Opinion.","description":"This Act is intended to require all property and casualty insurance companies doing business in the State of Delaware to annually submit to the Department of Insurance the opinion of an appointed actuary entitled “Statement of Actuarial Opinion” along with other identified documentation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB54/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/33b80f337dd7459d85257869005824e0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":316601,"bill_number":"SJR3","title":"Mourning Those Lost In The Recent Earthquake And Related Disasters That Have Befallen Japan, And Expressing The Thoughts And Prayers Of All Delawareans For The Citizens Of Our Sister State Of Miyagi Prefecture During These Difficult Times.","description":"This Senate Joint Resolution expresses the heartfelt condolences and prayers of all Delawareans to the citizens of our Sister State of Miyagi Prefecture for their losses due to the recent earthquake and related disasters. It further urges Delawareans to contribute to the “Delaware Fund for Miyagi, Japan”, recently established by Governor Jack A. Markell, the Delaware Department of State and the Delaware Community Foundation, and to give generously of their time and talent in assisting relief and recovery efforts.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR3/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/58cc58989b6361ad8525785b005381fb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":316603,"bill_number":"SB27","title":"An Act To Amend Title 17 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Advanced Acquisition Committee.","description":"This Act adds 2 more public members to the Advanced Acquisition Committee and corrects an oversight by naming the committee in the provision creating it.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Executive","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB27/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/aebd72e6e8eb8dbc85257824006cc260?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":316607,"bill_number":"HB57","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Foreclosures.","description":"This Bill regulates conduct related to foreclosures in Delaware. Section 1 requires an affidavit of loss mitigation prior to a plaintiff seeking the entry of judgment in a foreclosure action in order to ensure homeowners are considered for loan modifications before a foreclosure action is concluded with respect to their residence.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-09-21","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB57/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/455867aa06b3323b8525785500677705?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":317286,"bill_number":"HCR6","title":"Declaring March 16, 2011 As \"communities In Schools Of Delaware Day.\"","description":"This concurrent resolution declares March 16, 2011 as “Communities In Schools of Delaware Day” and calls upon the people of Delaware to become mentors, leaders and supporters in their local schools.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-16","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR6/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b114224b98bb29148525784e00580fd7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":317375,"bill_number":"HR8","title":"A Resolution Requesting All Delaware High Schools To Provide The House Of Representatives With Information About Graduating Seniors.","description":"This resolution requests each Delaware High School provide the House of Representatives with the names and address of the students who graduate from the school each year, submitted electronically in spreadsheet format.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR8/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/006359d0cecdde968525785b0069bc3c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":317472,"bill_number":"HB45","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Nursing.","description":"Sections 1 and 3 make technical and conforming changes to the Delaware Code. Section 2 of this bill provides that no person who has been convicted of a felony sexual offense can receive a license to practice registered nursing. Section 4 of this bill provides that no person who has been convicted of a felony sexual offense can be licensed as a practical nurse. Section 5 of this bill provides for permanent revocation of the license of any nurse who is convicted of a felony sexual offense. Section 6 of this bill and makes it a ground for discipline if a licensee fails to report child abuse or neglect as required of every person by 16 Del. C.  903, or if a licensee fails to report to the Board any physician, nurse or other healthcare professional who is reasonably believed to be guilty of unprofessional conduct or physically or mentally incapable of practicing their profession. It also provides that any licensee who makes a good faith report against a physician, nurse or other healthcare professional is not subject to civil or criminal liability for reporting.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-31","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB45/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c8f157ab92bcc6028525784d004fe72c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":319580,"bill_number":"HB81","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Public Officers And Employees Health Care Insurance Program And State Employees Pension Plan.","description":"SYNOPSIS Sections 1 and 2 of the Bill establish a fixed cost share effective July 1, 2012 for the different health insurance plans offered by the State for regular officers or employees of the State and their dependents, and a fixed cost share for pensioners and their dependents who are not eligible for federal Medicare. For the basic health care insurance plan, as set forth in Section 5203 of Title 29, the State will pay 96% of the total cost of the plan. For the Consumer-Directed Health plan, the State will pay 95% of the total cost of the plan. The State will pay 93.5% of the total cost of the HMO plan, and the State will pay 86.75% of the total cost of the PPO plan. The expected rate impact to eligible employees effective July 1, 2012 based on 2011 rates is as follows: This Bill eliminates the offer of a free plan, and as a result, a single employee in the State’s basic plan would now be paying approximately $20.58 per month, and an eligible employee enrolled in the family plan will be paying $53.23 per month. There are currently only 447 active employees and 132 retirees enrolled in the State’s basic plan. A single employee who is enrolled in the Blue Cross HMO Basic plan will be paying approximately $11.85 more per month, and a family in that same plan will be paying approximately $5.39 more per month. A single employee who is enrolled in the Aetna HMO plan will be paying approximately $12.26 more per month, and a family in that same plan will be paying approximately $9.42 more per month. Finally, a single employee who is enrolled in the PPO plan will be paying approximately $4.94 more per month, and a family in that same plan will be paying approximately $8.81 more per month. Section 3 of the Bill would require pensioners who retire after July 1, 2012 and who become eligible for Medicare to pay 5% of the Medicare supplement offered by the State. For each Medicare-eligible retiree or dependent who receives the Medicare supplement, the expected cost impact is approximately $20 per month. Section 4 of the Bill would change the number of years it takes for employees hired after January 1, 2007 to vest for the State share of retiree healthcare. Under current law, State employees vest for 50% of the State share at 10 years of service, 75% of the State share at 15 years of service, and 100% of the State share at 20 years of service. Pursuant to this Bill, employees who were hired on or after January 1, 2007 would vest for 50% of the State share at 15 years, 75% of the State share at 17.5 years of service, and 100% of the State share at 20 years of service. Section 5 of the Bill would eliminate double state share for new hires who are employed after December 31, 2011 as well as for current employees who become benefit eligible, and legally married after December 31, 2011. In addition, Section 5 establishes a $25 per month charge for current employees who are Double State Share eligible, effective July 1, 2012. Section 6 of the Bill would delete the reference to the “Standard 80” health care plan offered by Blue Cross Blue Shield, as the reference to the “Standard 80 plan” is an antiquated reference that is not indicative of the plan features provided for in the State’s basic health care plan. In addition, Section 6 would establish a floor of coverage the State will provide as mandated by federal law. Section 7 of the Bill would also delete an antiquated reference to the “Delaware 65” plan, which is no longer indicative of the supplemental Medicare coverage offered by the State. Section 8 of the Bill declares the intent of the General Assembly to prevent the limited abuse of the State Employee’s Pension Plan when employees voluntarily work overtime in order to inflate their final pension calculation. In addition, this Section recognizes that to protect the health and safety of employees and the citizens they serve, Agency management should also reasonably limit the assignment of mandatory overtime. This Section would require every Cabinet Secretary in each of the Executive Branch Agencies to devise a written policy by June 30, 2012 that would reasonably limit the use of mandatory and voluntary overtime. Section 9 of the Bill would redefine “final average compensation” such that for employees hired on or after January 1, 2012 overtime payments will no longer be included in the definition of “final average compensation”. Section 10 of the Bill differentiates employees for purposes of applying the State’s pension benefits: individuals first employed by the State before January 1, 2012, and individuals first employed by the State on or after January 1, 2012, who will be called “Post-2011 employees”. Section 11 of the Bill would change the normal retirement age for employees hired on or after January 1, 2012. Under current law, employees are eligible to retire at age 62 with five years of service, at age 60 with 15 years of service, or at any age with 30 years of service. Pursuant to this Bill, Post-2011 employees would be eligible to retire at age 65 with 10 years of service, at age 60 with 20 years of service, and at any age with 30 years of service. This Section would also increase the early retirement reduction factor for employees who retire prior to the normal retirement age as set forth above. Under current law, at age 55 and 15 years of service an employee may retire early, but the employee’s pension would be reduced by 2/10th of a percent for each month the employee is under the age of 60. Pursuant to this Bill, the employee’s pension would be reduced by 4/10th of a percent for each month the employee is under the age of 60. Section 12 of the Bill changes the number of years it takes employees hired on or after January 1, 2012 to vest for a pension, from 5 years to 10 years. Section 13 of the Bill would change the number of years it would take an elected official elected on or after January 1, 2012 to vest for a pension, from 5 years to 10 years. In addition this Section changes the normal retirement age for elected officials elected on or after January 1, 2012 to conform to the changes to the normal retirement age for employees referenced in Section 10 of the Bill. Section 14 of the Bill would increase the employee contribution to the Pension Fund from 3% to 5% of annual compensation after the first $6,000for employees hired on or after January 1, 2012.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB81/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e04ac47dfdc0a1e385257864006ddf6b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":319729,"bill_number":"HR10","title":"Relating To The House Of Representatives Redistricting Process.","description":"This House resolution provides for an open redistricting process that allows for public participation. Additionally, this House resolution calls for specific guidelines that the House of Representatives should follow during the redistricting process.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR10/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/940a6336de249f9885257869004d6f00?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":319922,"bill_number":"SB51","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 And Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Investigation And Inspection Of Unsafe Or Unsanitary Conditions In Locations Where Medical Or Health-related Treatment Is Provided.","description":"This bill provides the Department of Health and Social Services with the explicit authority to investigate and inspect unsanitary or unsafe conditions in certain locations where medical or health-related treatment is provided. In addition, it provides that the Department of State, Division of Professional Regulation may investigate and inspect unsanitary and unsafe conditions maintained by individuals licensed by the Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Assigned to Health & Social Services Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Health & Social Services","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB51/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/156f0bede212ec6d85257863006bb444?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":320288,"bill_number":"SB32","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24, Chapter 35 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Licensure Of Psychologists.","description":"Section 1 of this bill requires permanent revocation of the license of any person convicted of a felony sexual offense. Section 2 makes it a ground for discipline if a licensee fails to report child abuse or neglect as required of persons licensed in the healing arts by 16 Del. C.  903.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB32/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6c03d657b4e585d28525785300672786?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":320297,"bill_number":"SB59","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Waiver Of Crimes And Establishment Of Criminal Background Requirements Related To Professions And Occupations.","description":"Sections 1-10 and 12-79 of this bill modify provisions that allow the boards of Accountancy, Landscape Architecture, Architects, Podiatry, Chiropractic, Cosmetology & Barbering and Aestheticians, Dentistry and Dental Hygiene, Electrical Examiners, Medical Licensure and Discipline and advisory Councils for Respiratory Care , Genetic Counselors and Acupuncture, Plumbing/HVACR Examiners, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Examiners of Optometry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers, Professional Land Surveyors, Dietetics/Nutrition, Real Estate Commission, Real Estate Appraisers, Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Professionals, Funeral Services, Veterinary Medicine, Psychology, Geology, Speech Pathologists, Audiologists, and Hearing Aid Dispensers, Clinical Social Work Examiners, Nursing Home Administrators, Massage and Bodywork and Manufactured Home Installation to grant a waiver of convictions determined to be substantially related to each respective practice. The bill changes the waiting period from 5 years after the discharge of all sentences to 5 years from the date of conviction for a felony provided that the applicant is not incarcerated, on work release, on probation, on parole or serving any part of a suspended sentence. The applicant must also be in substantial compliance with all fines, restitution and community service. The bill removes the 5 year limitation for misdemeanors in its entirety provided that the applicant is not incarcerated, on work release, on probation, on parole or serving any part of a suspended sentence. The applicant must also be in substantial compliance with all fines, restitution and community service. Section 11 of bill removes a sentence in 1122 of the Dentistry and Dental Hygiene statute that is no longer applicable due to the requirement for state and federal criminal background checks. Section 80 of the bill adds a provision to the Adult Entertainment statute that is required by the Federal Bureau of Investigation to obtain criminal background checks of adult entertainment licensees and employees in a manner consistent with other Title 24 boards and commissions.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB59/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/585179fc71fb61658525785d00551949?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":320393,"bill_number":"HR5","title":"Recognizing The 30th Anniversary Of The Cai/easter Seals Volleyball Challenge.","description":"This resolution recognizes the 30th anniversary of the CAI/Easter Seals Volleyball Challenge on March 18 - 20, 2011, an event that raises funds for an organization providing services and support to people with disabilities or special needs and their families in Delaware.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR5/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2a93a29782f8a67a8525784e00737eb1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":320434,"bill_number":"SB26","title":"An Act To Amend Title 3 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Nutrient Management.","description":"This legislation revises Chapter 22 of Title 3 to clarify that the Department of Agriculture and Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control are authorized to continue and expand the CAFO NDPES Program in Delaware to meet changing conditions and consistent with recent federal directives and authorities.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB26/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/afc66c2878b6531085257853005bc218?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":320733,"bill_number":"SB28","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 11 And 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Address Confidentiality For Certain Persons.","description":"This Act will protect the safety of certain victims of violent crime by creating Delaware’s Address Confidentiality Program, which will be administered by the Delaware Department of Justice. The Program will permit victims of crime of domestic violence, stalking and sexual assault, as well as persons participating in Delaware’s Witness Protection Program, to keep their actual address confidential by applying to the Department of Justice for a substitute address to which all mail will be delivered. The Act requires any Federal, State or local governmental agency to accept a program participant’s substitute address, except as necessary to comply with the terms of court-ordered probation, parole, pre-trial release or sex offender registration. The Act ensures that Federal, State and local governments, will have access to a program participant’s actual address through a waiver process to be established by the Department of Justice. Disclosure of a participant’s actual address to a law enforcement agency in an emergency situation or as directed by court order will also be required by the Act. The Act also establishes that program participants may utilize the existing provisions of the Delaware Code to request that the Department of Elections maintain the confidentiality of their actual address. The Act shall take effect on October 3, 2011.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB28/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4b040994f5efc8cd8525785400580f46?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":320755,"bill_number":"HB75","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To State Government And The General Assembly.","description":"This Act would prohibit all members of the General Assembly from being employed by the State of Delaware while in office, unless the member was already a State employee at the time the member was elected to the General Assembly, or the member became a State employee prior to enactment of this law. For purposes of this Act, service in the General Assembly, in and of itself, shall not be construed as employment by the State of Delaware. The Act would apply prospectively, only.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Amendment HA 3 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB75/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/442f57ef9e756df585257862005658df?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":320782,"bill_number":"HCR3","title":"Proclaiming The Week Of February 13-19, 2011 As “children Of Alcoholics Week” And Requesting The Governor To Issue A Proclamation For “children Of Alcoholics Week.”","description":"This concurrent resolution designates the week of February 13-19, 2011 as “Children of Alcoholics Week” and requests that the Governor issue a proclamation calling upon all State agencies and the people of the State of Delaware to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies, programs and activities.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR3/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2c227e526e102c528525781700691710?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":321037,"bill_number":"HB94","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Shellfish.","description":"This bill provides that no new oyster harvesting licenses may be issued. The bill provides for a method to transfer current existing oyster harvesting licenses. The bill also provides that an oyster harvesting license expires on an annual basis. If a person does not renew an oyster harvesting license within one year of expiration of the license such person loses all rights to such license.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB94/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f26a1531a009449285257815004d87d6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":321070,"bill_number":"HB59","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 25, Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Consumer Protection.","description":"This bill provides for an Office within the Division of Consumer Protection to identify mortgage foreclosure fraud, to reduce foreclosure, and to promote financial literacy. In addition, the Office will receive calls from borrowers in default and make appropriate referrals to housing counselors or other agencies. The Outreach Coordinator will be responsible for acting as a liaison with servicers in some circumstances and participating as necessary in any mediation activity. The Office will exist for a period of three years from the date it is created pursuant to this bill.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-09-21","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB59/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a327f4306abd40ea8525785500698320?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":321207,"bill_number":"HB95","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Motorcycles.","description":"This bill eliminates the requirement that a person must have a safety helmet in their possession while operating or riding on a motorcycle. This bill does not change the requirement in Title 21 of the Delaware Code that a person up to 19 years of age must wear a safety helmet while operating or riding on a motorcycle.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2011-07-14","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB95/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a624510c6b881ca385257823004951b2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":321224,"bill_number":"SCR9","title":"Proclaiming The Week Of April 24 Through April 30, 2011 As Administrative Professionals Week.","description":"The International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) is the world’s largest association for administrative support staff, with nearly 600 chapters and 28,000 members and affiliates worldwide. Administrative Professionals Week, formerly Professional Secretaries Week, is a long-standing tradition of honoring secretaries, office managers, clerical supervisors, and other administrative professionals, during the last full week of April. Over the years, Professional Secretaries Week has become one of the largest workplace observances. The event is celebrated worldwide, bringing together millions of people for observances ranging from community luncheons and educational seminars to individual recognition for specific administrative professionals. This tradition continues as Administrative Professionals Week.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR9/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8c3e6b33bfc727e18525781c006eb6da?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":321360,"bill_number":"HB67","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Licensure Of Mental Health And Chemical Dependency Professionals.","description":"Sections 1, 3 and 4 of this bill require permanent revocation of the license of any mental health or chemical dependency professional convicted of a felony sexual offense. Section 2 of this bill makes it a ground for discipline if a licensed mental health or chemical dependency professional fails to report child abuse or neglect as required of every person by 16 Del. C.  903, or if a licensee fails to report to the Board any licensee or other healthcare professional who is reasonably believed to be guilty of unprofessional conduct or physically or mentally incapable of practicing their profession. It also provides that any licensee who makes a good faith report against a licensee or other healthcare professional is not subject to civil or criminal liability for reporting.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB67/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8fa56c3b867b1c6e8525786200585c97?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":327395,"bill_number":"HCR10","title":"Commending The Nominees For The 2011 Delaware Award For Excellence And Commitment In State Service.","description":"This concurrent resolution commends the nominees for the 2011 Delaware Award for Excellence and Commitment in State Service.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR10/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c5dbcd13b8538cf58525787f0051f6d1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":327409,"bill_number":"HCR12","title":"Commending The Efforts Of Delaware's Public Charter Schools In Educating Delaware Students.","description":"This Concurrent Resolution commends Delaware’s public charter schools for their efforts in educating Delaware students.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR12/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e64307acd9c3310e85257884006b0b9b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":327497,"bill_number":"HCR11","title":"Recognizing The Month Of May 2011 As \"poppy Month\" In The State Of Delaware.","description":"This Resolution recognizes the month of May as “Poppy Month” in the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR11/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8a0b7921674db0b085257870005f6db3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":327636,"bill_number":"HB96","title":"An Act To Amend Title 17 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Highways And Fines For Violations Of Clear Zones Within Rights-of-way.","description":"This bill increases the civil fine for violating the clear zone requirement along highway rights-of-way. The current civil fine is $25 per item. The new fine will be $50 for the first item in violation and $75 for each subsequent item.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB96/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6923751efa3db283852578640052eb95?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":327672,"bill_number":"HB98","title":"An Act To Amend The Laws Of Delaware Relating To The Charter Of The Town Of Viola.","description":"This bill is designed to update the Town of Viola Charter to conform with current practice and/or with State law regarding municipal elections. The bill (i) changes the method of selection for election judges (which correspond in State law to Election officers); (ii) provides that residents eighteen years old or older may vote in municipal elections; (iii) deletes an indicated deadline regarding filing of a statement of candidacy, in order to conform with State law, which requires that a Notice of Election, including names of candidates, must be posted no later than twenty days prior to an election, and (iv) provides that the governing body of the Town may, but is not required to, allow for the use of absentee ballots.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB98/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6dc68e15bb7ab4888525787300674218?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":327689,"bill_number":"SCR10","title":"Recognizing The Month Of May 2011 As American Stroke Month.","description":"This Resolution recognizes May 2011 as American Stroke Month in the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR10/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/471b66661a0b859d8525786a0073fc58?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":327895,"bill_number":"HB102","title":"An Act To Amend Title 17 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Regulation Of Traffic.","description":"This bill requires the Department of Transportation to require certain studies, analyses, and publications for certain development or redevelopment.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB102/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c82ddc9fc0e61fa2852578550060476b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":327986,"bill_number":"HB101","title":"An Act To Amend Title 17 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Agreements The Department Of Transportation Makes With Local Jurisdictions For Traffic Studies Related To Development.","description":"This legislation requires traffic impact studies or traffic operational analyses authorized pursuant to Department of Transportation agreements with local governments to cover a zone of impact estimated by the Department and not be limited to a geographic area specified in such agreement. This will require such agreements to be rewritten.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 101 - Assigned to Transportation/Land Use and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB101/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/dbd3bbc6e5191b618525781e0059bf83?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328010,"bill_number":"HB103","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The New Castle County Building Code.","description":"This bill allows the New Castle County Council to promulgate rules and regulations affecting or relating to home improvement contracts for homes in New Castle County.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB103/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c1a10863f6a6550585257878006183e8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328027,"bill_number":"HB100","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Background Checks For Persons With Access To Public Schools.","description":"This Bill revises the background checks required in public schools by broadening the requirement to include all contractors or their employees – such as construction workers or computer service workers – who will be present for any reason on school premises. It forbids access to anyone recently convicted of a violent felony or who is listed as a serious offender on the State’s Child Protection Registry or who has ever been convicted of a felony sexual offense with a child victim.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Defeated by Senate. Votes: Defeated 10 YES 5 NO 5 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB100/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/dfa115d45bbec4f08525785400727b19?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328030,"bill_number":"HB99","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Medical Certification Requirements As Part Of The Commercial Driver License.","description":"This bill enables the State of Delaware to adopt the medical certification requirements as part of its Commercial Drivers License (“CDL”) issuance program beginning January 30, 2012, as required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Passage of this bill will enable Delaware to remain in compliance with federal law and avoid the loss of federal highway funds. By incorporating these requirements into Delaware law, CDL holders will provide DMV with documentation confirming they are medically qualified to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle. In the past a CDL holder’s employer monitored this information.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB99/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f311b0500a2d40ed8525785b0061d370?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328099,"bill_number":"HCR13","title":"Proclaiming The Month Of May As \"bike Month.\"","description":"This concurrent resolution proclaims the month of May as “Bike Month” and encourages Delaware’s citizens to engage in safe bicycling as an environmentally sound form of transportation, an excellent form of exercise, or a family or friendly recreational activity.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR13/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/feb3cbfd73e3a4c285257856006a9c79?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328119,"bill_number":"SCR11","title":"In Recognition Of The 2011 All Star Award Recipients Of The Delaware Health Care Facilities Association During National Nursing Home Week.","description":"This Resolution recognizes the 2011 All Star Award Recipients of the Delaware Health Care Facilities Association during National Nursing Home Week.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR11/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9de581182485f6bd85257886005cefd5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328427,"bill_number":"SB78","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The State Assessment System.","description":"This Act makes changes to Delaware Code to reflect changes from the Delaware Student Testing program to the new state assessment system, including language changes removing the “DSTP” references and changes in test security because of the on line nature of the new Delaware Comprehensive Assessment (DCAS). In addition, it makes changes to simplify school accountability, including changing the number of school classification ratings from 5 to 3. This Act also removes references to items no longer relevant such as off grade annual assessments and extra time funding. In addition, the number of performance levels of the DCAS is 4 rather than 5.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB78/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a9590b8c9266723d8525787200644c16?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328437,"bill_number":"SB68","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of Bethany Beach To Expand The Distance From The Town Limits Within Which The Alderman And Assistant Alderman Must Reside.","description":"This Bill amends the municipal charter of the Town of Bethany Beach regarding the distance from the town within which the Alderman must reside by requiring Alderman to live in Sussex County, Delaware.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB68/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8c3c7318829987f085257848005b22f5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328453,"bill_number":"SB80","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Funding Of The Delaware Insurance Fraud Prevention Bureau.","description":"This Bill raises the annual assessment paid by all insurance companies licensed in the State of Delaware from $550 in effect since 1995, to $750. The change of assessment will enable the Delaware Insurance Fraud prevention Bureau to continue its operation without contribution from the General Fund.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB80/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a5cbdf937892752d85257869005fb537?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328455,"bill_number":"SB65","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Nuisance Abatement.","description":"This Act expands the definition of “nuisance” to include illegal gun crimes, criminal gang activity, recurring violent activity and other public nuisances that cause a tangible injury to the surrounding properties and businesses. The Act streamlines and clarifies the procedures, parties and proof requirements within the statute. The Act provides better guidance for the Court to determine whether the health safety or welfare of the community requires an immediate closure of the nuisance property and allows the owner of a property so closed to petition the Court for an expedited schedule for permanent hearing without posting a bond. Finally, the Act changes the civil penalties associated with a nuisance property from the fair market value to a per diem amount to better address the damage inflicted on the community.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB65/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e122cfe29f8f8c2785257871005d77d8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328461,"bill_number":"SB71","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Regulatory Provisions Governing Licenses.","description":"This Bill continues the process of updating the Liquor Control Act to make it more modern and consumer-friendly. Section 1 and Section 2 allow package stores to open at 8:00 a.m., instead of 9:00 a.m. on days other than Sundays. Section 3 allows package stores to be open if they wish on Thanksgiving Day. Section 4 allows package stores to open at 10:00 a.m. on Sundays instead of noon. All of these changes reflect consumer demand for convenient shopping hours.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Assigned to Small Business Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Small Business","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB71/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2625e73b1a1f76dc85257872006a6293?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328475,"bill_number":"SB73","title":"An Act Proposing An Amendment To The Constitution Of The State Of Delaware Relating To Legislative Authority And Providing For Referendum.","description":"This Act provides for Referendum. Under this Act, the right of Referendum is confined to a 60-day period immediately following the enactment of legislation into law. Thus, except for emergency legislation, those Acts which presently become effective upon signature would become effective 60 days after signature unless made subject to a referendum. Non-emergency legislation which is affected by a valid referendum petition remains suspended until the next immediate general election, when it is approved or rejected. Legislation subject to a referendum vote becomes effective at the same time as all other results of the general election.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Executive","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB73/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/67661069559b7d9f8525786b006f24b1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328480,"bill_number":"SCR12","title":"Commending The Students Selected As Secretary Of Education Scholars Of 2011.","description":"This Concurrent Resolution commends the 2011 Education Scholars of 2011.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR12/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f4dd2657d674e2218525788500549ce1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328483,"bill_number":"SB64","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Floodplain And Drainage Standards, Wetlands And Subaqueous Lands.","description":"This legislation authorizes the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to adopt guidance and minimum standards to minimize risk from flooding with the input from a stakeholder advisory group. Such standards or equivalent standards shall subsequently be adopted by local governments to the extent that existing requirements do not meet the minimum standards established under this legislation. The legislation also authorizes the DNREC Secretary to waive regulatory requirements of the Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Regulations to protect public health and safety and to prevent catastrophic damage to property.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-17","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB64/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/03b60ba9d12b09088525786b0051f38d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328487,"bill_number":"SB70","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Protecting The Health Of Children By Prohibiting Bisphenol-a In Products For Young Children.","description":"This bill protects the health of young children by prohibiting the chemical bisphenol-A in certain children’s products such as bottles, cups, and other containers used for food or beverages. Bisphenol-A, or BPA is a chemical used to help harden plastic and is found in many plastic food storage containers. BPA is a known hormone disruptor. Tests have shown that trace amounts leach out of the containers and into foods and liquids. BPA-free products exist. This legislation is modeled after similar legislation in Minnesota and seven other states.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB70/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c221bb5889eba7d1852578630071607b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328493,"bill_number":"SB76","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 18, Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Creation, Regulation, Operation And Dissolution Of Domestic Limited Liability Companies And The Registration And Regulation Of Foreign Limited Liability Companies.","description":"This bill continues the practice of amending periodically the Delaware Limited Liability Company Act (the \"Act\") to keep it current and to maintain its national preeminence. The following is a section-by-section review of the proposed amendments of the Act. Section 1. This sections amends  18-102(3) of the Act to provide that a limited liability company may not register under a name that is not such as to distinguish it upon the records in the office of the Secretary of State from the name on such records of another domestic limited liability company, provided that a limited liability company registered as of July 31, 2011 under such a name need not amend its certificate of formation to comply with this subsection. Section 2. This section adds a new subsection (k) to  18-104 of the Act providing that, in any certificate or other document filed with the Secretary of State, the address of the registered agent or registered office of the limited liability company must include the street, number, city and postal code. Section 3. This section designates all but the final sentence of  18-203 of the Act as a new subsection (a), designates the final sentence of  18-203 of the Act as a new subsection (c), and adds a new subsection (b) confirming that a certificate of correction may be filed to correct a certificate of cancellation that has been filed prior to the dissolution or the completion of winding up of a limited liability company. Section 4. This section amends  18-206(b) of the Act to confirm that a certificate may be made effective at a date or time later than its filing as specified in the certificate and to provide, for filings made on or after January 1, 2012, that such later date or time shall not be later than a time on the 180th day after the filing date. Section 5. This section amends  18-206 of the Act by adding a new subsection (g) to provide that there is no need for an amendment to a certificate of formation or any other document on file with the Secretary of State before August 1, 2011, to comply with new  18-104(k) of the Act, but that any certificate or other document filed on or after August 1, 2011 and changing the address of a registered agent or registered office must comply with  18-104(k) of the Act. Section 6. This section amends  18-212 of the Act to clarify that the certificate of limited liability company domestication and the certificate of formation of a non-United States entity domesticating to Delaware as a Delaware limited liability company must be filed simultaneously in the office of the Secretary of State and, to the extent such certificates are to have a post-filing effective date or time, such certificates must provide for the same effective date or time. Section 7. This section amends  18-214 of the Act to clarify that the certificate of conversion to limited liability company and the certificate of formation of an other entity converting to a Delaware limited liability company must be filed simultaneously in the office of the Secretary of State and, to the extent such certificates are to have a post-filing effective date or time, such certificates must provide for the same effective date or time. Section 8. This section amends  18-302(d) of the Act to clarify the manner in which members of a limited liability company may take action without a meeting. Section 9. This section amends  18-302(e) of the Act to adopt a rule different from the approach articulated in In re LJM2 Co-Investment, L.P. Limited Partners Litigation, 866 A.2d 762 (Del. Ch. 2004) with respect to the application of the type of amendment provision contained in the partnership agreement at issue in that case. This amendment provides that such amendment provisions only apply to provisions expressly included in the limited liability company agreement and do not apply to default voting provisions of the statute unless otherwise provided in the limited liability company agreement. This amendment is not intended to affect the interpretation of such amendment provisions as applied to provisions expressly included in the limited liability company agreement. Section 10. This section adds a new subsection (f) to  18-302 of the Act to provide a default rule for the manner of amending a limited liability company agreement where the limited liability company agreement does not provide for the manner in which it may be amended. This subsection shall only apply to a limited liability company whose original certificate of formation was filed with the Secretary of State on or after January 1, 2012. Section 11. This section amends  18-404(d) of the Act to clarify the manner in which managers of a limited liability company may take action without a meeting. Sections 12 and 14. These sections amend  18-1105(a)(2) and (a)(7) of the Act to clarify that a registered agent filing a single certificate of resignation to resign from more than one limited liability company or foreign limited liability company must pay a $2.00 fee to the Secretary of State for each limited liability company or foreign limited liability company from which the registered agent is resigning. Sections 13 and 15. These sections amend  18-1105(a)(3) and (a)(11) of the Act to clarify the type of instrument to be filed by a limited liability company that changes only the registered office or registered agent of the limited liability company for a fee of $50. Section 16. This section provides that the proposed amendments of the Act shall become effective August 1, 2011.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB76/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c8b65463fd73f79085257885005fc8f0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328504,"bill_number":"SB75","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 17, Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Creation, Regulation, Operation And Dissolution Of Domestic Partnerships And The Registration And Regulation Of Foreign Limited Partnerships.","description":"This bill continues the practice of amending periodically the Delaware Revised Uniform Limited Partnership Act (the \"Act\") to keep it current and to maintain its national preeminence. The following is a section-by-section review of the proposed amendments of the Act. Section 1. This section amends  17-102(3) of the Act to provide that a limited partnership may not register under a name that is not such as to distinguish it upon the records in the office of the Secretary of State from the name on such records of another domestic limited partnership, provided that a limited partnership registered as of July 31, 2011 under such a name need not amend its certificate of limited partnership to comply with this subsection. Section 2. This section adds a new subsection (k) to  17-104 of the Act providing that, in any certificate or other document filed with the Secretary of State, the address of the registered agent or registered office of the partnership must include the street, number, city and postal code. Section 3. This section designates all but the final sentence of  17-203 of the Act as a new subsection (a), designates the final sentence of  17-203 of the Act as a new subsection (c), and adds a new subsection (b) confirming that a certificate of correction may be filed to correct a certificate of cancellation that has been filed prior to the dissolution or the completion of winding up of a limited partnership. Section 4. This section amends  17-206(b) of the Act to confirm that a certificate may be made effective at a date or time later than its filing as specified in the certificate and to provide, for filings made on or after January 1, 2012, that such later date or time shall not be later than a time on the 180th day after the filing date. Section 5. This section amends  17-206 of the Act by adding a new subsection (f) to provide that there is no need for an amendment to a certificate of limited partnership, application for registration as a foreign limited partnership, or any other document on file with the Secretary of State before August 1, 2011, to comply with new  17-104(k) of the Act, but that any certificate or other document filed on or after August 1, 2011 and changing the address of a registered agent or registered office must comply with  17-104(k) of the Act. Section 6. This section amends  17-215 of the Act to clarify that the certificate of limited partnership domestication and the certificate of limited partnership of a non-United States entity domesticating to Delaware as a Delaware limited partnership must be filed simultaneously in the office of the Secretary of State and, to the extent such certificates are to have a post-filing effective date or time, such certificates must provide for the same effective date or time. Section 7. This section amends  17-217 of the Act to clarify that the certificate of conversion to limited partnership, the certificate of limited partnership and, as applicable, the statement of qualification of an other entity converting to a Delaware limited partnership or limited liability limited partnership must be filed simultaneously in the office of the Secretary of State and, to the extent such certificates and, as applicable, such statement are to have a post-filing effective date or time, such certificates and, as applicable, such statement must provide for the same effective date or time. Section 8. This section amends  17-302(e) of the Act to clarify the manner in which limited partners of a limited partnership may take action without a meeting. Section 9. This section amends  17-302(f) of the Act to adopt a rule different from the approach articulated in In re LJM2 Co-Investment, L.P. Limited Partners Litigation, 866 A.2d 762 (Del. Ch. 2004) with respect to the application of the type of amendment provision contained in the partnership agreement at issue in that case. This amendment provides that such amendment provisions only apply to provisions expressly included in the partnership agreement and do not apply to default voting provisions of the statute unless otherwise provided in the partnership agreement. This amendment is not intended to affect the interpretation of such amendment provisions as applied to provisions expressly included in the partnership agreement. Section 10. This section amends  17-405(d) of the Act to clarify the manner in which general partners of a limited partnership may take action without a meeting. Sections 11 and 13. These sections amend  17-1107(a)(2) and (a)(7) of the Act to clarify that a registered agent filing a single certificate of resignation to resign from more than one limited partnership or foreign limited partnership must pay a $2.00 fee to the Secretary of State for each limited partnership or foreign limited partnership from which the registered agent is resigning. Sections 12 and 14. These sections amend  17-1107(a)(3) and (a)(11) of the Act to provide a $50 filing fee for an instrument submitted by a limited partnership or foreign limited partnership that changes only the registered office or registered agent of the limited partnership or foreign limited partnership. Section 15. This section provides that the proposed amendments of the Act shall become effective August 1, 2011.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB75/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5678697258c7216d85257885005ee92e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328510,"bill_number":"SB74","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 15, Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Creation, Regulation, Operation And Dissolution Of Domestic Partnerships And The Registration And Regulation Of Foreign Limited Liability Partnerships.","description":"This bill continues the practice of amending periodically the Delaware Revised Uniform Partnership Act (the \"Act\") to keep it current and to maintain its national preeminence. The following is a section-by-section review of the proposed amendments of the Act. Section 1. This section amends  15-105(h) of the Act to provide, for filings made on or after January 1, 2012, that the future effective date or time specified in a statement or certificate shall not be later than a time on the 180th day after the filing date. Section 2. This section amends  15-105 of the Act by adding a new subsection (l) to provide that there is no need for an amendment to a statement of partnership existence, statement of qualification, statement of foreign qualification, or any other document on file with the Secretary of State before August 1, 2011, to comply with new  15-111(k) of the Act, but that any statement or other document filed on or after August 1, 2011 and changing the address of a registered agent or registered office must comply with  15-111(k) of the Act. Sections 3, 10 and 12. These sections amend  15-105, 15-902 and 15-1001 of the Act to clarify certain matters relating to cancellation of a statement of partnership existence and cancellation of a statement of qualification, including that separate certificates of cancellation must be filed with the Secretary of State to cancel a statement of partnership existence and a statement of qualification, respectively. Section 4. This section amends  15-108(c) of the Act to provide that a domestic partnership may not register under a name that is not such as to distinguish it upon the records in the office of the Secretary of State from the name on such records of another domestic partnership, provided that a domestic partnership registered as of July 31, 2011 under such a name need not amend its statement of partnership existence or statement of qualification to comply with this subsection. Section 5. This section adds a new subsection (k) to  15-111 of the Act providing that, in any statement or other document filed with the Secretary of State, the address of the registered agent or registered office of the partnership must include the street, number, city and postal code. Section 6. This section amends  15-306(c) of the Act to confirm that a partner of a limited liability partnership is not personally liable for liabilities arising out of circumstances or events occurring while the partnership is a limited liability partnership. Section 7. This section amends  15-407(d) of the Act to clarify the manner in which partners of a partnership may take action without a meeting. Section 8. This section amends  15-407(e) of the Act to adopt a rule different from the approach articulated in In re LJM2 Co-Investment, L.P. Limited Partners Litigation, 866 A.2d 762 (Del. Ch. 2004) with respect to the application of the type of amendment provision contained in the partnership agreement at issue in that case. This amendment provides that such amendment provisions only apply to provisions expressly included in the partnership agreement and do not apply to default voting provisions of the statute unless otherwise provided in the partnership agreement. This amendment is not intended to affect the interpretation of such amendment provisions as applied to provisions expressly included in the partnership agreement. Section 9. This section amends  15-901 of the Act to clarify that the certificate of conversion to partnership, the statement of partnership and, as applicable, the statement of qualification of an other entity converting to a Delaware partnership or limited liability partnership must be filed simultaneously with the Secretary of State and, to the extent such certificate and statements are to have a post-filing effective date or time, such certificate and statements must provide for the same effective date or time. Section 11. This section amends  15-904 of the Act to clarify that the certificate of partnership domestication and the statement of partnership existence of a non-United States entity domesticating to Delaware as a Delaware partnership must be filed simultaneously with the Secretary of State and, to the extent such certificate and statement are to have a post-filing effective date or time, such certificate and statement must provide for the same effective date or time. Section 13. This section amends  15-1207 of the Act to clarify that a registered agent filing a single certificate of resignation to resign from more than one partnership must pay a $2.00 fee to the Secretary of State for each partnership from which the registered agent is resigning. Section 14. This section amends  15-1207(a)(10) of the Act to provide a $50 filing fee for an instrument submitted by a partnership that changes only the registered office or registered agent of the partnership. Section 15. This section provides that the proposed amendments of the Act shall become effective August 1, 2011.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB74/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e8ccd4578546b71785257885005dadee?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328517,"bill_number":"SR14","title":"Expressing The Intent Of The Senate To Stream Live Audio Of Senate Sessions.","description":"This Resolution expresses the intent of the Senate to provide live stream audio of their sessions.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR14/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3f345dfbc4c83f8585257885006a48a6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328521,"bill_number":"SB72","title":"An Act Proposing An Amendment To The Constitution Of The State Of Delaware Relating To Legislative Authority And Providing For Initiative.","description":"This Act provides for Initiative. There are two forms of Initiative: direct and indirect. In the direct Initiative procedure, when there is a sufficient number of signatures on the petition, the initiated proposal is automatically assigned space on the ballot for the next forthcoming election. In the indirect Initiative procedure, the proposal is first placed before the General Assembly for study and possible amendment. However, inaction or disapproval by the General Assembly does not prevent the placing of the proposal on the ballot for the public’s approval or rejection. This Act provides for an indirect Initiative.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Executive","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB72/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d78dfded2e2f2ad18525786b006ea393?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328525,"bill_number":"SB67","title":"An Act To Amend Title 17 Of The Delaware Code To Authorize The Placement Of Memorial Signage For Certain Emergency Personnel Killed In The Line Of Duty.","description":"This Bill specifically authorizes Michelle Smith and Stephanie Calloway’s memorial signage at the locations of their deaths to commemorate their service and the tragic loss of their lives while serving in the line of duty. It also authorizes future placement of such signs for emergency personnel killed along roadways in the line of duty.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB67/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4d738737ac68131385257869006ab80c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328528,"bill_number":"HB104","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Uniform Recognition Of Foreign-country Money Judgments.","description":"This bill adopts the Uniform Foreign-Country Money Judgments Recognition Act (“UFCMJRA”), promulgated by the Uniform Law Commission in 2005. UFCMJRA is intended to update the Uniform Foreign Money Judgments Recognition Act of 1962 (“1962 Act”), which Delaware had previously adopted. UFCMJRA builds upon the established principles of the 1962 Act in a necessary upgrade for the 21st Century and establishes clear and uniform standards under which state courts will enforce the foreign-country money judgments that come within its scope. This bill advances these goals by several means. First, the bill provides simple court procedures for the enforcement of foreign-country money judgments. Second, the bill corrects and clarifies gaps in the 1962 Act revealed in the case law over the last 40 years. Third, the bill addresses burdens of proof for the first time, providing that a petitioner for recognition has the burden of proving a judgment is entitled to recognition under the standards of the bill, and that any respondent resisting recognition and enforcement has the burden of proof respecting denial of recognition. Fourth, the bill revises the grounds for denying recognition of foreign-country money judgments. Fifth, the bill establishes a statute of limitations for recognition actions. Sixth, the bill updates and clarifies both the definitions and the scope section.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB104/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/373cba68e295b87e852578860073594b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328534,"bill_number":"HR14","title":"Respecting And Honoring All Delaware Mothers On May 8, 2011, Mother's Day.","description":"Respecting And Honoring All Delaware Mothers On May 8, 2011, Mother's Day.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR14/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a09015a0a2a77ea4852578870070dc94?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328557,"bill_number":"SB66","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Rent Increases.","description":"This Act expands the rules governing lot rent increases. Existing law simply requires that a community owner provide 60 days written notice of an increase and that only 1 increase may be made per calendar year. In addition to these provisions, this Act requires that rent be reasonable and be related to the operating costs and market conditions associated with maintaining the manufactured home community within which the lot is situated. When a lot rent increase is proposed, this Act mandates that the home owners or their association have the opportunity to meet with the community owner or his or her representative to discuss the reasons for the increase and the possibility of a phase-in of the increase. If, following this meeting, the home owner or association is still not satisfied that the rent is reasonable and related to the operating costs and market conditions associated with maintaining the manufactured home community within which the lot is situated, either may petition to Governor’s Council on Manufactured Housing to appoint a mediator. Mediation is a non-binding process intended: 1 - to be an informal and non-adversarial process; 2 - to promote discussion among all parties relating to disputes over lot rent increases; 3 - to provide explanations regarding why a proposed lot rent is or is not reasonable, or does or does not reflect the operational costs and market conditions associated with maintaining the manufactured home community within which the lot is situated; and 4 - to facilitate a settlement of the disputed issues to the satisfaction of the parties involved. If, following mediation, one of the parties remains aggrieved by the determinations of the mediator, that party may petition the Justice of the Peace Court for the appointment of an arbiter, who shall be an attorney with an expertise in landlord/tenant law and the laws governing manufactured home communities, to consider matters left unresolved following mediation or to determine whether the proposed lot rent is or is not reasonable, or does or does not reflect the operational costs and market conditions associated with maintaining the manufactured home community within which the lot is situated. Arbitration is binding upon the parties and is a more formal proceeding. As with mediations, parties do not need to be represented by counsel, but may be if they choose. Upon the conclusion of arbitration proceedings, the arbiter shall produce his or her decision, findings of facts and conclusions of law in the form of an opinion letter to the parties. Within 20 days following the conclusion of arbitration proceedings conducted pursuant to this subsection, an aggrieved party may appeal the matter to the Superior Court on the record to review the arbiter’s findings of fact and conclusions of law and to determine whether the arbiter abused his or her discretion. Pursuant to this Act: Lot rent that exceeds existing market conditions for the lot by more than the national average rate of inflation for the period during which the rent is due shall be presumed unreasonable. This presumption may be rebutted upon a showing that operational costs beyond the control of the manufacture home community owner which are associated with the specific rental lot, or the community within which the lot is situated, necessitate lot rent at the proposed level. - and - Market conditions associated with maintaining the manufactured home community within which the lot is situated are determined by considering market forces absent an unequal bargaining position between manufactured home community owners and manufactured home owners (such as when a single management organization or association owns or operates multiple communities within the same geographic area) and by comparing lot rents at manufactured home communities in the competitive market that offer similar facilities, services, and amenities. A competitive market shall be defined as communities that fall within a specific geographic area where taxes, average household income, zoning, and county or state development plans are within a predetermined standard deviation. - and - Operational costs associated with maintaining the manufactured home community within which the lot is situated are determined by examining the financial, utility, tax, and maintenance records of the individual manufactured home community and rental lot in question. This Act focuses on lot rent increases and their justification given market conditions and operational costs. It is intended to ensure that rents are reasonable and that home owners have the opportunity to be heard before they are established.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Amendment SA 1 - Introduced and Placed With the Bill in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB66/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/49948f067ad1b72c85257817006ee348?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328574,"bill_number":"SB69","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Licensed Athletic Trainers.","description":"This Bill allows the use of academic excellence units for funding for licensed athletic trainers in schools that are members of the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association. The use of the units for this purpose is discretionary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB69/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/64274017ee919d688525786400588689?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328581,"bill_number":"SB77","title":"An Act To Amend Title 8 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The General Corporation Law.","description":"Section 1. This Section amends Section 102 to give the Division of Corporations the discretion to waive the requirement that a corporation’s name contain certain words or abbreviations thereof (such as “incorporated”), if the corporation is both a nonprofit nonstock corporation and an association of professionals. Sections 2 and 16 through 19. These sections amend Sections 102 and 395 to give the Director of the Division of Corporations and the State Bank Commissioner the discretion to waive certain requirements and restrictions that apply when a corporation has the word “trust” in its name, provided that the use of the word “trust” is clearly not purporting to refer to a trust business. Section 2 also includes in  102(a)(1) the restriction on the use of the word “trust” in a corporation’s name so that all statutory name restrictions in Title 8 of the Code are referred to in that section. Sections 16, 17 and 18 also update the statutory reference to the Savings and Loan Holding Company Act, which was moved to section 10 of the Home Owners’ Loan Act. Section 3. This Section amends Section 102 to clarify that, in a certificate of incorporation filed with the Secretary of State, the address of the registered office of the corporation in Delaware must be stated in accordance with Section 131(c). Section 4. This Section amends Section 103 to provide that it is not necessary for a Delaware corporation to amend its certificate of incorporation, or any other document, that has been filed with the Secretary of State prior to August 1, 2011, to comply with new Section 131(c), but that any certificate or other document filed on or after August 1, 2011 and changing the address of a registered office must comply with Section 131(c). Section 5. This Section adds a new subsection (c) to Section 131 providing that, in any certificate of incorporation or other document filed with the Secretary of State, the address of the registered office of the corporation must include the street, number, city, county and postal code. Section 6. The amendment to Section 145(f) clarifies that a right to indemnification or advancement of expenses under a provision of a certificate of incorporation or bylaw cannot be eliminated or impaired by an amendment to the certificate of incorporation or the bylaws after the occurrence of the act or omission to which indemnification or advancement of expenses relates, unless the provision contains, at the time of the act or omission, an explicit authorization of such elimination or limitation. Section 7. This Section amends Section 265 to clarify that the certificate of conversion to corporation and the certificate of incorporation of another entity converting to a Delaware corporation must be filed simultaneously in the office of the Secretary of State and, to the extent such certificates are to have a post-filing effective date or time, such certificates must provide for the same effective date or time. Sections 8 and 9. These Sections amend Section 277 to clarify that before a corporation is dissolved, merged, transferred (without continuing its existence as a Delaware corporation) or converted under Title 8 of the Delaware Code, such corporation must pay all franchise taxes due to or assessable by the State including all franchise taxes due or which would be due or assessable for the entire calendar month during which such dissolution, merger, transfer or conversion becomes effective and such corporation must file all annual franchise tax reports including a final annual franchise tax report for the year in which such dissolution, merger, transfer or conversion becomes effective. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if the Secretary of State certifies that an instrument to affect a dissolution, merger, transfer or conversion has been filed in the Secretary of State’s office, such corporation shall be dissolved, merged, transferred or converted at the effective time of such instrument. Sections 10 through 12. The amendments to Section 313 are intended to conform Section 313 to Section 501(b) which was amended in 2010 to adopt the definition of “exempt corporation” for those corporations not subject to paying franchise taxes. Section 13. This Section amends Section 374 to clarify that, in an annual report of a foreign corporation filed with the Secretary of State, the address of the registered office of the foreign corporation in Delaware must be stated in accordance with new Section 131(c). Section 14. This Section amends Section 388 to clarify that the certificate of corporate domestication and the certificate of incorporation of a non-United States entity domesticating to Delaware as a Delaware corporation must be filed simultaneously with the Secretary of State and, to the extent such certificates are to have a post-filing effective date or time, such certificates must provide for the same effective date or time. Section 15. The amendments to Section 391 are intended to conform Section 391 to Section 501(b) which was amended in 2010 to adopt the definition of “exempt corporation” for those corporations not subject to paying franchise taxes. Sections 20 and 21. These Sections amend Section 501 to clarify that captive insurance companies licensed under chapter 69 of Title 18 are not required to pay annual franchise taxes and to clarify that the definition of “exempt corporation” includes a religious corporation or purely charitable or educational association, and a company, association or society, which, by its certificate of incorporation, has for its object the assistance of sick, needy or disabled members, or the defraying of funeral expenses of deceased members, or to provide for the wants of the widows and families after death of its members. Section 22. This Section provides for an effective date for the amendments of August 1, 2011.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB77/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e1628bbcda0586f385257885005d331c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328583,"bill_number":"SB79","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To County Government And County Administrators.","description":"This Act eliminates the requirement that the Sussex County Administrator be a Sussex County resident at the time of his appointment. The law would still require that the Sussex County Administrator be a Sussex County resident when he actually starts as the Sussex County Administrator.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB79/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/07d68acfa0e6c55f85257885005b028c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":328589,"bill_number":"HB105","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Alcoholic Beverages And Gathering Licenses.","description":"This Act would allow, but not require, retailers and importers (a.k.a. wholesalers) to donate alcoholic beverages to not-for-profit organizations if such organization has obtained a “gathering license” from the Commissioner. This Bill would also permit a gathering licensee to sell alcohol for consumption off the premises where the alcohol was sold so long as such sale is by means of a raffle or auction, live or silent, and the total amount of alcohol sold does not exceed 10 gallons in a single day. Many not-for-profit organizations would like to raise donations at their fundraisers by raffling or auctioning alcohol and also allow patrons to take the purchased alcohol off the premises, which is currently not permitted.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB105/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d3745406b2dfddab85257857005e021a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329282,"bill_number":"HB108","title":"","description":"This Bill provides that a violation of 21 Del. C.  4172 is exempted from those motor vehicle offenses that are subject to voluntary assessment. Section 4172 provides for enhanced penalties, including suspension of license, and is consistent with motor vehicle violations currently exempted from voluntary assessment. This Bill also retains the option of probation before judgment for this offense.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB108/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5348ace2488b1a7085257886006b802b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329290,"bill_number":"HB107","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To An Examination Of Basic Skills And Clarifying Alternatives To Student Teaching Requirements For Specialists.","description":"This Act requires that all applicants for educator licensure in Delaware achieve a passing score on an examination of general knowledge such as PRAXIS I, before being issued an initial license. The current law allows a grace period for the applicant to pass the examination after being issued an initial license. At present, all Delaware Teacher Preparation Programs require that prior to graduation students must pass PRAXIS I and, where applicable and available, pass PRAXIS II. This Act requires that ARTC Candidates must fulfill the PRAXIS I testing requirements prior to Program participation. This Act does not impact licensure requirements for applicants in a vocational trade and industry area (also referred to as Skilled and Technical Sciences teachers). This Act also permits recognition of alternative supervised practical experience in the licensure requirements for educator specialists whose preparation programs do not include the traditional student teaching component.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (EDUCATION) in House with 1 Favorable, 7 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2011-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB107/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9593eca4ebb52f098525787100715a2c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329333,"bill_number":"HCR14","title":"Extending Sincere Thanks To The Career And Technical Student Organizations Of Delaware For The Presentation Of The Beautiful Geraniums And Extending Best Wishes For Much Success To Each Of These Exemplary Students.","description":"Extending Sincere Thanks To The Career And Technical Student Organizations Of Delaware For The Presentation Of The Beautiful Geraniums And Extending Best Wishes For Much Success To Each Of These Exemplary Students.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR14/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1752b995153a425b852578840066cd69?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329383,"bill_number":"HB106","title":"An Act To Amend Title 13 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Domestic Violence Coordinating Council.","description":"These amendments task the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner with sending to the Domestic Violence Coordinating Council a monthly report of the homicides and suicides that occurred in Delaware, to better identify fatal incidents related to domestic violence and adds one additional chair to the Fatal Incident Review Team, increasing the number of co-chairs from two to three.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB106/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4ad97e4f3f0177688525785600744817?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329390,"bill_number":"HB111","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Antitrust Actions.","description":"This Act strengthens the Office of the Attorney General’s ability to work collectively with the federal agencies and other state attorneys general in multi-state investigations by extending the statute of limitations for bringing antitrust actions from 3 to 4 years. The statute of limitations for federal antitrust actions is four years and for most other state antitrust actions, four or more years. The legislation also incorporates the provision under federal law that suspends the statute of limitations for antitrust actions when the federal government has instituted an antitrust action.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB111/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3c60e115b063951a8525786c0064180c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329394,"bill_number":"HB113","title":"An Act To Amend Title 3 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Irrigation Preservation.","description":"This bill transfers control of the application and permitting of certain irrigation systems from the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to the Department of Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Assigned to Natural Resources & Environmental Control Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Natural Resources & Environmental Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB113/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d0a3fbfc286c19f785257886006487af?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329412,"bill_number":"HB109","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Relating To Building Construction And Payment.","description":"The primary purpose of this Act is to provide a party (a contractor, a subcontractor or a material supplier) with the right to file a legal action against a contractor or an owner who has improperly withheld the payment of money to force settlement or for other reasons unrelated to a lawful dispute. Often the value of these claims and the cost of litigation do not justify filing litigation. Moreover, the current statute is often unclear and confusing, which has resulted in difficulties for the Courts in applying the statute and overseeing the related litigation. The Act further seeks to provide clear language that will allow parties to pursue claims under the statute and recover an amount equal to the amount wrongfully withheld plus attorneys fees, if it is determined that the contractor or owner withheld payment in bad faith. Additionally, this Act seeks to expand the applicability of the Chapter to encompass various construction services offered on present day projects which may not have been offered when the Chapter was originally enacted. In sum, the revisions to the Chapter are primarily focused on three areas: (1) applying the Chapter to all services provided on construction projects; (2) coordinating the various sections so they work cohesively, making such sections easier to apply; and (3) addressing relevant issues that the Courts have historically struggled with in applying the statute. In particular, the revisions to current Chapter 35, Title 6, on a section by section, basis are as follows: First, existing Section 3501 was amended to cover relationships between contracting parties in three categories: (1) demolition, erection, construction, completion, addition or repair of any building or structure; (2) improvements to land; and (3) other construction services. The current version of the statute covered only the first category. Section 3503 amends the existing statute by combining the contract clauses in current  3506 and 3507 into one section. This section also seeks to harmonize the timing of events under the two sections, which are currently inconsistent. This section also adds a clause in section (d)(5) that makes it against public policy to require any agreement to be subject to laws of any State other than Delaware or to require any legal action, arbitration, mediation or other resolution procedure to take place outside the State of Delaware. Finally, the title was changed from “Payments to Contractor” to “Contract Terms” to reflect the combination of the two sections. Prior Section 3502, now embodied in Section 3504, was amended to reflect the three categories of projects covered by the Act. Prior Section 3503, now embodied in  3505, was amended to reflect the three categories of projects covered by the Act. Prior Section 3504, now embodied in  3506, was amended to reflect the three categories of projects covered by the Act and reference the correct new sections of the Act. New Section 3507 embodies former sections 3506 and 3507. In addition, the first subsection was revised to allow a contractor or subcontractor 15 days to dispute an invoice and thereby avoid the situation where the invoice is designated as accepted. This is a more reasonable timeline for all types of construction projects than the current 7 days. Prior Section 3508 was revised to clarify when attorneys’ fees and litigation costs could be awarded, the standard to award such fees, and to exclude attorneys’ fees from the limitation provided for in 10 Del. C.  3912.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB109/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/012afca7dec0e7ed85257855006ff3d4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329419,"bill_number":"HB112","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The General Assembly And Determining District Boundaries For Incarcerated Individuals.","description":"This bill postpones the effectiveness of Section 804A until the redistricting following the 2020 federal decennial census.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-05-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB112/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/799c792e46ac4528852578870054658f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329438,"bill_number":"SCR13","title":"Requesting The Delaware Department Of Transportation Study The Building And Maintaining Of Non-motorized Travel Connections Within And Between Cities And Towns In Delaware And To Link These Connections To Form Uninterrupted Networks For Walking And Bicycling.","description":"This Senate Concurrent Resolution requests that the Department of Transportation expand its efforts to create contiguous systems or networks of walkways and bikeways within and between cities and towns in Delaware in order to provide travelers with the opportunity for safe, convenient, cost-effective and healthy transportation via walking and bicycling.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR13/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d07a381a5cd8b9d7852578150058ef57?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329712,"bill_number":"HR13","title":"Recognizing May 12, 2011 As Fibromyalgia Awareness Day In Delaware.","description":"This Resolution recognizes May 12, 2011 as Fibromyalgia Awareness Day in Delaware.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR13/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/789344c518d7952685257886005036c3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329726,"bill_number":"HB115","title":"An Act To Amend Title 12 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Statutory Trusts.","description":"This Bill makes the following changes to Delaware statutory trust law [Chapter 38, Title 12 of the Delaware Code]: Section 1 of the Bill amends  3807 by adding three new subsections to provide that (i) the registered agent of one or more statutory trusts may resign as registered agent and appoint a successor [3807(f)], (ii) the registered agent of one or more statutory trusts may resign as registered agent without appointing a successor [3807(g)], and (iii) in any certificate or other document filed with the Secretary of State pursuant to Chapter 38, the address of the trustee and the registered agent or registered office of the statutory trust must include the street, number, city and postal code [3807(h)]. Section 2 of the Bill confirms that a certificate filed under Chapter 38 may be made effective at a date or time later than its filing as specified in the certificate; however, for filings made on or after January 1, 2012, the effective date or time cannot be later than the 180th day after the filing date of the certificate. Section 3 of the Bill amends  3812 by adding a new subsection (g) to provide that there is no need to amend a certificate of trust or other document on file before August 1, 2011 in order to comply with new  3807(h), but that any certificate or other document filed on or after August 1, 2011 and changing the address of a trustee or registered agent or office must comply with new  3807(h). Section 4 of the Bill provides that a registered agent filing a certificate under new  3807(f) shall pay a fee in the amount of $200, and a registered agent filing a certificate under new  3807(g) shall pay a fee in the amount of $2.00 for each statutory trust whose registered agent has resigned by such certificate. Section 5 of the Bill amends  3814(a) to provide that a domestic statutory trust may not register under a name that is not such as to distinguish it upon the records of the Secretary of State from the name of another domestic statutory trust unless the domestic statutory trust is registered as of July 31, 2011 and has obtained the consent of the other domestic statutory trust. Section 5 of the Bill further amends  3814(a) to clarify that a domestic statutory trust may register under the same name as a foreign statutory trust registered under the laws of this State, regardless of when the domestic statutory trust is registered, as long as the foreign statutory trust consents in writing to the use of its name and the consent is filed with the Secretary of State. Section 6 of the Bill provides that notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in the governing instrument of the statutory trust, an agreement of merger or consolidation approved in accordance with  3815(a) may (i) effect an amendment to the governing instrument of the statutory trust, or (ii) effect the adoption of a new governing instrument to the statutory trust if the statutory trust is the surviving or resulting statutory trust in the merger or consolidation. Section 7 of the Bill clarifies that the filing of a certificate of conversion to statutory trust and the filing of a certificate of trust--both of which are required to be filed with the Secretary of State in order to convert another entity to a statutory trust--must be filed simultaneously with the Secretary of State. Likewise, to the extent such certificates are to have post-filing dates or times, the certificates must provide for the same effective date or time. Section 8 of the Bill clarifies that the filing of a certificate of statutory trust domestication and the filing of a certificate of trust--both of which are required to be filed with the Secretary of State in order to domesticate a non-United States entity as a Delaware statutory trust--must be filed simultaneously with the Secretary of State. Likewise, to the extent such certificates are to have post-filing dates or times, the certificates must provide for the same effective date or time. Section 9 of the Bill amends  3862 to provide that (i) a registered agent filing a certificate under  3854(c) shall pay a fee in the amount of $200, (ii) a registered agent filing a certificate under  3854(d) shall pay a fee in the amount of $200, and (iii) a registered agent filing a certificate under  3854(e) shall pay a fee in the amount of $2.00 for each statutory trust whose registered agent has resigned by such certificate.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB115/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f53d19ee2d7bea5885257886006d5146?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329740,"bill_number":"SCR14","title":"Continuing To Raise Awareness That The Month Of May Is Melanoma And Skin Cancer Detection And Prevention Month In Delaware.","description":"This Resolution continues to raise awareness that the month of May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR14/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/70bfcb51d00ade3085257871006efc3c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329768,"bill_number":"HCR16","title":"Recognizing The Month Of May 2011 As Older Americans Month And Driver Safety Month And Acknowledging The Efforts Of The Delaware Senior Driver Task Force.","description":"This House of Representatives Concurrent Resolution recognizes the month of May as both “Older Americans Month” and “Driver Safety Month”. In addition, it acknowledges and supports the successes and ongoing initiatives of the Senior Driver Task Force.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR16/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f3e8937806d3ffd98525787f005800ee?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329815,"bill_number":"HCR15","title":"Recognizing And Commending The Way Home, Inc. For Its Contributions To The State.","description":"This resolution recognizes and commends The Way Home, Inc., a not-for-profit organization that works intensively with ex-offenders in the State of Delaware to reduce recidivism and assist ex-offenders in transitioning to life as productive citizens.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR15/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/60029c6c1aa68caa85257863005ecfb2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329816,"bill_number":"HB114","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Jurisdiction Of The Court Of Common Pleas.","description":"This bill provides that when a charge over which the Court of Common Pleas has jurisdiction is brought along with the violation of an ordinance, the violation and charge may be jointly transferred to the Court of Common Pleas, if such a transfer is elected by the Defendant. This bill allows the transfer to occur notwithstanding the Court of Common Pleas’ existing lack of jurisdiction over county ordinances. This allowance creates a cleaner and more efficient process for both the judicial system and the public by not requiring the splitting of cases.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB114/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7c751802fb8a38888525786c0047b1d6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329974,"bill_number":"HB121","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Rate Schedules And Rate Classifications.","description":"Delaware has two regulatory schemes for competitive local exchange carriers providing telecommunication services in Delaware. Under Section 707 of Title 26, a local exchange carrier cannot charge a switched access rate higher than that charged by the largest service provider in the State. Currently, Section 301 of Title 26 does not contain this same rate ceiling. This legislation provides parity between the two regulatory processes so that regardless of the regulatory scheme governing the carrier, the switched access rates of all Delaware carriers would be subject to the same ceiling. This legislation closes a loop hole and treats all carriers equally by applying the existing ceiling to all carriers. This legislation mirrors the unified ceiling in federal law for rates for interstate service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-16","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB121/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d80ef5b71fee2b7a8525788c006d5b48?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329988,"bill_number":"HB119","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Delaware Economic And Financial Advisory Council.","description":"This act requires the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council’s June projections be published no later than June 15th of each year.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB119/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/304e17f076e2578d8525787d004ddd5c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329996,"bill_number":"HB120","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Freedom Of Information Act.","description":"This Bill deems as public reports any non-security reports regarding State agencies paid for by public funds, including accreditation reports of all State agencies, but only after all personal identification data of students, patients, wards of the State, and recipients of State services are redacted.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB120/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/172c40720d1780f78525787d004d7d21?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":329997,"bill_number":"HB118","title":"An Act Proposing An Amendment To Article Ii Of The Constitution Of The State Of Delaware Relating To Open Meetings And Public Records Of The General Assembly.","description":"This is the first leg of a constitutional amendment that requires the General Assembly to have meetings and public records open to the public. As a constitutional amendment, future General Assemblies will be subject to open meeting and open public record laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB118/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/011b5b57c2b355188525787d004e1e2c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":330004,"bill_number":"HB116","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Hunting, Trapping, And Fishing Licenses.","description":"This bill allows a nonresident farm owner, who owns but is not an occupant of a farm in this State containing 20 acres or more and where the science of husbandry is practiced, and the immediate members of the family of the nonresident farm owner to hunt, trap, and/or fish on the farm if the farm occupant or resident, if any, gives the owner written permission or if hunting, trapping, and/or fishing is permitted pursuant to a written lease, if any, between the farm owner and the occupant or resident of the farm.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-09","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (NATURAL RESOURCES & ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL) in Senate with 5 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB116/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6626287def74e8f8852578780061e7ca?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":330007,"bill_number":"HB122","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Self-sufficient Water Supply.","description":"This bill transfers from the Public Service Commission to the Water Supply Coordinating Council the authority to review and approve water conservation plans and certifications of adequate water supply submitted by the investor-owned water utilities. The Council presently reviews such submissions from municipally-owned water utilities, and the Council has the expertise to review submissions from investor-owned utilities efficiently and at less expense to rate payers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB122/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d2a11f389d31bb698525787200586b29?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":330010,"bill_number":"HB126","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Freedom Of Information Act.","description":"This Act defines “public body”, “public record” and “meeting” to include the University of Delaware and Delaware State University, and their respective Board of Trustees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Introduced in House and assigned to House Administration Committee","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB126/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2cd0ffa397286c308525788500746143?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":330016,"bill_number":"HB117","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Power Of The Family Court.","description":"This bill will give the Family Court certain powers over the parents or legal guardians of minor children who are the subject of a delinquency action in Family Court. The Court may order the attendance of parents/guardians at various judicial and therapeutic proceedings and may use its contempt powers to punish parent/guardians who fail to comply with orders of the Family Court.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB117/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/936ddfb8553df0888525785b0053a283?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":330020,"bill_number":"HB123","title":"An Act To Amend Title 1 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Special Days And Special Months.","description":"This bill designates the month of October as “Disability History and Awareness Month.”","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-17","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB123/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ff3adee88cc33ab38525788500666073?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":330095,"bill_number":"HB125","title":"An Act To Amend Title 22 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Municipal User Tax.","description":"This Act provides that the City of Wilmington is not to tax income earned by the employees of the Delaware State Police, Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement or Division of Probation and Parole during Operation: Pressure Point. The program was a response to a record number of homicides, and troopers, officers and agents are assisting City troopers at an approximate cost of $750,000 per year to the State.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB125/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/223df94208deedeb8525788e00529713?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":330214,"bill_number":"HB129","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 29 And 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Public Utility Tax Rates And The Use Of The Proceeds Thereof.","description":"This Act reduces the general public utility tax rate on electricity and gas from 5.00% to 4.25%. The Act also reduces the rate on electricity and gas distributed to manufacturers, food processors and other agribusinesses from 2.35% to 2.00%. The Act also transfers the first $5 million in proceeds generated by the public utility tax to the new Energy Efficiency Investment Fund, which will be used to finance energy efficiency projects that will reduce overall energy use and create jobs.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB129/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8220f21cd1e7e4ed8525788d006017ae?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":330241,"bill_number":"HB127","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 7 And 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Gross Receipts Taxes.","description":"This Act provides a gross receipts tax cut to all taxpayers by: (a) cutting rates across-the-board by 3% and (b) increasing by 25% the monthly and quarterly exclusion levels for all business categories. It clarifies the rate reduction scheduled to take effect in 2014 and it restores full funding for the Hazardous Substance Clean-up program two-years earlier than originally planned. Section 1 of this Act stipulates that the tax rates currently in effect will remain in effect only until the end of 2011. It also clarifies the intention of the General Assembly that the rates of tax in place from 2010 to 2013 will be replaced for periods beginning on and after January 1, 2014, with the tax rates that were in place in 2009. Sections 2 and 3 of this Act reinstate full funding of the Hazardous Substance Clean-up program in FY 2012 instead of FY 2014. Sections 4 through 7 correct incorrect cross references in the Occupational License Tax. Sections 8 through 30 increase the monthly exclusion from taxable gross receipts in the various gross receipts taxes. The increased exclusion is generally increased from $80,000 to $100,000 per month and from $240,000 to $300,000 per quarter, except for certain manufacturing taxes, in which the exclusion is increased from $1 million per month to $1.25 million per month and from $3 million per quarter to $3.75 million per quarter. Sections 31 – 47 cut rates across-the-board by 3%.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB127/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/96cedae5dfb1f62c8525788d005eecfc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":330248,"bill_number":"HB128","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code And Chapter 77, Volume 77 Of The Laws Of Delaware Relating To Taxes On Personal Income.","description":"This Act reduces from 6.95% to 6.75% the personal income tax rate on taxable income in excess of $60,000. The Act also maintains the 2014 sunset, which returns the top rate to 5.95%.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB128/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bd18d382cd10f3818525788d005f8afa?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333376,"bill_number":"HB137","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 10 And 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Certain Offenses.","description":"This bill provides the Family Court with discretion to determine whether it is appropriate to designate juvenile offenders who are under age fourteen on the date of the offense or who were over age fourteen on the day of the offense but did not commit one of the offenses enumerated in  771-78 of Title 11 (for which registration is required pursuant to the federal Adam Walsh Act) as sex offenders, thus subjecting them to the registration and reporting requirements under Delaware law. This Bill does not adversely affect Delaware’s compliance with the federal Adam Walsh Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-26","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (JUDICIARY) in House with 8 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2011-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB137/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6f11a0d765f8487b8525788c0072ec11?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333378,"bill_number":"HB141","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The State Council For Persons With Disabilities.","description":"Forty-eight (48) states have established brain injury advisory boards or councils to facilitate planning, assessment, and improved service coordination for brain injury survivors. Twenty-four (24) of the states, including New Jersey and Maryland, have established such boards or councils by statute. The formal establishment and active operation of an interdisciplinary state board or council is often a prerequisite for qualifying for federal brain injury funds. The Delaware State Council for Persons with Disabilities has informally maintained a 24-member brain injury committee since 2003. This bill would amend the Council’s enabling statute to confirm its status as the State’s primary brain injury council, clarify the role and membership of its brain injury committee, and enhance prospects for acquiring competitive grant funds.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB141/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b79d190eff0f3c538525788e0068d3d9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333384,"bill_number":"HB132","title":"An Act To Amend Title 13 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Child Support.","description":"This Act authorizes the Court to order a party to designate a minor child or children covered under a support order as a beneficiary on any of the parties' existing life insurance policies for the duration of a support order. The designation may be exclusive or non-exclusive, as determined by the Court. The effect of this Act is that the designated child or children will receive support by way of proceeds from the life insurance policy if a party predeceases the child or children.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB132/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/393d55925c3edb348525789a006f99f5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333385,"bill_number":"HB135","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Jurisdiction Of The Courts.","description":"The bill raises the “maximum fine” threshold that gives a defendant an automatic right to transfer a criminal case from a Justice of the Peace Court or Alderman’s Court to the Court of Common Pleas from $15 to $100. It would leave unchanged the automatic right to transfer any criminal case in which there is a “possibility that a period of incarceration” could be imposed. Where there is more than one offense charged, each of which is within the exclusive jurisdiction of the Justice of the Peace Court or Alderman’s Court, the entire case would remain within the exclusive jurisdiction of the Justice of the Peace Court or Alderman’s Court. Conversely, where there is more than one offense charged, and at least one of those offenses is within the concurrent jurisdiction of the Court of Common Pleas, the Court of Common Pleas may exercise concurrent jurisdiction over the entire case.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-01-30","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB135/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/20106d67f1786a078525789b00536f36?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333410,"bill_number":"HB130","title":"An Act To Reincorporate The Charter Of The City Of Harrington, Chapter 115, Volume 69, Laws Of Delaware, As Amended, Entitled \"an Act To Reincorporate The City Of Harrington\".","description":"This bill rewrites the City of Harrington Charter to do the following: Clarify the powers section of the charter. Removes the specific election district descriptions from the Charter by specifying the district maps are held in City Hall and the boundaries are as declared as recorded on the official map. Eliminates the requirement that nomination of candidates requires 10 signatures on a petition. Eliminates certain election law provisions since State law now covers municipal elections. Requires the City to use Kent County Tax Assessments unless the City Council makes its own independent assessment. Eliminates early tax payment discounts. Eliminates non-binding referendum. Allows City to issue a new tax bill if property is improved after the initial assessment was made and billed. Other provisions of the current Charter remain unchanged.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB130/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c922136c237b39608525788c00586a4b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333412,"bill_number":"HB139","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Board Of Professional Land Surveyors.","description":"This bill corrects an internal inconsistency in the number of professional board members that can be appointed to the Board of Professional Land Surveyors from any 1 county. As amended, the section states that four members of the State Board of Professional Land Surveyor, \"shall be land surveyors licensed under this chapter, at least 1 of whom, but not more than 2, shall be appointed from each county of this State. . .\".","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB139/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/baa2ca50cb87b2658525789b0067ac77?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333434,"bill_number":"HB134","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Penalties For Certain Motor Vehicle Offenses.","description":"This Act removes incarceration as a possible sentence for certain less serious offenses in chapters 41 and 42 of the Motor Vehicle Code including Following Too Closely ( 4123), Unlawful Use of a Controlled-Access Highway ( 4126), Speeding ( 4169), Careless or Inattentive Driving ( 4176), and for offenses for which penalties are not specified as part of the statute ( 4205) (which would include Failure to Stop at a Stop Sign ( 4164)). The courts will still be able to impose incarceration, when warranted, in the more serious chapter 41 traffic offenses, such as Overtaking and Passing a School Bus, Reckless Driving, Aggressive Driving, Operation of a Vehicle Causing Death, and Driving Under the Influence. The Act also lowers the maximum penalties for each of the provisions other than Speeding. According to data from the first half of 2008, there were nearly 6,000 convictions for Following Too Closely, Unlawful Use of a Controlled Access Highway, and Careless or Inattentive Driving, and no fine greater than $50 was imposed in any of the nearly 6,000 cases.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-01-30","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB134/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/331065b97cb4c5928525789b00523710?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333437,"bill_number":"HB138","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Membership On The Acupuncture Advisory Council And Genetic Counselor Advisory Council.","description":"This technical correction bill clarifies that members appointed to the Acupuncture Advisory Council and the Genetic Counselor Advisory Council must be licensed.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB138/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e909df7c060914288525789b0066201f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333439,"bill_number":"HB110","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Prevailing Wage Requirements.","description":"This bill raises the dollar thresholds for public works projects subject to the prevailing wage requirement to $350,000 for new construction and $100,000 for alteration, repair, renovation, rehabilitation, demolition or reconstruction.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-26","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-05-26","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB110/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/838244d226de675f852578870053bb7d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333446,"bill_number":"HB133","title":"An Act To Amend Title 12 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Escheat.","description":"This Act is necessary to remedy issues relating to the interpretation of certain escheatable “property” and the timing that such “property” escheats, as addressed by the Delaware Supreme Court in A.W. Financial Services, S.A. v. Empire Resources, Inc., 981 A.2d 1114 (2009). In particular, this Act is necessary to clarify that property that is explicitly named in and escheats pursuant to  1203(b), Title 12, such as certificated and uncertificated securities, is not subject to interpretation under  1203(a), Title 12. This Act remedies confusion that exists as a result of the current statutory construction of  1203(a) and  1203(b), Title 12 which, when read literally, arguably would allow certain property to be interpreted as “property” for purposes of both  1203(a) and  1203(b), Title 12. More to the point, in certain cases, a legal argument can be made that  1203(a) and  1203(b) apply contemporaneously to the same set of facts. This amendment eliminates such a nonsensical result by making clear that subsections (a) and (b) are mutually-exclusive, whereby the application of subsection (a) is to the exclusion of subsection (b), and vice versa.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB133/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/33c824e0f276cd8b852578620066615b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333455,"bill_number":"HB144","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 And 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Facilities Where Invasive Medical Procedures Are Performed.","description":"This bill allows for a person’s spouse to file a complaint concerning unsafe or unsanitary conditions at facilities where invasive medical procedures are performed. The Bill gives the Department of Health and Social Services the authority to require accreditation for medical facilities that perform invasive medical procedures. It also gives DHSS the authority to promulgate regulations for accreditation. The Bill requires that DHSS work with stakeholders in the development of the regulations and it outlines who those stakeholders should be. Finally, the Bill prohibits individuals licensed under Chapters 5, 11 and 17 of Title 24 from working in any facility where invasive medical procedures are performed unless the facility is licensed or accredited.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB144/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9e910e20861176f98525789b0058205f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333457,"bill_number":"HB145","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Expungements.","description":"This Bill makes the statutory scheme for expungement of adult criminal offenses more comprehensive in three areas. First, it applies the existing expungement rules to violations of county and municipal codes, ordinances, and regulations. By doing so, expungements of such violations will be simplified and require less Superior Court resources. Second, it applies the existing rules for the First Offenders Controlled Substance Diversion Program to court-supervised drug diversion programs, which is the means by which most minor drug offenders are diverted. Third, it provides for expungement of first offense elections under  4177B of Title 21, which provides for probation before judgment for qualifying first-time DUI offenders.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB145/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ec3427d40dfa2d2485257886006ccafa?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333467,"bill_number":"HB146","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 3 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Licensing Of Video Lottery Casinos And Harness Racing Days.","description":"This Act seeks to create jobs and new sources of revenue for the State by authorizing the addition of two new video lottery agents, one in Sussex County and one in New Castle County, through an application process conducted by a Lottery Economic Development Committee. This Act creates a nine-member, politically balanced Committee with financial, accounting, or banking experience to select the sites and licensees in a fair and open process. This Act also increases the number of required racing days to reflect the current amount of racing, and prevents the addition of video lottery agents from triggering a reduction in the minimum number of days that existing harness tracks must offer harness racing. The Act also expresses the intent of the General Assembly that the new video lottery casinos will be subject to a one-time license fee and ongoing license fees, as well as such fees as are necessary to create a level playing field for competition with video lottery agents who operate horse racing or harness racing, and directs the Department of Finance to prepare legislation implementing that intent.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-26","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Gaming & Parimutuels Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-05-26","committee":"Gaming & Parimutuels","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB146/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/82f9f915cf0d80458525789b006903a7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333471,"bill_number":"HB143","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Fund To Combat Violent Crime, Funded By An Additional Penalty Imposed By Courts For Various Offenses.","description":"SYNOPSIS To provide state and local law enforcement agencies with additional resources to fight violent crime, including gun violence, this legislation establishes The Fund to Combat Violent Crimes. The Fund will be funded by an additional penalty of $15 to be levied upon individuals convicted of crimes or offenses, thus ensuring that violators bear the cost of this initiative. The first $2.25 million of the Fund will go to the Department of Safety and Homeland Security to fight violent crime. The next $1 million will be administered by The Fund to Combat Violent Crimes Committee and distributed to local law enforcement agencies in connection with initiatives to reduce violent crime, especially gun violence. Local police agencies will apply for such funds. The next $1 million will be distributed to local law enforcement agencies. Any monies received in excess of $4.25 million per year will be deposited in the General Fund.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB143/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8c0222b9c0ffe4698525789b0067bcb1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333483,"bill_number":"HB131","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Libraries.","description":"This Act simplifies the formula devised in 1984 that is used to distribute more than $4 million in annual public library standards funds to Delaware’s 33 public libraries. The purpose of public library standards funding is to enable every public library in the State to evolve and to meet a minimum threshold of service. Inadvertently, the structure of the current formula has caused an ever-increasing percentage of appropriated funds to be allocated based on local public library spending with fewer and fewer dollars allocated based on service population, as originally intended. This Act would ensure that future allocations will remain balanced between local spending and population served and will significantly reduce annual volatility in allocations among all public libraries. Specifically, the Act requires that 40% of funds be distributed based on service population and 40% of funds be distributed based on local spending. Current law allows the Division of Libraries to use the remaining 20% of funds for library planning and evaluation and for countywide and statewide library services. This Act reduces the retention amount to 10% and provides that the remaining 10% go directly to individual public libraries to fund countywide or regional public library services provided by anchor public libraries and to fund individualized plans for each public library or public library system to improve library collections, staffing or other priorities.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-16","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB131/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/370fc62866d7f3908525788e0068266c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333513,"bill_number":"HB142","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Manufacturers And Wholesalers.","description":"In 78 Del. Laws Chapter 1, certain intermediate transactions engaged in by petroleum product refiners with specialized trade parties during the petroleum refining process were exempted from the Gross Receipts Tax. This Act clarifies that sales of all feedstock petroleum products would be exempted, not just the sale of crude oil. It is anticipated that these changes will not cause a decrease in the Gross Receipts Tax.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB142/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/99d17cc65d8facda8525789a00523c3d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333533,"bill_number":"HB136","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Veteran Preference In State Employment.","description":"Currently Delaware law gives a preference in hiring for state employment to veterans, disabled veterans and the unremarried widow or widower of a veteran. This bill changes the law with respect to spouses of veterans to extend the hiring preference to the spouse of a member of the armed forces who is POW or MIA, as well as the spouse of a veteran who is totally disabled.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB136/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ae47cde2e2a488098525788d0066b669?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333540,"bill_number":"HB140","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Rules Of The Road.","description":"This bill is intended to prohibit slower moving vehicles from driving in the left lane and blocking traffic, which commonly leads to road rage and has motivated several other states to adopt “left lane” laws. This bill provides that vehicles may overtake slower moving vehicles on the left, but otherwise shall not drive in the left lane, which is intended to serve as the passing lane. The Code already provides that a vehicle being passed shall not increase its speed. There is an exception in the bill for making a legal left turn. This bill also establishes fines for violations of these provisions.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB140/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/cbcaa37df7bb5fbe8525786b006e3548?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":333556,"bill_number":"HB124","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Prevailing Wage Requirements.","description":"This bill allows contracting agencies to opt out of the requirement that prevailing wages be paid to mechanics and laborers performing work on public works projects.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-26","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-05-26","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB124/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0544a9ad226b9cb1852578870053f7bf?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334129,"bill_number":"SB94","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Voter Registration And The Change Of Party Designation.","description":"This Act moves the dates during which a registered voter may change his or her party designation so that it matches the dates during which a newly registered voter may select a party designation. In real terms this means that, pursuant to this Act, no person may change his or her party designation during: (1) the 20 days immediately preceding a general election (up to an including the general election day); (2) the 20 days immediately preceding the date of the primary election for the party with whom the voter wishes to register (up to and including the primary election day); and (3) the 20 days immediately preceding the date of the presidential primary (up to and including the presidential primary election day).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-31","last_action":"Defeated by Senate. Votes: Defeated 5 YES 16 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB94/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/dae36f763d04cdb58525788e00542ee9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334130,"bill_number":"SB87","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Freedom Of Information Act.","description":"This Bill requires the Department of Justice to establish and provide standardized FOIA request forms. These forms shall be used by all public bodies. The uniformity should help provide prompt compliance and less questions at the front end of the request.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-10-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB87/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/79417693b62924458525787000686494?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334137,"bill_number":"SB82","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Appeals From The Board Of Assessment Review For New Castle County.","description":"This bill authorizes New Castle County, any municipality or any school district to appeal from decisions of the board of assessment review to the Superior Court in and for New Castle County from any decision changing the assessment of a non-residential property more than $500,000.00. In addition, this bill would establish a right of appeal for any municipality and for any school district impacted by a substantial change in assessment. In limiting the right to appeal to situations where a non-residential assessment is changed by $500,000.00, the bill ensures that this right of appeal is exercised only in cases having a substantial impact upon the County’s, the municipality’s or a school district’s tax base.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-16","last_action":"Re-Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Administration","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB82/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b77b0bac805b42ff8525787100613958?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334138,"bill_number":"SB89","title":"An Act To Amend Title Of 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Presidential Primary Election.","description":"This Bill will change the date of the Presidential Primary from the first Tuesday in February to the fourth Tuesday in April.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB89/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2e357b339791ac368525788c0055f2dd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334140,"bill_number":"SB83","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 10, 12, 18 And 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Judicial Procedure, Fiduciary Relations, Insurance And Property.","description":"Section 1 of the Act is intended to exempt life insurance contracts and annuity contracts from execution or attachment process to the same extent as retirement plan assets. Section 2 of the Act is intended to clarify the meaning of the term “wilful misconduct” as used in Chapter 33 of Title 12 and governing instruments. Section 3 of the Act clarifies that valuation of a trust asset may be an investment decision as defined in Section 3313(d). Section 4 of the Act clarifies that tenancy by the entireties property conveyed in trust by a husband and wife may retain its character as such even if the husband and wife convey their respective interests in the property to different trusts. Section 5 of the Act revises Section 3335 in light of the enactment of a federal estate tax generally applicable to decedents dying during 2010 unless the decedent’s fiduciaries elect out of the application of the tax. Section 6 of the Act reorganizes Section 3528 for clarity and clarifies how the statute applies to an open class of beneficiaries. Section 7 of the Act clarifies the standard of care applicable to a trustee when exercising the authority granted pursuant to Section 3528 and clarifies when that authority is available to a trustee. Section 8 of the Act addresses the procedure for providing information about trusts to various persons. Section 9 of the Act clarifies existing law regarding the application of Section 3546 to both revocable and irrevocable trusts. Section 10 of the Act clarifies who may represent a minor under Delaware’s virtual representation statute in cases where one parent has sole custody of the minor. Section 11 of the Act is intended to clarify current law regarding the permissibility of making a qualified disposition in trust to a trust having multiple co-trustees provided that at least one of the co-trustees is a “qualified trustee” within the meaning of the Qualified Dispositions in Trust Act. Section 12 of the Act confirms existing Delaware law and is intended to clarify the nature of one type of claim excluded from the scope of the protection generally afforded against creditor claims by the Qualified Dispositions in Trust Act. Section 13 of the Act clarifies the rules regarding the payment of attorney’s fees from trusts governed by the Qualified Dispositions in Trust Act and includes a provision for trusts governed by the Qualified Dispositions in Trust Act comparable to the provision for revocable trusts appearing in Section 4 of the Act. Section 14 of the Act clarifies that Delaware’s virtual representation statute (12 Del. C.  3547) applies to consents, releases and ratifications pursuant to Section 3588. Section 15 of the Act revises the provisions of the Delaware Uniform Principal and Income Act regarding the circumstances in which a trustee may rely upon a statement about the source or character of a distribution from an entity. Section 16 of the Act places a duty to make property productive of income upon the trustee in certain circumstances while preserving the income beneficiary’s right described in the current version of Section 61-413. Section 17 of the Act is intended to clarify the provisions of current law which state categorically that a trust has an insurable interest in the life of the person who creates the trust. Section 18 of the Act is intended to clarify current law regarding how the Delaware rule against perpetuities for real property held in trust applies in cases where an indirect interest in real property is held by a trust through the trust’s ownership of an interest in an entity that in turn owns an interest in real property. Section 19 of the Act provides for the effective date of the Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB83/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a213b84e26bb976985257887006df105?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334142,"bill_number":"SB95","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 17, Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Creation, Regulation, Operation And Dissolution Of Domestic Limited Partnerships And The Registration And Regulation Of Foreign Limited Partnerships.","description":"This bill continues the practice of amending periodically the Delaware Revised Uniform Limited Partnership Act (the \"Act\") to keep it current and to maintain its national preeminence. The following is a section-by-section review of the proposed amendments of the Act. Section 1. This section amends  17-102(3) of the Act to provide that a limited partnership may not register under a name that is not such as to distinguish it upon the records in the office of the Secretary of State from the name on such records of another domestic limited partnership, provided that a limited partnership registered as of July 31, 2011 under such a name need not amend its certificate of limited partnership to comply with this subsection. Section 2. This section adds a new subsection (k) to  17-104 of the Act providing that, in any certificate or other document filed with the Secretary of State, the address of the registered agent or registered office of the partnership must include the street, number, city and postal code. Section 3. This section designates all but the final sentence of  17-203 of the Act as a new subsection (a), designates the final sentence of  17-203 of the Act as a new subsection (c), and adds a new subsection (b) confirming that a certificate of correction may be filed to correct a certificate of cancellation that has been filed prior to the dissolution or the completion of winding up of a limited partnership. Section 4. This section amends  17-206(b) of the Act to confirm that a certificate may be made effective at a date or time later than its filing as specified in the certificate and to provide, for filings made on or after January 1, 2012, that such later date or time shall not be later than a time on the 180th day after the filing date. Section 5. This section amends  17-206 of the Act by adding a new subsection (f) to provide that there is no need for an amendment to a certificate of limited partnership, application for registration as a foreign limited partnership, or any other document on file with the Secretary of State before August 1, 2011, to comply with new  17-104(k) of the Act, but that any certificate or other document filed on or after August 1, 2011 and changing the address of a registered agent or registered office must comply with  17-104(k) of the Act. Section 6. This section amends  17-215 of the Act to clarify that the certificate of limited partnership domestication and the certificate of limited partnership of a non-United States entity domesticating to Delaware as a Delaware limited partnership must be filed simultaneously in the office of the Secretary of State and, to the extent such certificates are to have a post-filing effective date or time, such certificates must provide for the same effective date or time. Section 7. This section amends  17-217 of the Act to clarify that the certificate of conversion to limited partnership, the certificate of limited partnership and, as applicable, the statement of qualification of an other entity converting to a Delaware limited partnership or limited liability limited partnership must be filed simultaneously in the office of the Secretary of State and, to the extent such certificates and, as applicable, such statement are to have a post-filing effective date or time, such certificates and, as applicable, such statement must provide for the same effective date or time. Section 8. This section amends  17-302(e) of the Act to clarify the manner in which limited partners of a limited partnership may take action without a meeting. Section 9. This section amends  17-302(f) of the Act to adopt a rule different from the approach articulated in In re LJM2 Co-Investment, L.P. Limited Partners Litigation, 866 A.2d 762 (Del. Ch. 2004) with respect to the application of the type of amendment provision contained in the partnership agreement at issue in that case. This amendment provides that such amendment provisions only apply to provisions expressly included in the partnership agreement and do not apply to default voting provisions of the statute unless otherwise provided in the partnership agreement. This amendment is not intended to affect the interpretation of such amendment provisions as applied to provisions expressly included in the partnership agreement. Section 10. This section amends  17-405(d) of the Act to clarify the manner in which general partners of a limited partnership may take action without a meeting. Sections 11 and 13. These sections amend  17-1107(a)(2) and (a)(7) of the Act to clarify that a registered agent filing a single certificate of resignation to resign from more than one limited partnership or foreign limited partnership must pay a $2.00 fee to the Secretary of State for each limited partnership or foreign limited partnership from which the registered agent is resigning. Sections 12 and 14. These sections amend  17-1107(a)(3) and (a)(11) of the Act to provide a $50 filing fee for an instrument submitted by a limited partnership or foreign limited partnership that changes only the registered office or registered agent of the limited partnership or foreign limited partnership. Section 15. This section provides that the proposed amendments of the Act shall become effective August 1, 2011.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB95/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/04d5d98a6d66f34d852578a1005cd051?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334144,"bill_number":"HB148","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 And Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Gross Receipts Tax.","description":"This bill returns certain business and occupational gross receipt tax rates to their pre December 31, 2009 rates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-31","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB148/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/98659c3df4e7f02a8525789400651631?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334149,"bill_number":"SB84","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Health And Safety.","description":"This Act establishes a Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke Prevention Program within the Division of Public Health. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in this state and stroke is the third leading cause of death. The intent of this Act is to reduce the incidence of cardiovascular disease and stroke in Delaware through the creation of a state program to promote health education, public awareness and community outreach activities and to improve access to treatment for and prevention of cardiovascular disease and stroke.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-31","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES) in Senate with 6 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB84/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/192227ae4711bf1485257855006a76ec?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334152,"bill_number":"SB85","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Legal Rate Of Interest And Judgments.","description":"This bill clarifies that the applicable post-judgment interest rate on any judgments entered in cases of personal loans is the lesser of the legal interest rate or the contract rate. This bill does not affect the usury statute or other special circumstances contemplated by current law.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB85/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9be5f49393cf2079852578850061fee3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334162,"bill_number":"HB147","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Taxes On Personal Income.","description":"This bill rolls back the tax hikes on personal income enacted by the 145th General Assembly.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-31","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Revenue & Finance Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-05-31","committee":"Revenue & Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB147/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1122628a1007554c852578940069bb62?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334163,"bill_number":"SB88","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Deferred Compensation.","description":"This Act allows a hardship distribution from the deferred compensation program to pay off a college loan or loans which are in default.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":"Administration","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB88/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/86183d31f293bf8b85257863005269d2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334169,"bill_number":"SB91","title":"An Act To Amend Title 5 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Bank Franchise Tax.","description":"In an effort to encourage job creation and economic investment in Delaware, this Act amends the Delaware Bank Franchise Tax. This Act increases the incentive for major financial institutions to locate their charters and operations in Delaware by lowering the location benefit tax paid by banks that elect into the alternative bank franchise tax. This Act encourages job creation and retention by creating a 10-year tax credit for banking organizations that add 200 or more jobs after 2011","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB91/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/cd3dffee503b11cd8525788d005f953a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334174,"bill_number":"SB81","title":"An Act To Amend Title 12 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Sale Of Disabled Person's Real Estate.","description":"This Bill gives the Court of Chancery increased discretion in determining whether it should approve a suggested price for a proposed sale of a disabled person’s real estate. Currently, the Chancery Court is required in most cases to set the minimum price allowable as the price set by the appraiser. This Bill will allow Chancery to take into account all relevant circumstances, including the appraisal and the best interest of the disabled person, in determining whether to approve a proposed sale.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB81/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/81021fa9c595cfae85257885006ce5c0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334184,"bill_number":"SB86","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Thefts From Cemeteries.","description":"This Bill creates a new crime of theft of property from a cemetery. The Bill categorizes that crime as a Class A misdemeanor.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB86/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ec57a6b5981551328525788700652d7f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334189,"bill_number":"SB90","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 And Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Accreditation For Safe And Sanitary Operation Of Facilities Where Invasive Medical Procedures Are Performed.","description":"This Bill gives the Department of Health and Social Services the authority to require accreditation for medical facilities that perform invasive medical procedures. It also gives DHSS the authority to promulgate regulations for accreditation. The Bill requires that DHSS work with stakeholders in the development of the regulations and it outlines who those stakeholders should be. Finally, the Bill prohibits individuals licensed under Chapters 5, 11 and 17 of Title 24 from working in any facility where invasive medical procedures are performed unless the facility is licensed or accredited.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-31","last_action":"Assigned to Health & Social Services Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-05-31","committee":"Health & Social Services","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB90/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3a476c6eeb6737c18525787f005293c7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334208,"bill_number":"SB92","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Chronic Violator Status.","description":"This Bill revises DNREC’s chronic violator program. It adds a purpose section, makes various technical revisions, adds and makes consistent several definitions, clarifies and expands the standard and criteria for chronic violator status, adds categories of factors and types of violations, updates DNREC’s authority to promulgate regulations, and enhances administrative penalties.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-16","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB92/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/926802d9516741ea8525788d005d4914?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334226,"bill_number":"SB93","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Automobile Clubs.","description":"This bill clarifies that any third party that contracts with autoclubs for services, such as towing, are not captured in the definition of such under the insurance code.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-06","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB93/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9e1f398dcd198f148525788c00741822?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334427,"bill_number":"HB151","title":"An Act To Amend Title 1 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Distribution Of The Delaware Code And Supplements.","description":"This bill recognizes that the Delaware Code is now available online and that fewer printed copies of the Delaware Code are necessary. The current Code outlines a minimum number of printed copies to be provided to each agency and certain officials throughout the State. Many agencies have requested fewer printed copies, but the current Code and policy requires Legislative Council to provide them. All copies and supplements are paid centrally by Legislative Council. Any additional copies of the Delaware Code will become the responsibility of the requesting agencies.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB151/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f1ba2f22c87437f98525787d006d2a0b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334437,"bill_number":"HB150","title":"An Act To Amend Title 17 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Variable Message Signs On State Toll Highways.","description":"This bill prevents the installation and operation of variable message signs intended to be read by those traveling on the tolled portions of State Route One. The only exceptions would be for those that are installed and operated for official Department purposes, such as the existing VMS now on State Route One.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB150/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/18e45ce973865be2852578940042ee18?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334485,"bill_number":"HB149","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Training And Emergency Use Of Epinephrine.","description":"This bill requires the Department of Health and Social Services to adopt standards for the approval of and to approve certain training programs relating to the possession of epinephrine and the administration of epinephrine in emergency situations; and authorizes certain individuals to obtain epinephrine, and administer epinephrine in emergency situations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-01","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Health & Human Development Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-01","committee":"Health & Human Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB149/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d4f7cbde18b25b008525781c00647910?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334813,"bill_number":"SB103","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 7 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Programs Of The Department Of Natural Resources And Environmental Control.","description":"This legislation changes the name of DNREC’s Division of Waste Management to Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances, and enumerates the programs organized under the newly-named Division. It re-designates the Division of Boiler Safety as a Program within the newly-named Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances, eliminates the position of Director of Boiler Safety, and moves the Boiler Safety enabling legislation from Chapter 80 of Title 29 to a new Chapter 74B of Title 7. This legislation also authorizes fees from DNREC’s Aboveground Storage Tank Program to partially fund administration costs of DNREC’s Underground Storage Tank Program and the Boiler Safety Program.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB103/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/379dc273d3329d9a8525788e006af857?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334817,"bill_number":"SCR15","title":"Recognizing June 16, 2011 As National Network Of Career Nursing Assistants' Day And Recognizing The Vital Role That Certified Nursing Assistants Play In Providing Health Care Services.","description":"This Resolution recognizes the week of June 16th through 23rd, 2011 as National Network of Career Nursing Assistants Week and June 16, 2011 as Career Nursing Assistants’ Day.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR15/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a9d2bb85cd10ccdd8525788b00564511?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334819,"bill_number":"SB100","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 By Repealing The Corporate Income Tax.","description":"To encourage and promote businesses to operate in Delaware and to generate jobs, this Bill repeals the Delaware Corporate Income Tax. The effective date shall be on the second January 1st after enactment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB100/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/07b231e1a6d880108525786a00707b4f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334826,"bill_number":"HB152","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Real Estate Appraisers.","description":"This Act makes  4019(e) effective only after a County or Municipality has done a reassessment of all real estate located in that jurisdiction.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability) Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability)","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB152/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/95a30972246e46c8852578a20060fcdd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334837,"bill_number":"SB104","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Seller Financing For Consumer Purpose Properties.","description":"As currently drafted,  314(c) of Title 25 of the Delaware Code sets forth limitations on the time within which a contract for the sale of “improved or unimproved residential real estate” may remain executory. The primary purpose of the statute is the protection of single-family residential purchasers from entering into predatory installment sale contracts couched as seller financing. However, the term “improved or unimproved residential real estate” could be interpreted to include multi-unit residential property, such as an apartment building, or even unimproved land currently zoned or approved only for residential use but upon which office, commercial or industrial uses may be contemplated in the future. In commercial transactions, in which contracts for the sale of real property are often contingent upon the receipt of approvals necessary to develop the property, obtaining such approvals can take three or more years. Applying  314(c) of Title 25 of the Delaware Code to such transactions, thereby limiting the period within which contracts involving seller financing may remain executory to periods of six to twelve months, may allow a party to such a contract to void the contract where the other party has not yet been able to obtain the necessary approvals, thus allowing such voiding party to relieve itself of contractual obligations and in some cases receive a windfall by entering into a new contract with a different party at a higher price. Several Delaware laws distinguish between 1-to-4-family residential real property used primarily for personal, family or household purposes and other types of property. The purpose of these changes is to give certainty that  314(c) of Title 25 of the Delaware Code applies only to such residential real property in accordance with the intended purpose of such subsection.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB104/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f6d290914ba84c5f852578a200520ec8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334838,"bill_number":"HB154","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of Millville, Chapter 217, Volume 24, Laws Of Delaware, As Amended, Entitled \"an Act To Reincorporate The Town Of Millville\" To Amend Paragraph (a)(30) Of Section 31, Enumeration Of Powers.","description":"This amendment to the Charter of the Town of Millville is intended to revise the limit on the taxes that may be levied and collected on real estate and the improvements thereon in a given year to no more than 3% of the total assessed value. Currently the Charter’s limit is $250,000. The Town’s current tax rate of .5%, in light of its prior growth, has the Town at the limit. By substituting a percentage, rather than a specific dollar figure, the Town will be able to accommodate its future and projected growth and the necessary budgetary adjustments, without having to request additional amendments to the Charter.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB154/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c3b96e0787b578ff852578a200634fe4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334844,"bill_number":"SCR16","title":"Recognizing June 12 Through June 18, 2011 As Paralegal Week.","description":"This Resolution recognizes June 12 through June 18, 2011 as paralegal week.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR16/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/42b90d57e2ff94158525788f00504f24?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334845,"bill_number":"SB105","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Property Subject To Taxation.","description":"This Amendment modernizes the list of special betterments that are taxed as real property by including contemporary technology that did not exist when the statute was last updated in 1975. The Amendment permits New Castle County to tax cell phone towers as Kent and Sussex Counties do.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB105/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d1e053d4a87aead6852578a3005e2e05?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334848,"bill_number":"SCR18","title":"Commending The Class Of 2010-2011 Eagle Scouts For Having Attained The Highest Rank One Can Earn In The Boy Scouts Of America.","description":"This Resolution honors the class of 2010-2011 Eagle Scouts for having attained the highest rank one can earn in the Boy Scouts of America. AUTHOR: Sen. Sorenson","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR18/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5f215f1d6b4c5924852578a2005e7a6c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334850,"bill_number":"HB157","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Motor Vehicles.","description":"This Act allows rules, regulations, and guidelines to be developed which would authorize new motor vehicle dealers to inspect motor vehicles, 5 model years old or newer, and owned by that dealership. The inspections will only relate to safety and the vehicle identification number (VIN). This authorization does not relate to emissions inspections, which are not currently required for models 5 years old or newer. Emissions testing is done by the State of Delaware. This Act would allow, by a reduction in volume, increased customer service and provide shorter wait times for others at designated inspection locations.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB157/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8f2888562571d53b8525788d00628553?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334856,"bill_number":"HR18","title":"In Honor Of Chancellor William B. Chandler Iii On His Retirement From The Court Of Chancery.","description":null,"status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR18/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d32f831361c29d8c852578a1006c006b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334861,"bill_number":"SB97","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Manufactured Homes And Manufactured Home Communities.","description":"This Bill provides that if an owner desires to raise the average rentals charged to homeowners in a manufactured home community more than the increase in the Federal Consumer price Index for the preceding year, the owner must seek approval of the Governor’s Advisory Council on Manufactured Housing. The Council will take evidence regarding increases in the cost of operating and maintaining the affected community. If the Council finds that the owner has demonstrated that the cost of operating and maintaining the community has been more than the CPI, it will approve an appropriate increase.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Defeated by Senate. Votes: Defeated 9 YES 9 NO 2 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB97/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4a96f19bb4eaea458525788700714adf?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334862,"bill_number":"HB155","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Nursing.","description":"This bill creates the option of renewing a nursing license late, up to sixty days past the renewal period consistent with most regulated professions. Currently, nurses who attempt to renew after their renewal date must apply for reinstatement which delays the process due to the criminal background check requirement. This bill eliminates the delay in the renewal process and potential interruption to patient care.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB155/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e502e278cfcf13c2852578a2006061cc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334868,"bill_number":"SR17","title":"Paying Tribute To The Honorable William Burton Chandler Iii, Of Dagsboro Upon His Retirement From The Office Of Chancellor Of The Delaware Court Of Chancery.","description":"This Senate Resolution honors Chancellor William B. Chandler III upon his retirement from the office he has held since 1997 and thanks him for his many contributions to the betterment of the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 19 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR17/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/422de72b847ce763852578a3005afec6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334869,"bill_number":"SB102","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Long-term Care Ombudsman.","description":"This Bill, if enacted, keeps the Long-term Care Ombudsman program at Delaware Health & Social Services but allows it to be located outside the Division of Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities. This change is required by the Federal Administration on Aging to keep the Ombudsman program in a separate Division from the long term care facilities.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB102/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/411e5f4b1baf57d9852578a200622cc5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334877,"bill_number":"HR16","title":"Proclaiming May 18, 2011 As \"lewes-rehoboth Association Of Churches Day.\"","description":null,"status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR16/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6dc0579661b6f15185257892005ce3be?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334883,"bill_number":"HB153","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Financial Assistance For Higher Education.","description":"This Act revises the existing scholarship program for library and archival professionals seeking their master’s degree to also permit scholarships for library and archives staff seeking a bachelor’s degree prior to or a doctoral degree after their master’s degree. This bill will assist Delaware libraries in their efforts to retain and attract qualified professionals. The scholarship would be named in honor of the late Representative Ada Leigh Soles who represented Newark in the Delaware General Assembly from 1980 to 1992. Ada Leigh Soles was an outspoken champion for Delaware public libraries. Through four decades of advocacy, she was a member of the Friends of the Newark Library, Chair of the New Castle County Library Advisory Board, Chair of the Delaware Council on Libraries, and a Delaware delegate to the 1991 White House Conference on Libraries and Information Services. She received the Delaware Library Association’s Distinguished Service Citation in 1985 and was named in 2000 to the American Library Association’s Honor Roll of Library Advocates.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB153/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4853b764e75452558525789b00461c6b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334888,"bill_number":"HB156","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6, Title 8, Title 12, And Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Various Fees And Taxes Charged By The Secretary Of State.","description":"This bill returns most fees and taxes charged by the Secretary of State to their pre December 31, 2009 rates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Revenue & Finance Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Revenue & Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB156/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9eb36ad14d712deb8525789b00558096?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334891,"bill_number":"SB99","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Identification Of Victims And Witnesses In Criminal Proceedings.","description":"This Act increases the privacy protection of crime victims and witnesses by permitting, while not requiring, the use of initials or pseudonyms in law-enforcement reports and court documents. Due to the increasing accessibility of such documents online, victims and witnesses are increasingly subject embarrassment, harassment or even threats due to their involvement in the criminal justice process.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB99/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6f8d20b83429a56785257885005698e6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334899,"bill_number":"SB98","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Insurance And The Requirement Of Coverage For Certain Immunizations And Preventive Services.","description":"Under the new Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) it requires that private health plans cover evidence-based preventive services and immunization. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act has recommended vaccinations, health screenings and children’s wellness visits, must be covered for all new health plans starting with plan years beginning on or after Sept. 23, 2010 This ACT will bring Delaware in line with the requirements of PPACA and provide the Delaware Insurance Department with regulatory and enforcement authority over carriers as respects to immunizations.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-09-23","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-09-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB98/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0a5191efce5f6ec68525786a00701d00?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334900,"bill_number":"SB101","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of Bethany Beach, An Act To Re-incorporate The Town Of Bethany Beach, Relating To Election Notices And Records And Candidate Qualifications.","description":"This is a \"house-keeping\" amendment to the municipal charter of the Town of Bethany Beach to make the charter consistent with the provisions of the state Municipal Election statute by requiring the town to include the qualifications to vote and information about obtaining absentee ballots in election notices and by requiring the town to keep election ballots and records for at least thirty days or until any pending disputes are resolved. This amendment clarifies that individuals who are absent from the town or unable to appear in person may use an absentee ballot. Additionally, this amendment requires freeholders running for office to be freeholders in the town for six months prior to an election date.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB101/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ba963d7a302bf8e9852578850056d10b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334902,"bill_number":"SJR5","title":"Establishing A Governor Appointed Independent Council To Evaluate State Services And To Develop A Five Year Plan To Restructure And Reorganize State Government.","description":"This Joint Resolution directs an Independent Council established by the Governor to prioritize the projects and services provided by the State to use in developing a five year plan to restructure and reorganize State Government. The Council is further directed to provide these recommendations to the General Assembly and the Governor by the first day of the General Assembly session in 2012.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR5/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/60845702e6c9dd098525781c006a6778?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":334908,"bill_number":"HCR17","title":"Celebrating The 100th Anniversary Of The Delaware Nurses Association And Recognizing Its 100 Years Of Commitment And Service To Professional Nurses In The State Of Delaware.","description":"This resolution celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Delaware Nurses Association and recognizes its 100 years of commitment and service to professional nurses in the state of Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 18 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 3 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR17/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e4e1cacd070982ce8525788d0068474b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335184,"bill_number":"HR17","title":"Proclaiming June 6-12, 2011 As Automotive Service Professionals Week In Delaware.","description":"This House Resolution proclaims June 6-12, 2011 as Automotive Service Professionals Week in Delaware.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR17/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f5c0fe7efb98100a85257876005945b0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335190,"bill_number":"HB161","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Prohibition Of The Denial Of Coverage For Pre-existing Conditions In Children Under The Age Of Nineteen.","description":"This Act amends Title 18 to prohibit the denial of coverage to children under the age of 19 due to pre-existing conditions.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB161/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4629facc233907618525786900483c5d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335193,"bill_number":"HB160","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Supplemental Coverage For Children Of Insureds.","description":"This Act changes provisions for supplemental health insurance coverage for children of insureds, raising the age children may be covered by their parent’s or parents’ health insurance to the age of 26. The provisions of this Act shall have no force or effect if the health care bill passed by Congress and signed by the President of the United States in 2010 is declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court of the United States of America.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-29","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB160/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d303c008deadc543852578690075f17f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335195,"bill_number":"SB108","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Workers' Compensation And Payments For Injuries Or Death And Incidental Benefits.","description":"Section 1 of this Bill would ensure that Delaware medical providers do not take advantage of the section of the statute that allows for the “greater of” clause by opening a facility across state lines to perform procedures on patients that could be performed in state to collect higher fees. At the same time, the Bill preserves the original intent of the statute, which allows an injured worker to receive specialized treatment outside the state. Section 2 of the Bill provides for medical provider’s (physician) report to serve as the triggering event for the completion of the employer’s report of modified-duty availability.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-17","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB108/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9818af7a8da550bc852578a200624f60?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335199,"bill_number":"SB111","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Interscholastic Athletics Association.","description":"The Act requires the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA) to adopt regulations regarding the appropriate recognition and management of student athletes exhibiting signs and symptoms consistent with a concussion during practices, scrimmages and interscholastic contests. It also requires the signing of an informational sheet by students and their parents or guardians. This Act is limited to member schools of the DIAA.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-30","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB111/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2a1b18b7af1f88a685257886007523f0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335203,"bill_number":"HB162","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Domestic Surplus Lines Insurers.","description":"This Act makes two changes to Delaware’s surplus lines insurance: First, this Act allows surplus lines insurers who are domesticated in Delaware to write surplus lines insurance in Delaware. Currently, such insurers are not allowed to write surplus lines insurance in Delaware. A domestic surplus lines insurer would have to prove adequate solvency and be approved by the Insurance Commissioner. Allowing Delaware domestic surplus lines insurers to write insurance in Delaware could attract new companies to domesticate in Delaware. Secondly, the Act will also expand the market of surplus lines insurance for Delaware residents, which is particularly beneficial to those with property in the coastal areas of the State. The second provision of the Act makes it clear that surplus lines insurers, including the domestic surplus lines insurer established herein, are exempt from rate and form filings. This would codify the current practice of exempting surplus lines insurers from rate and form filings.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB162/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/be9c1954dcc4a790852578860069d865?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335205,"bill_number":"SB96","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Parks And Recreation Council.","description":"This bill updates the code to define eligible members of the Parks and Recreation Council appointed by the Governor. When the Parks and Recreation Council was created, the former Recreation Advisory Council was eliminated; this legislation would eliminate extraneous references to that defunct council. Further, the Bi-State Advisory Council for the White Clay Creek Preserve expired on December 31, 2010 by mutual agreement of Delaware and Pennsylvania. The ex-officio’s seat formerly held by a representative of that group would now become a gubernatorial appointment from the related disciplines listed above in subsection (2). This section would also clarify that affiliation with a State Park friends organization may be a qualification for appointment.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB96/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6828a42eacf0460c8525788d005d9872?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335206,"bill_number":"HB163","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 326, Volume 67 And Chapter 353, Volume 72 Of The Laws Of Delaware And Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Hazardous Substance Cleanup Act.","description":"This Act eliminates the sunset provisions of the Delaware Hazardous Substance Cleanup Act. The Hazardous Substance Cleanup Act was enacted by the General Assembly in 1990 and re-authorized in 2000. During its time, the Act has enabled the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to assist with the clean-up of 21 federal Superfund sites and 204 state-led sites, contribute to the revitalization of 155 Brownfield properties, and close 187 leaking underground storage tank locations. The Act also supports emergency response efforts for hazardous chemical spills. This Act removes the sunset provisions relating to the Act. The ten-year sunset provisions for the financing of the Hazardous Substance Cleanup Fund would be retained with a new sunset date in 2022. In addition, the exemption for transactions among petroleum wholesalers enacted in 2007, which is currently scheduled to expire on January 1, 2015, would be extended indefinitely.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB163/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/401223c3caf84415852578a3005b2c4d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335207,"bill_number":"SB112","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Supportive Instruction.","description":"This Bill empowers the Department of Education to adopt rules and regulations regarding eligibility for supportive instruction and which also provide for the identification of licensed professionals authorized to certify eligibility for supportive instruction.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB112/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/fc7fafb504d871c7852578a10065d4f4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335214,"bill_number":"SB106","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Registration Of Vehicles","description":"This Act creates a special license plate for Flyers Charities which will help raise both money and awareness for the charity’s philanthropic activities in Delaware. The threshold for license plates is lowered from 200 to 100 by this bill, in order to allow the Comcast-Spectacor Foundation to gain a stronger charitable presence in Delaware. Past beneficiaries of the charity include but are not limited to – Penn Hospice at Rittenhouse, Rodney Street Tennis & Tutoring Association, YMCA, Firefly Literacy Fund, Virtua Foundation, Foundation for Melanoma Research, Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis & Education Center, Ed Snider Youth Hockey Foundation, and Living Beyond Breast Cancer","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB106/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/82f90c4bd106a7b18525784c00663309?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335221,"bill_number":"SB107","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Registration Of Vehicles.","description":"This Bill provides for a special Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition license plate. It also includes a remittance to the Coalition of $100 per initial application to further awareness of and early detection of breast cancer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB107/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4741ba11c945887c8525784c0066f4c7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335222,"bill_number":"SB109","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 19 Of Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Regulation Of Surplus Lines Insurance.","description":"On July 21, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. Contained in its entirety within this legislation was the Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act of 2010, referred to as the NRRA. The NRRA places surplus lines taxation, regulatory and licensing authority under the exclusive oversight of the home state of the insured, so that multi-state policies would have premiums taxed in just one state. Along with certain other regulatory requirements for nonadmitted insurance, the NRRA compels the establishment of nationwide uniform requirements, forms, and procedures, such as an interstate compact or agreement, that provide for the reporting, payment, collection, and allocation of premium taxes among the states. The States have 330 days from the date of enactment of the NRRA to adopt and implement the compact or otherwise establish allocation procedures. This bill describes the requirements of the NRRA and amends Chapter 19 of Title 18, Delaware’s current surplus lines law, to bring the Delaware Code into compliance with those requirements. Section 1 of the bill creates Subchapter I pertaining to findings regarding the implementation of the NRRA, establishment of single-state regulatory and taxing authority, authorization for participation in an interstate cooperative compact or agreement related to regulation of nonadmitted insurance and the collection, allocation, and distribution of premium tax; establishment of a committee to study the fiscal impact of entering into an interstate agreement; adoption of definitions found in the NRRA; and the exclusion of certain lines of business from the provisions of the chapter. Section 2 of the bill creates Subchapter II pertaining to placement and regulation of surplus lines insurance through licensed surplus lines brokers or by insureds who independently procure coverage; conditions for export of coverage; authorization for the Insurance Commissioner to set diligent search requirements; certain procedural requirements for surplus lines brokers; definition and provisions for streamlined application for certain commercial insureds; endorsement of contract and required disclosure statement ensuring that the insured is aware that the surplus lines policy is placed with a company not under the jurisdiction of the Insurance Department and no guaranty fund coverage is available; allowance for delayed surplus lines licensing if Delaware is the home state of the insured; mandated use of the NAIC national producer database for licensing; and certain records and reports required from surplus lines brokers. Section 3 amends sections of Chapter 19 pertaining to surplus lines premium tax to provide that 100% of the premium for all policies written on home state insureds, whether single-state or multi-state, is considered Delaware premium for tax purposes; provide for the payment of premium tax on independently procured nonadmitted insurance; and provide for penalties for noncompliance with tax filing requirements. Section 4 creates Subchapter III pertaining to the eligibility and regulation of nonadmitted insurers as specified in the NRRA including clarification that surplus lines insurance is exempt from rate and form approval and stating criteria for withdrawal of eligibility. Section 4 also adds a section creating the company type of Delaware domestic surplus lines insurers that are admitted insurers permitted to write surplus lines policies on Delaware risks if they are sufficiently solvent, their board of directors allows it, and the Insurance Commissioner approves. Section 5 creates Subchapter IV providing for miscellaneous material such as applicability, alteration, and repeal of this law; renaming the law; providing for penalties; and declaring urgency of enactment due to the 330 day requirement in the NRRA.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-16","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB109/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4b20a041c3bc38fc85257893004a795a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335223,"bill_number":"SB114","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Registration Of Births, Deaths, Marriages, Divorces, Annulments And Adoptions.","description":"This Act changes the age for the State Registrar of Vital Statistics report from 16 years of age to 18 years of age to bring this section into conformity with legislation passed in the 145th General Assembly.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB114/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/79b5cc5ff1285e5e85257880004ba017?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335228,"bill_number":"HB158","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 3 And 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Water Allocation Permits And Licenses, Or Permits To Construct, Extend, Or Operate An Irrigation Well Or Surface Water Intake.","description":"This bill transfers from the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to the Department of Agriculture the control of procedures for the issuance of water allocation permits that reserve the right of permit holders to use 20 acre-inches of water per year, but not more than 10 acre-inches per month from an irrigation well or surface water intake on farms or farmlands in the State. The Secretary of Agriculture shall also establish procedures for the issuance of licenses or permits to construct, extend, or operate an irrigation well or surface water intake on any farm or farmland in the State. The Secretary of Agriculture shall chair an advisory oversight committee whose members will oversee irrigation well and surface water intake procedures, including the issuance of licenses and permits.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-17","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB158/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d0e76e444e6093148525788d006545e6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335229,"bill_number":"SB113","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Regulation Of Vehicle Speeds In School Zones.","description":"This bill clarifies the definition of “when children are present,” as used on signage indicating a reduced speed school zone, to ensure that the speed limitation is in effect at appropriate times. The revised definition would ensure that the speed restriction would be in effect at times during the school day, as well as before and after the school day, when children are physically present along the roadway.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB113/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/062f953d24f947e0852578a3004b35de?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335232,"bill_number":"HB166","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Realty Transfer Tax.","description":"This bill exempts the half of the State realty transfer tax for first-time home buyers. This bill also allows the Department of Finance to adopt rules and regulations for an affidavit to state the names and professional license number of the real estate brokers, salespersons, or other licensed professional receiving commission money. This will enhance the ability of the Department of Finance to collect income taxes due on the commission money, particularly from non-residents.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (APPROPRIATIONS) in House with 2 Favorable, 3 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB166/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/02dbfa42210cd66f852578a30078ec29?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335233,"bill_number":"SB110","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of Georgetown Relating To The Power To Borrow Money And Issue Bonds And Other Obligations.","description":"This Act would amend the Charter of the Town of Georgetown to enable the borrowing from a Federal or State source if the interest rate on such borrowing is fixed at zero (0%) percent and the borrowing comes with one hundred (100%) percent forgiveness of principal upon successful completion of the project financed with funds borrowed without the requirement of a referendum or special election.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB110/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3efcfd4c50f562a8852578a10062ee9b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335238,"bill_number":"HB164","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The State Employees' Pension Plan.","description":"This bill permits employees who are 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 higher employee contribution rate. The bill is subject to a Private Letter Ruling by the Internal Revenue Service. If approved those employees would begin paying a higher contribution rate the first of the following year after the approval. Employees may begin to retire under this provision once they have been contributing under the new provisions for two years.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-11","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB164/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8467fab41e7208fb852578a1006cc394?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335247,"bill_number":"HB165","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Medical Practice Act And The Board Of Medical Licensure And Discipline.","description":"This bill clarifies that the duty of physicians and health care facilities to report under this paragraph is to report changes that result in the partial or full removal of a physician’s hospital privileges as the result of adverse events, unprofessional conduct or competency issues and not to report changes that enhance or add to the physician’s privileges.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB165/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c25ab54dac5bd659852578a20061f6e5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335249,"bill_number":"HB159","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Compensation Commission And Changing It To An Advisory Commission Known As The Delaware Salary Survey Commission.","description":"This bill changes the name of the Delaware Compensation Commission to the Delaware Salary Survey Commission. The salary recommendation report issued every four years is an advisory report which does not bind the Governor, the General Assembly, or the Joint Finance Committee. Offices presently covered by the Compensation Commission are expected to generally receive the same pay raises received by general State employees. The Delaware Salary Survey Commission’s reports will be available in case market conditions require adjustments in compensation for those positions covered in the report (such market condition adjustments only being made through the budget or legislative process).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB159/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e5384927f7d3f0fa852578a3006350a0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335317,"bill_number":"SB115","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Regulatory Provisions Governing Licenses.","description":"This Bill continues the process of updating the Liquor Control Act to make it more modern and consumer-friendly. The Bill allows package stores to open at 8:00 a.m., instead of 9:00 a.m. on days other than Sundays and allows package stores to open at 11:00 a.m. on Sundays instead of noon. All of these changes reflect consumer demand for convenient shopping hours.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Assigned to Small Business Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Small Business","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB115/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/22c2621cfdfcb4ab852578a3006c5d67?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335319,"bill_number":"HB167","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Manufactured Home Communities And The Delaware Manufactured Home Relocation Trust Fund.","description":"This Act clarifies the right of the Relocation Trust Authority to recover, following proper notice, delinquent assessments, interest, court costs, and reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses related to enforcement of payment by a landlord of required assessments.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB167/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5ceac624738f7db3852578a100649e30?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335327,"bill_number":"SB117","title":"An Act To Facilitate The Acquisition And Preservation Of Agricultural Lands By Young Farmers.","description":"Delaware has implemented a successful agricultural lands preservation program under which Preservation easements have been acquired to permanently protect over 100,000 acres or approximately 20% of Delaware’s available farmland. To carry on Delaware’s agricultural legacy and maintain agriculture as a leading component of Delaware’s economy there is a need to facilitate the acquisition of farmlands by Delaware’s younger generation of farmers. The loan program established by this legislation serves the dual purpose of permanently protecting farmland through Preservation easements and providing to younger farmers the much needed equity basis for obtaining commercial loans by providing favorable subordinated loans from the Foundation to make the farmland purchases. The value of the Preservation easement obtained by the Foundation in return for the program loan would be greater than the program loan amount, thus protecting the interests of the State even if a default in repayment of the program loan occurs. When the program loans are repaid at the end of the loan term or sooner, the monies are reinvested in the program to provide further loans and permanently preserve additional farmland.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB117/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/371357440defbadc852578a30055550c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335336,"bill_number":"HB169","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Kent County.","description":"This Act eliminates the current Board of Assessment in Kent County and establishes a Board of Assessment Review. The Board of Assessment Review will consist of seven members that are paid per meeting as opposed to a salary and will perform those functions as established by Levy Court as well as those functions provided in the Code. The newly established Board of Assessment Review will oversee the appeals process and make additions, alterations or corrections concerning any assessment of property subject to taxation by the County. The Department of Finance shall exercise the assessment functions previously assigned to the Board of Assessment, which include making the initial assessment of property, maintaining appropriate records, and certifying to the County government the total value of all property in the County and the total value of all property assessed and subject to taxation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB169/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/25d441aadd3dc2fe852578540045a142?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335342,"bill_number":"SB116","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Bailiffs And Judicial Assistants.","description":"This bill would grant bailiffs, judicial assistants and court security officers powers incident to a peace officer exercisable in any courthouse or property maintained or used as a courthouse within the state.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB116/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/53143bdf19b7e1ac8525788e006a70d6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335350,"bill_number":"SJR6","title":"Creating A Citizens Advisory Council For White Clay Creek State Park.","description":"This Joint Resolution creates a Citizens Advisory Council for White Clay Creek State Park.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Assigned to Natural Resources & Environmental Control Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Natural Resources & Environmental Control","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR6/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/12d438279f9a65258525789600454301?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335353,"bill_number":"HB168","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Driving A Vehicle While Under The Influence.","description":"This Act strengthens criminal penalties for Driving Under the Influence (“DUI”). The window during which a second offense qualifies for enhanced penalties is increased from five to ten years and the window for a third offense to be considered a felony is removed altogether. The minimum sentences for felony level offenses are established in a stepwise fashion to provide increased sanctions for each subsequent offense. The Act allows the Court to suspend up to half of the minimum sentence for felony offenders but requires that in such instances the offender must participate in a program which includes intensive treatment as well as drug and alcohol abstinence for not less than 90 consecutive days. The Act requires the use of transdermal monitoring devices to ensure the period of alcohol abstinence. This Act provides for a “single track” for DUI cases wherein only one trial is required for misdemeanor DUI offenders; the trial will occur in the Court of Common Pleas. The Act clarifies that Ignition Interlock Devices (“IID”) are required for all offenders with an alcohol concentration of .15 or more, and for those who refused a chemical test. The Act further clarifies the admissibility of chemical test reports and evidence in administrative license revocation hearings. The Act also makes various amendments to harmonize existing provisions with prior amendments.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB168/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/97c5defeeb934660852578a20055b6fa?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335354,"bill_number":"HB170","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Group And Blanket Health Insurance Requiring Insurers To Offer To Otherwise-eligible Employees Mini-cobra Coverage In Small-employer Plans.","description":"This Act allows qualified individuals who are covered by Small Employer plans to continue their coverage at their own cost, for up to nine (9) months after termination of coverage. The provisions of this Act shall have no force or effect if the Health Care bill passed by Congress and signed by the President of the United States of America in 2010 is declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court of the United States of America or the provisions addressed by this Act are preempted by federal law on January 1, 2014, whichever first occurs.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB170/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f4080faccf89640785257869004acd36?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335365,"bill_number":"HR19","title":"Recognizing The 125th Anniversary Of Goldey-beacom College.","description":"This resolution recognizes the 125th anniversary of Goldey-Beacom College.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR19/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c035d9c7cd2401bc852578a3006b55b5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335455,"bill_number":"HB179","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Construction Of Water And Irrigation Wells.","description":"Section 1 of this bill raises the limit of the exemption from the newspaper advertising and hearing requirements for water well construction permit applications to 1,000,000 gallons per day under normal operations. Section 2 of this bill changes the criteria for irrigation wells that are subject to public notice requirements and waives the public notice requirements for replacement irrigation wells that have previously received a permit and been publicly noticed. This will allow the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to issue irrigation well construction permits, during the growing season, in a more expeditious manner. A delay in issuance of irrigation well construction permits can ruin an entire growing season’s crop and the resultant economic impact can be significant.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-06-09","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB179/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/04eb42aa473e64b0852578a3006cea20?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335460,"bill_number":"SB119","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Regarding A Special Election For Representative In Congress.","description":"If enacted this bill would bring the State into compliance with the Military and Overseas Voters Empowerment Act by giving the Departments of Elections sufficient time to prepare and send ballots to military and overseas voters at least 45 days before the day of the Special Election and give the Departments of Elections capability to run the Special Election in an efficient manner.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-29","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB119/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e96c55971844b2dd8525788600607319?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335477,"bill_number":"HB178","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Commodity Taxes.","description":"This bill eliminates the taxing disparity between moist snuff and “other tobacco products,” not including cigarettes. It also raises the tax rate from 15% to 68% of the wholesale price, and designates tax revenue over $3.5 million to The Delaware Health Fund. This bill does not affect taxes on cigarettes. This bill attempts to make moist snuff and other tobacco products less attractive to minors by making them more expensive, as well as designating a new funding source for The Delaware Health Fund, which promotes preventive care for Delawareans in order to detect and avoid adverse health conditions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-09","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Revenue & Finance Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-09","committee":"Revenue & Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB178/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8628622d1511e561852578a2007add2b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335478,"bill_number":"SB118","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Regarding The Presidential Primary And For Other Associated Purposes.","description":"If enacted this Bill would bring the State into compliance with the Military and Overseas Voters Empowerment Act by giving the Departments of Elections sufficient time to prepare and send ballots to military and overseas voters at least 45 days before the day of the Presidential Primary, give all voter more time to change their political party affiliation before the Presidential Primary and give the Departments of Elections capability to run the Presidential Primary in a more efficient manner. The bill also provides voter sufficient time to change their political party affiliation following a presidential primary by moving the beginning of the closed period for party changes to the last Saturday in May.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB118/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4bd36ce0041b26de85257886005f13be?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335484,"bill_number":"SB4","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Members Of The General Assembly And Statewide Elected Officials.","description":"This Act requires members of the General Assembly and statewide elected officials to disclose all separate income and the hours worked in separate employment during days when they perform official duties. It also requires documentation of any reduction in compensation for the official’s separate employment, or a declaration that their compensation has not been reduced.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Administration","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB4/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6c617c8fb94e73f9852578a10070c03e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335494,"bill_number":"HB180","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Electricians And Electrical Contractors.","description":"This bill creates a journeyperson electrician and apprentice electrician license. Additionally, the bill eliminates the exception that allows for unlicensed persons to perform electrical work under the supervision of electricians licensed under Chapter 14, Title 24 of the Delaware Code.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-26","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB180/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bc14f0d092e5d62485257823004cf9e7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335499,"bill_number":"HB177","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Expungement.","description":"This bill deals with the expungement of juvenile records of arrest and adjudications of delinquency and would become effective on January 1, 2012. Section 1015 sets out the procedure for filing an expungement petition and Section 1016 defines terms used in this subpart. Section 1017 sets out situations where the Family Court must grant an expungement petition: (1) Where a juvenile was charged with a misdemeanor and the charges were dismissed or not prosecuted or the child was acquitted and the child has no prior or subsequent adjudications/convictions and no charges pending; (2) Where juvenile charged with felony offense that was resolved via dismissal, non-prosecution, or acquittal and the child has no prior or subsequent adjudications/convictions and more than one year has passed since the case was resolved; (3) Where the juvenile has one adjudication of delinquency for any offense other than a violent felony or a sex offense, and the child has no subsequent or prior adjudications/convictions, and three years have passed since the adjudication was entered. The Attorney General’s office will not be notified of any petitions under this section. Section 1018 gives the court discretion to grant expungement in some cases if the Court finds that the continued existence and dissemination of information about the juvenile charges and/or adjudication would work a manifest injustice. The Attorney General’s Office is notified of these petitions and made a party to the case and has the opportunity to oppose the petition and/or appeal the Family Court’s decision. The circumstances when a petition for discretionary expungement may be presented are as follows: (1) Child is charged with felony offense and the case is terminated in favor of the child, provided the child has no prior or subsequent adjudications/convictions and less than one year has passed since the case was resolved; (2) Child has a single adjudication of delinquency for a misdemeanor sex offense, no prior or subsequent adjudications/convictions, and at least three years have passed since the adjudication of delinquency was entered; (3) Child has 2 adjudications of delinquency for misdemeanor offense, no prior or subsequent record and at least five years have passed since the second adjudication was entered in Family Court; (4) petitioner has one adjudication of delinquency for a violent felony or sex offense (except rape 1st or 2nd degree, robbery 1st degree or burglary 1st degree), no other record and more than five years have passed since the adjudication of delinquency was entered. Section 1019 provides that expunged records may be made available to law enforcement investigating criminal activity or where a person has applied for a job in law enforcement or to determine if a person is eligible to participate in a First Offenders, Probation Before Judgment, or other Court diversion program. It is otherwise unlawful to disclose the existence of an expunged record. Section 1020 provides for notice to the federal government of any expungement granted under the foregoing procedures.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB177/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/25780827fe774921852578a3006895e5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335500,"bill_number":"HB176","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Freedom Of Information Act.","description":"This bill clarifies that the term “public record” as it appears in the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) includes information collected or compiled by a State agency regarding the hours worked in a merit position held by an elected official who is also a State merit system employee. ‘Information collected or compiled’ includes but is not limited to electronic-swipe and other time-clock documents that record when an employee enters or exits the workplace.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-09","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-09","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB176/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7094d510cc0696ad852578a8006092fa?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335518,"bill_number":"HB172","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of Millville, Chapter 278, Volume 72, Laws Of Delaware, As Amended, Entitled \"an Act To Reincorporate The Town Of Millville\" To Amend Paragraph (a)(30) Of Section 31, Enumeration Of Powers.","description":"This amendment to the Charter of the Town of Millville is intended to revise the limit on the taxes that may be levied and collected on real estate and the improvements thereon in a given year to no more than 3% of the total assessed value. Currently the Charter’s limit is $250,000. The Town’s current tax rate of .5%, in light of its prior growth, has the Town at the limit. By substituting a percentage, rather than a specific dollar figure, the Town will be able to accommodate its future and projected growth and the necessary budgetary adjustments, without having to request additional amendments to the Charter.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB172/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bea88ef68f670e90852578a9006beb3d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335526,"bill_number":"HB182","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 24 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Licensure Of Home Inspectors.","description":"This Act regulates the practice of inspecting homes by requiring certain licensure qualifications for home inspectors practicing in this State. The Act establishes the Board of Home Inspectors, which acts as the governing body over the practice of home inspection in Delaware. Pursuant to the Act, the Board is given the authority to, among other things, formulate rules and regulations implementing or clarifying this Act, evaluate the credentials of all applicants seeking to be licensed as a home inspector, granting/renewing licenses, and assisting in disciplinary hearings. The Act applies the Administrative Procedures Act to the Board of Home Inspectors. The Act states the qualifications that must be met by each applicant to become licensed within the State, including the passing of a written, standardized exam and the satisfying of certain good character requirements. The Act provides for the issuing of temporary licenses to home inspectors from other states, the granting of reciprocity to home inspectors from other states, and the establishing of a home inspector “trainee” status. The Act provides a grandfathering clause for practitioners that have been practicing for at least 5 years. The Act states the disciplinary procedures and penalties for those violating the provisions of this Act. Certain exceptions to the licensing requirements contained herein are also set forth in the Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-06","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB182/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/03fc5beb56de9985852578540053c78c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335528,"bill_number":"HB181","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To State Taxes On Telegraph And Telephone Companies.","description":"This Act provides a credit against the tax on telephone lines and transmitters that is measured as a percentage of the capital investment made in Delaware by a taxpayer and its affiliates, and provides the credit shall not be treated as an unforeseen change in a service provider’s costs of providing telecommunications services. The Act also repeals the tax on telephone lines and transmitters after 2013.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB181/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f42df179c912ebf8852578aa005d62e8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335533,"bill_number":"HB174","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Vehicular Assault And Vehicular Homicide.","description":"This Act establishes a new crime, Vehicular Assault in the Third Degree, to cover situations where an individual causes injury to another person as a result of criminally negligent driving. The Act strengthens criminal penalties for Vehicular Assault in the Second Degree, Vehicular Homicide in the Second Degree, Vehicular Homicide in the First Degree and Criminally Negligent Homicide. This Act also brings into accord the penalties for Vehicular Homicide in the Second Degree and Criminally Negligent Homicide. These amendments provide sentencing courts wide latitude in crafting appropriate sentences for those who cause injury and death on Delaware roadways.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB174/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1907206b929ff521852578a200568551?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335538,"bill_number":"HB171","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To A Semi-monthly Method Of Payment Of State Officials And Employees.","description":"This bill restores the semi-monthly pay system for State officials and employees. The current bi-weekly payroll system creates a 27th pay period in 2011, effectively costing the taxpayers $54,000,000 in pay beyond the specified salaries of State officials and employees. This calendar problem will recur approximately every 9 years unless corrected.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-09","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-09","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB171/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ebf02fa4b28ca45585257886006bb795?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335555,"bill_number":"HB173","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To New Castle County And Sewer Systems.","description":"This Act requires that for any residence that the government of New Castle County or any agent or representative thereof in any capacity or form (County) deems that installation of a grinder pump or any other sewage pump or waste management device shall be necessary in conjunction with or in relation to the New Castle County Sewer Rehabilitation Project, the County shall pay any expenses, costs, and fees of any form related to maintenance and/or operation of such pump or device and any replacement thereof in perpetuity.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-17","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB173/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5c0c8a8bb372b0a8852578a100757f4e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335557,"bill_number":"HB175","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 462, Volume 77, Of The Laws Of Delaware Relating To The Board Of Chiropractic.","description":"This bill relates to the Board of Chiropractic and makes two changes to House Substitute No. 1 for House Bill No. 435, as amended by House Amendments Nos. 1 and 2, of the 145th General Assembly, signed into law on July 30, 2010. Section 1 simplifies the process of calculating the cost sharing charged to patients for chiropractic care. Section 2 changes the effective date from July 1, 2011 to January 1, 2012.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB175/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7ee5c8aab606b410852578a9007ad3ee?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335564,"bill_number":"SB121","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Location At Which Sheriff Sales May Be Conducted In Kent County.","description":"The Sheriff’s Office is no longer located in Kent County Courthouse. This Bill permits Sheriff sales to be conducted at the Sheriff’s Office.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB121/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2a9aeb8ed02eb040852578a80062e1de?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335806,"bill_number":"HB190","title":"An Act Making Appropriations For The Expense Of The State Government For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2012; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; And Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions.","description":"This Bill is the Fiscal Year 2012 Appropriation Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB190/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0cd9d2a4b21d5a0c852578a2006af26e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335818,"bill_number":"HB184","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Powers And Duties Of The Government Of Kent County.","description":"This bill protects the taxpayers of the municipalities in Kent County from having to pay County taxes related to the cost of services already provided by the municipalities and funded by municipal taxes. The bill is modeled after New Castle County's statutes which have been in effect since 1967.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB184/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ee391707a1bfbf78852578170076e0dc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335823,"bill_number":"SB129","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Coyotes.","description":"Coyotes are becoming more of a problem in Delaware as their population continues to increase. This Act would designate the coyote as wildlife which is not protected in Delaware.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB129/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2537803d4f4aaad4852578a20070c4d9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335824,"bill_number":"SB123","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Professional Engineers.","description":"This Bill corrects some incorrect references to subsections, limits the number of times an applicant can take the licensing exam before having to re-apply for the examination and provide evidence of additional education or experience; permits the investigation of anonymous complaints, and describes the protections offered to individuals who serve on Council or its committees.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB123/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e380ffacdf2452b9852578aa006d9544?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335840,"bill_number":"SB131","title":"An Act To Amend Title 28 , Chapters 11, 15 And 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Charitable Gaming.","description":"This Bill implements recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee following its review of the Gaming Control Board. The Bill: 1) Changes the name of the Gaming Control Board to the Board of Charitable Gaming. 2) Gives the Board authority to regulate third party vendors to determine licensure suitability, to include a criminal background check similar to Texas Hold ‘Em dealers and proof of a valid Delaware business license. 3) Changes the member designation of the Board to include the State Lottery Office Director or his designee to bring knowledge and experience in matters of gaming and a member representing a non-profit/charitable organization. 4) Allows for the State Lottery Office to transfer funds to the Division of Professional Regulation to hire contractual investigators to conduct inspections and investigations. 5) Requires the Board to conduct public hearings pursuant to the Administrative Procedures Act for adopting regulations. 6) Clarifies the definition of “charitable gaming.” 7) Allows for members of the Board whose terms expire to continue to participate in meetings until replaced by the Governor.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB131/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ae2c581206bc6978852578a900779148?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335849,"bill_number":"HJR3","title":"Establishing A Communications Tax Review Group To Study And Make Recommendations For Improving Delaware's Tax Laws Applicable To Communications Providers.","description":"This House Joint Resolution establishes a Communications Tax Review Group to study and make recommendations for improving Delaware's taxes and fees applicable to communications providers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR3/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/97c918640a6ce4ec852578a900693748?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335851,"bill_number":"HB183","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Contract Bidding And Free Public Schools.","description":"The intent of this Act is to promote competitive bidding for public school contracts. Competitive bidding benefits the public school and the public, generally, as it promotes better quality bidding and, consequently, thereby promotes more efficient and economical use of public funds. This Act furthers this goal by providing a losing bidder for a contract with a qualitative assessment, when requested, of the specific reasons that a bid was denied so that such losing bidder understands how to improve its bid when the awarded contract is about to later expire and new bids are to be solicited. Specifically, this Act accomplishes this goal by permitting an unsuccessful bidder to request an explanation of the reason(s) that a public school district did not award a contract to that bidder. For example, if the bidder was not the lowest bid for the contract, the Notification would indicate that there was a lower bid. By way of additional example, if the bidder was the lowest bid but was deemed to not be responsible due to the bidder’s record of poor performance on past projects, the Notification would so indicate.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Education Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB183/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d49a24c23078ddf0852578a1006e4726?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335853,"bill_number":"HCR18","title":"Recognizing June 15, 2011, As Delaware Elder Abuse Awareness Day.","description":"This House Concurrent Resolution recognizes June 15, 2011, as Delaware Elder Abuse Awareness Day.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR18/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b08890c2fa10970b8525788500548b2e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335858,"bill_number":"SB133","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Compensation For Innocent Victims Of Violent Crimes.","description":"This bill is the result of recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee and would clarify and extend the coverage of the Victims’ Compensation Assistance Program. It clarifies the criteria for reopening cases, and distinguishes cases where payments have been made from cases where claims were denied. It eliminates the limitation on child victims of sexual assault and abuse requiring that the perpetrator be an adult. The Agency is given discretion to allow claims not filed within one year, where barring such claims would be unreasonable. The exception to the requirement of a prompt police report is extended to domestic violence cases. Victims of federal crimes occurring in other jurisdictions who have a Delaware domicile are made eligible for compensation. The qualifying offenses involving motor vehicles are clarified and broadened to include all those involving the act of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, as well as Vehicular Homicide, Vehicular Assault, and Operation of a Motor Vehicle Causing Death. Those eligible victims who are totally disabled or sustain a permanent injury may receive compensation up to $50,000, eliminating the previous requirement of “permanent and total disability”.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB133/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/51a4f727e4216c7c852578a90075ebf5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335860,"bill_number":"SB122","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Division Of Professional Regulation.","description":"This Bill authorizes any board, commission, committee or council listed in Section 8735(a) of Title 29 to delegate to the Director of the Division of Professional Regulation, or a designee, the administrative authority to issue permits and licenses to individuals and organizations in accordance with written criteria agreed upon by any such body and the Director. The Bill will render the issuance of permits and licenses more efficient, will retain control over licensed professions and activities in the entities authorized to regulate them, and is consistent with authority granted previously to the Director with regard to bingo and charitable gambling events.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB122/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ba426e6795c5ade0852578a300670197?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335866,"bill_number":"SB126","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 9, 22, And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Review And Certification Of Comprehensive Plans And The Role Of The Cabinet Committee On State Planning Issues And The Office Of State Planning Coordination.","description":"This bill clarifies the process by which the state shall review and certify county and municipal comprehensive plans. It also corrects several inconsistencies in the Code that have been created over the years as the state’s land use laws have changed and evolved. The bill would eliminate the Governor’s Advisory Council on Planning Coordination and transfer its responsibilities to the Cabinet Committee on State Planning Issues and the Office of State Planning Coordination. In addition, the bill would (1) change to July 1 the deadline by which counties and municipalities must provide annual reports to OSPC, so that information can be included in the Cabinet Committee’s annual report prepared in October; (2) permit (but not require) the Cabinet Committee to develop guidelines for such annual reports; (3) authorize the Cabinet Committee to extend the deadline for counties and municipalities to submit comprehensive plans; and (4) explicitly authorizes OSPC to prepare the State Strategies for Policies and Spending document and maps.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB126/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8d6a1306ebfdce9c852578a8005c36b0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335867,"bill_number":"SB125","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 80, Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Taxation Of Interest On Bonds And Notes Issued By The Sustainable Energy Utility.","description":"This Act establishes a State income tax exemption for interest earned on bonds and notes issued by the Sustainable Energy Utility.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB125/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4ac517b5193a4dfa852578af00526677?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335868,"bill_number":"SB132","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Child Care Act.","description":"This bill is a result of recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee and establishes a Provider Advisory Board. This Board shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Office of Child Care Licensing with regard to adopting, promulgating and amending such rules and regulations as are required to carry out the Delaware Child Care Act with respect to Early Care and Education and School Age Centers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB132/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c1374c3a141e4177852578af0061bb6b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335876,"bill_number":"HB188","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Vehicles.","description":"This Bill exempts farm vehicles and trucks traveling to and from a farm, while performing farm operations, from temporary seizure requiring the vehicle to be driven to scales and being subject to forced load discharge at the direction of a police officer.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB188/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ea5c63fa157a572a852578a9006d61bd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335880,"bill_number":"SB134","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Health Insurance.","description":"This bill would amend the insurance code to allow patients to assign their right to receive benefits under their health insurance policies to physicians and other health care providers. In addition, this bill would incorporate the provisions of Section 7.6 of Insurance Department Regulation 1301 into the insurance code.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB134/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1ca557c4a7ad512b852578af00733349?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335882,"bill_number":"HB189","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To A Certain Use Of A Handgun.","description":"This bill allows a hunter to use a handgun in lieu of a shotgun on farms permitted by DNREC through their deer depredation programs to reduce agricultural crop damage.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (AGRICULTURE) in Senate with 1 Favorable, 3 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB189/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/64f9ac379bb835c2852578a9006090e9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335886,"bill_number":"SB120","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21, Chapter 41 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Bicycles.","description":"This Bill would confirm that bicycles may legally operate when proceeding straight in right-turn-only lanes, as well as when operated upon the paved shoulders of the state’s roads and highways. Because many of these shoulders are also used as parts of entrances and turning lanes, the bicyclists are required to use due regard for those conditions in traversing these pavement segments.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB120/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7fce640553f6f9fb852578a80054cd71?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335888,"bill_number":"SB127","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Child Placement Review Act.","description":"This Bill is a result of recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee following its review of the Child Placement Review Board. The Bill incorporates changes in language to more accurately reflect the purpose, powers and duties, and role of the Board, the Executive Committee and the Executive Director.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB127/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/468e24329adadb07852578a90070b328?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335899,"bill_number":"SB128","title":"An Act To Amend Title 23 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Increase Of Fees Charged For Vessel Registrations.","description":"This Bill recognizes the consolidation of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Law-Enforcement Officers under the Office of Community Services. It also directs DNREC and the Office of Management and Budget to develop an action plan/report regarding the salary and retention issues relative to Natural Resources law-enforcement officers. The increased fees collected under the amendments to Title 23 of this Bill create an Appropriated Special Fund for future use to fund increases in Natural Resources law-enforcement officer salaries, subject to approval by the General Assembly.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Amendment SA 1 - Introduced and Placed With the Bill in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB128/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/384fcc3e99c0e9d6852578aa006725fb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335904,"bill_number":"HB186","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Clean Air Act Title V Operating Permit Program.","description":"This legislation reauthorizes the Clean Air Act Title V Operating Program by extending the program until December 31, 2014. The program oversees the state’s largest manufacturing, industrial and commercial sources of air emissions. By law the program sunsets every three years and is subject to review by the Title V Operating Permit Program Advisory Committee. The legislation maintains permit fees for the next three years at the same level as they were during the period 2008 through 2011. The legislation also corrects typographical errors, updates the calendar years covered by the statute and adjusts the categories of emission sources.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB186/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6e4be2663d2a7ce6852578a9007e67af?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335906,"bill_number":"SB124","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Delaware's Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards And Delaware-manufactured Fuel Cells.","description":"This Bill allows the energy output from fuel cells manufactured in Delaware that can run on renewable fuels to be an eligible resource to fulfill a portion of the requirements for a Commission-regulated utility under the Renewable Portfolio Standards Act. In addition, this Bill makes Delmarva Power & Light responsible for the RPS obligations of all its customers, and creates a process to assure that any supplier contracts in place are grandfathered through the transition. Finally, this Bill creates a regulatory framework by which the Delaware Public Service Commission will review a Tariff to be filed by Delmarva deploying Delaware-manufactured fuel cells as part of a 30MW project. In determining whether to approve or deny the Tariff, the Commission shall among other factors, consider the incremental cost of the fuel cell project to customers, taking into consideration whether the project utilizes innovative baseload technologies, offers environmental benefits to the state relative to conventional baseload generation, enhances economic development in the State, and promotes price stability over the project term.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB124/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b8aec0e2053460a4852578af00590fa3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335914,"bill_number":"HB185","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Certain Property Crimes.","description":"This Act raises the penalties for the three property crimes that have enhancements for property losses in excess of $50,000 and $100,000. When the loss is in excess of $50,000, the crime would be a class D felony (0 to 8 years imprisonment) instead of a class E felony (0 to 5 years imprisonment) or class F felony (0 to 3 years imprisonment). When the loss is in excess of $100,000, the crime would be a class B felony (2 to 25 years imprisonment) instead of a class C felony (0 to 15 years imprisonment).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB185/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c14325105ed6fdfc852578a90052e8bf?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":335916,"bill_number":"HB187","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Roadside Stands.","description":"This Bill expands the New Castle County zoning regulation exemption for agricultural related temporary roadside stands to include stands which sell products that are grown or produced on a local regional farm.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB187/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/20f19b6f375487e4852578a9006dea51?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336028,"bill_number":"HB191","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Relating To Commercial Vehicles.","description":"This Act requires all commercial vehicles operated in the State of Delaware to be equipped with an audible reverse warning signal that adequately places an individual within 50 feet of such vehicle on notice that such commercial vehicle intends to and/or is in the process of reversing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Defeated by House of Representatives. Votes: Defeated 24 YES 14 NO 0 NOT VOTING 3 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB191/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/94feac5eb4f82443852578a9007f2e6d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336041,"bill_number":"HB193","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Special License Or Registration Plates.","description":"This Act creates a special license plate for members of the Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute, Inc.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB193/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/877e1c6c3748beda852578640078c660?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336059,"bill_number":"SCR19","title":"Creating A Citizens Advisory Council For White Clay Creek State Park.","description":"This Concurrent Resolution creates a Citizens Advisory Council for White Clay Creek State Park.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR19/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/07c2b9ffe5e9fdb9852578b0005275e0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336061,"bill_number":"HB192","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Primary Elections.","description":"This bill moves Delaware election primaries from September to August to ensure the timely issuance receipt and return of military absentee ballots in the general election.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB192/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e60502d5fe386bbc852578af00630d01?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336136,"bill_number":"SR18","title":"Creating And Establishing A Title Ix Task Force To Help Interpret Title Ix And Its Effects On Public Intercollegiate Athletic Programs In Delaware.","description":"This resolution creates and establishes a Title IX Task Force to help interpret Title IX and its effects on public intercollegiate athletic programs in Delaware. AUTHOR: Sen. Booth","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-16","last_action":"Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":"Executive","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR18/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/416f64f84743b03685257894005754f5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336150,"bill_number":"SB145","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 75 Of Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Viatical And Life Settlements.","description":"In 1999, the General Assembly adopted the ‘Delaware Viatical Settlements Acts’, 72 Del. Laws, c. 132, to regulate viatical settlements (i.e. the payment of less than the death benefit of an insurance policy prior to the death of an insured who has a catastrophic or life threatening illness or condition) in this State. Since that time, the National Conference of Insurance Legislators (‘NCOIL’) has promulgated a comprehensive Life Settlements Model Act which has been adopted by 21 states with minor state-specific amendments. This Act repeals the earlier enacted viatical settlements act and adopts the more comprehensive NCOIL Model Act as Delaware law. Pursuant to this Act, any person engaged in the business of life settlements must be licensed and regulated by the Insurance Commissioner. The Act defines conduct constituting fraudulent life settlement acts, sets forth detailed licensing requirements for providers and brokers of life settlements contracts, provides notice, disclosure, fraud prevention and rescission rights to protect policy owners and insured parties, and provides the Insurance Commissioner with authority to impose penalties, issue cease and desist orders, seek injunctive relief and otherwise remedy violations of the Act. The Act also provides a transition provision to allow individuals and entities licensed pursuant to the former Viatical Settlements Act to continue to engage in business in this State pending licensure pursuant to this Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-16","last_action":"Assigned to Insurance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB145/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c696d3cdd7aefdae852578b0005b9023?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336154,"bill_number":"HB196","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Registration Of Voters And To Polling Places.","description":"This act would give sole responsibility for voter list maintenance to the Departments of Elections in the counties, permit persons whose business or occupation is providing care to a parent, spouse or child requiring constant care due to illness, injury or disability to self-administer the affidavit for an absentee ballot, expand the validity of Federal Post Card Applications, and permits voters who are sick or physically disabled to be sent and to return absentee ballots by electronic transmission. This act would also require recipients of State funding to make facilities available for polling, so long as it would not be incompatible with the recipient’s primary purpose.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB196/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6e0e166707f32701852578a3006dd973?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336155,"bill_number":"SB136","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Special License Or Registration Plates.","description":"This Act will allow for a combined special license plate for Disabled American Veterans who are also eligible for a special license plate for persons with disabilities requiring parking accommodations. The Act also adopts the more common and recently recognized standard of certification by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs that an applicant meets the qualifications of being a service-connected Disabled American Veteran. Lastly, it amends current language to be consistent with the presumed passage of House Bill No. 91 that provides for the use of respectful language for those with disabilities. The Act would, for those of our veterans with disabilities who meet the criteria for both, allow the Division of Motor Vehicles to combine the processes of applying for a Disabled American Veteran license plate and applying for a parking placard or plate for persons with disabilities which limit or impair mobility. It will permit the addition of a section on the Disabled American Veteran’s license plate application that allows an applicant qualified for parking accommodation to apply for that accommodation at the same time as the Disabled American Veteran recognition. The result: a license plate that features the Disabled American Veteran designation and the universally-recognized symbol for those requiring special parking accommodations. This inclusion will allow the veteran to park in a person with disability’s space without having to go through the separate application process to receive a rearview mirror hang tag. Not only might this save the State resources, but it will also save our veterans with disabilities from an unnecessary inconvenience.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB136/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/489e80a99dea6758852578a900546f48?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336167,"bill_number":"SB137","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Cost-sharing, Deductible Or Co-insurance For Tier Iv Or Specialty Tier Prescription Drugs.","description":"This Bill creates a moratorium on health insurance providers that charge higher cost sharing for different classification of prescription drugs.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-09-14","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-09-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB137/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/da135a6e45ae7521852578a80074df4c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336169,"bill_number":"HCR20","title":"Honoring The Young Men From Across The State Of Delaware Participating In The 2011 Session Of Delaware's Boys' State.","description":"This Resolution recognizes and honors the young men of Delaware participating in the 2011session of Delaware's Boys’ State.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-16","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR20/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/235b22321f930207852578af0057027d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336170,"bill_number":"HR22","title":"Proclaiming And Recognizing June 19, 2011 As Juneteenth Independence Day.","description":"This resolution proclaims June 19, 2011 as Juneteenth Independence Day in Delaware and encourages the people of Delaware to reflect upon the significant roles and many contributions of African Americans and to celebrate this day with appropriate activities and events.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-16","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR22/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/58ab2dcf1dc6460b852578b00054590f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336173,"bill_number":"SB143","title":"An Act Proposing An Amendment To Article V Of The Delaware Constitution Of 1897, As Amended, Relating To Voting.","description":"This is the first leg of a constitutional amendment that would change the voting age as stated in the constitution to 18 as provided in the 26th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, modernize the language, and remove the reasons for which a person may vote by absentee ballot from the constitution. It also broadens the authority of the General Assembly to establish the circumstances, rules and procedures for registration and absentee voting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":"Administration","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB143/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/05ba609a98d173b9852578a80076009e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336176,"bill_number":"SB139","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Pawnbrokers, Secondhand Dealers And Scrap Metal Processors.","description":"This amendment requires licensed pawnbrokers, secondhand dealers, scrap metal processors to electronically submit transaction records in a format acceptable to the applicable police agency by noon the next business day. This amendment also requires the payment of an annual subscription fee to the electronic reporting system.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-16","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB139/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/80b1299c961498d6852578a9006baaec?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336186,"bill_number":"HR20","title":"Recognizing Thursday, June 16, 2011 As Staff Appreciation Day In The House Of Representatives.","description":"This Resolution recognizes Thursday, June 16, 2011 as “Staff Appreciation Day”.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-16","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR20/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/06edab74f7a69269852578a90069f7a6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336189,"bill_number":"SB135","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To School Based Health Centers And Insurance.","description":"School Based Health Centers exist in 28 Delaware high schools and provide convenient, confidential, and effective health services to students. Parents must consent each year to their child’s use of the SBHC. The federal government is requiring that Delaware change the manner in which it bills for SBHC services, by requiring that private insurers be billed before Medicaid is billed. This legislation establishes the framework for doing such billing. Another benefit of this legislation is that to the extent SBHC services currently funded by the state can be covered through existing private insurance, state funds will be made available for other public health purposes.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Assigned to Economic Development/Banking/Insurance/Commerce Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":"Economic Development/Banking/Insurance/Commerce","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB135/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f4c680cfb6f63175852578af006d66a4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336191,"bill_number":"SCR21","title":"A Resolution To Create A Blue Ribbon Task Force To Review Open Family Court Proceedings.","description":"This resolution creates a Blue Ribbon Task Force to review the feasibility of opening Family Court proceedings to the public. The report is due by February 15, 2012 with a copy delivered to the President Pro Tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (JUDICIARY) in House with 8 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR21/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e5dd11463ed24358852578a9006c97cf?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336197,"bill_number":"HR21","title":"Recognizing Sunday, June 19, 2011 As Father's Day In Delaware And Commending All Fathers For Their Support In Their Children's Lives.","description":"Recognizing Sunday, June 19, 2011 As Father's Day In Delaware And Commending All Fathers For Their Support In Their Children's Lives.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-16","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR21/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/68800ef5b9dc7f6d852578a3006c94e2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336200,"bill_number":"SB144","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Pawnbrokers, Secondhand Dealers And Scrap Metal Processors.","description":"This Bill amends Title 24, 2301 and 2302, of the Delaware Code as it relates to pawnbrokers, secondhand dealers and scrap metal processors by requiring any person or entity who buys and sells scrap metal to be subject to the provisions under this Title. The bill specifically eliminates the definition of flea market as a market that is open for business only 4 days or less and specifically defines “retail” and “consumer”. The bill further exempts secondhand dealers who are in the retail business of selling goods and/or produce to the ultimate consumer, rather than to a person who intends to resell or further process the goods he or she purchased. Finally, the bill increases the reporting requirements by scrap metal processors by providing that specific information must be taken when scrap metal is purchased or otherwise acquired.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-17","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB144/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9e540b5676b67548852578a80070cea8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336204,"bill_number":"HCR19","title":"Recognizing The Career, Accomplishments, And Life Of Charles T. Armbruster, Jr.","description":"This House Concurrent Resolution recognizes the career, accomplishments, and life of Charles T. Armbruster, Jr.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-16","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 19 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR19/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2e154803cdf5892a852578aa00542d91?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336209,"bill_number":"SB138","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Relating To Comprehensive Land Plans.","description":"This Bill would increase the maximum time between comprehensive plan updates from 5 to 10 years. Nothing prohibits a county from acting more often, but experience has shown that five years is too short an amount of time between updates, leaving little time to implement a plan before starting the whole cycle over.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB138/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/43f0154adbef64cb85257886005f1e5f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336215,"bill_number":"HB197","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Community Environmental Project Fund.","description":"This Act provides that each civil or administrative penalty amount appropriated to the Community Environmental Project Fund will benefit the same community where the infraction or violation occurred that resulted in such penalty. A project benefits the same community if the project occurs within a 10-mile radius of where the infraction or violation occurred or if the Secretary of DNREC determines it is within the same community after consulting the Community Involvement Advisory Council.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-09-14","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-09-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB197/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9742c586c138cad2852578a80066c398?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336216,"bill_number":"SB140","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To State Employees Pension Plan And Waiver Of Benefits.","description":"Current law does not allow funeral expenses to be paid with the consent of the beneficiary of the pension from a deceased state employee. This bill changes the statute to allow funeral expenses to be paid out of the benefits of the decedent.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB140/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0baac71e3894163a852578aa00545abb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336220,"bill_number":"HB194","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Commerce And Trade And The Safe Destruction Of Documents Containing Personal Identifying Information.","description":"This bill will create a new chapter regarding the safe destruction by business entities of documents containing personal information. Aggrieved customers will have a civil action to recover potential treble damages. In addition, the Attorney General may file suit or bring an administrative enforcement proceeding against the business in violation if it is in the public interest. Banks, financial institutions, and certain other regulated institutions are exempt, as are governments and their subdivisions, agencies and instrumentalities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-16","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Economic Development/Banking/Insurance/Commerce Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":"Economic Development/Banking/Insurance/Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB194/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0c19f1fe4de033378525786400640d4a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336223,"bill_number":"HJR4","title":"Establishing A Study Commission On Lobbyist Ethics.","description":"This joint resolution establishes a Study Commission on Lobbyist Ethics to examine Delaware’s ethics laws as they relate to regulated lobbyists. The 13-member Study Commission includes (i) four individuals appointed by the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, (ii) four individuals appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and (iii) five individuals appointed by the Governor. The Study Commission shall report is findings to the Governor and to the General Assembly no later than December 31, 2012, after which the Study Commission shall terminate its existence.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Passed by House of Representatives. Votes: Passed 41 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR4/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d49b6099f0e13485852578a8005829a8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336229,"bill_number":"SB142","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Related To Civil Administrative Procedures.","description":"The Bill eliminates the need of a quorum of a board or commission under Title 23, Title 24 or Title 28 to sign a decision that was previously approved by a quorum of its members and allows the Order to be issued under the signature of the board/commission president or other officer.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB142/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/90388345e33ce292852578b00074e160?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336531,"bill_number":"HB201","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Regulatory Flexibility Act To Provide For Legislative Oversight And Transparency Regarding The Adoption Of Rules And Regulations By State Agencies.","description":"The General Assembly, over the years, has delegated authority to State agencies to adopt and amend rules and regulations which have the force of law and which subject those regulated to civil and criminal penalties and other sanctions. To assure that rules and regulations are properly adopted or amended and to satisfy statutory purposes, it is important that there be transparency, and that those proposing rules and regulations properly assess the economic and other impacts and benefits resulting from implementation of their proposals. The preparation of regulatory impact statements as part of the rule making process will further that purpose. This bill will also provide to the members of the General Assembly having oversight responsibilities valuable information on an ongoing basis regarding the adoption or amendment of rules and regulations by the covered agencies. The requirements of this legislation are similar to those imposed on federal agencies adopting or amending federal rules and regulations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (HOUSE ADMINISTRATION) in House with 1 Favorable, 2 On Its Merits, 1 Unfavorable","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB201/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5fe9972d2fc56e79852578aa0058617f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336534,"bill_number":"SJR7","title":"Urging All Delawareans To Honor The Memory And Momentious Achievements Of Major Allen Mclane, An Often Overlooked Delaware Revolutionary War Hero, With An Appropriate Memorial.","description":"This Senate Joint Resolution honors the memory and accomplishments of Major Allen McLane of Smyrna, a great hero of the American Revolution. It urges the citizens of the state in general and those of Smyrna and Kent County in particular to consider appropriate means of honoring McLane’s memory in a lasting way and to share their thoughts and ideas with the Delaware General Assembly, the Smyrna Town Council and the Kent County Levy Court.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR7/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/839cde5f92c0b839852578b60051fd56?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336540,"bill_number":"HB203","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Criminal History Background Checks For Information Technology Related Employment.","description":"This bill codifies the already existing policy that all Information Technology (IT) employees pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment. Such a check is desirable given the sensitive information that IT employees handle, and the level of administrative access they have to our IT infrastructure. By codifying this requirement, the process for obtaining a criminal history background check will be streamlined by authorizing the State Bureau of Identification to send results directly to the requesting HR department.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (JUDICIARY) in House with 6 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB203/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6d4cbd361ddccd898525788d007481b4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336555,"bill_number":"HB210","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Providing For Reapportionment Of The State Legislative Districts.","description":"This bill reapportions the 41 House of Representative Districts.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB210/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6a23eadd3c691bf6852578b60045cd07?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336565,"bill_number":"HB202","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Relating To Rules Of The Road.","description":"This Bill makes it an offense to use a handicapped plate or placard issued to another person, unless that person is also in the vehicle. The Bill aims to curb the use of handicapped parking spaces by persons who do not actually need them. Under the Code, a person who violates this provision will “receive a mandatory fine of $100 for a first offense, and for a subsequent like offense, a mandatory fine of $200 or a term of imprisonment of not less than 10 nor more than 30 days, or both.”","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB202/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/49e0dc04f0d9dbae852578b1007d16a0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336582,"bill_number":"HB205","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Charter Schools.","description":"This legislation will assist the State to better ensure that charter schools being approved are of high quality, and to respond more appropriately when issues arise. To help ensure that individuals governing our charter schools have the appropriate background and qualifications, this legislation requires criminal background and child abuse registry checks for charter school board members, and it will prohibit individuals who have felony convictions or convictions for a crime against a child from serving on a charter board. Charter school board members will be required to disclose any financial interest they may have in the charter school, so that parents and others may learn and inquire about any financial arrangements benefiting a school board member. In addition, new charter schools would receive less funding at the start of the year, with the remainder of the funding provided throughout the year after a review by the Department to ensure that the finances of the school are sound. The legislation also requires an annual external audit of charter schools and adds charter schools to the Finance Recovery Team portion of the Delaware Code, which currently applies only to school districts, authorizing the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to appoint a team to assess the financial status of a charter school that is on formal review, to provide information to parents and teachers regarding status, and to make certain decisions regarding payments by the charter school. The legislation also moves up the deadline by which charter renewal decisions must be made so that, if a charter is not going to be renewed, that decision is made prior to the school choice deadline. And it creates a mechanism for permitting a high performing charter operator to open a school that would serve students at a charter school that is slated for closure, providing greater opportunities and avoiding significant disruption for the students. Using this provision, a highly successful charter school operator could apply for a new charter to serve the students at the closing charter school, and the applicant could be permitted to begin operating in less than the 18 months currently required between the filing of the application and the opening of the charter school. To facilitate this action, the legislation adds flexibility to board composition requirements, so that governing boards continue to have teacher and parent representation but are not required to have such representation from every school for which a charter is held.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB205/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c098e3a54cc7cf70852578b10050036c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336589,"bill_number":"HB204","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Auditor Of Accounts.","description":"This Bill updates the responsibilities of the Office of the Auditor of Accounts. The Bill provides that the work papers of an investigation or investigatory audit conducted by the Auditor of Accounts shall not be deemed public records. The Bill removes from the Code a specific salary requirement for the Auditor of Accounts, providing instead that such salary shall be determined in accordance with the recommendation of the Delaware Compensation Commission and the line item appropriations of the General Assembly. The Bill also removes a specific salary requirement for the Deputy Auditor of Accounts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB204/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/432c834b7efe3584852578aa007bbc77?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336590,"bill_number":"HB200","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Elections And Identification.","description":"This bill is a companion bill to a constitutional amendment to allow the General Assembly to determine photographic and signature identification requirements to vote. This bill is modeled after Florida’s law. Thirteen states currently have approved such identification requirements (Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB200/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7820625e57a19c67852578b0006f1642?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336594,"bill_number":"SB146","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 18 And 29 Relating To Not For Profit Health Care Conversions.","description":"This bill corrects certain flaws in Delaware’s Not-for-profit Healthcare Conversion Act (the “Act”) enacted in 2004. The bill clarifies the General Assembly’s intent that the Act does not consider a Delaware not-for-profit healthcare entity affiliation with another not-for-profit entity to be a “not for profit healthcare conversion.” The Act has recently been interpreted by the Delaware Attorney General as requiring that result in a specific transaction involving a not-for-profit Delaware health service corporation seeking to affiliate with another not-for-profit company, where both entities will retain their not-for-profit status post affiliation. The bill corrects language in the Act that on its face requires the same result for any not-for-profit entity or charity that decides to dispose of its reserves or control by charter change or otherwise, even if it is not a health care-related entity, and even if the change involves another not-for-profit entity. In the event of a Not-for-profit conversion, the bill requires an annual financial report to the Secretary of State. Also, this bill adds a new 6310 to Title 18 that ensures that change of control transactions involving Delaware health service corporations do not result in the dissipation or improper use of the reserves or surplus of such health service corporation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB146/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9608aad0dd75b215852578b6005d042c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336599,"bill_number":"HB198","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Indian River School Board.","description":"This bill changes the term of each elected member of the Indian River school board from 3 years to 5 years. The 5-year terms will be added gradually upon the passage of this bill, as each elected member will start a 5-year term on July 1 following his or her election.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB198/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d454e8ac41c94866852578b0005ffd9b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336610,"bill_number":"HB199","title":"An Act Proposing An Amendment To Article V Of The Constitution Of The State Of Delaware Relating To Elections And Identification.","description":"This is the first leg of a constitutional amendment to allow the General Assembly to enact laws relating to requiring photographic and signature identification to vote.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB199/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0ddab074a3c6bd22852578b0006d99bf?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336723,"bill_number":"HB213","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Educational Data Governance.","description":"This Act allows the Department of Education to conduct audits and evaluations, including studies for improving instruction and complying with State and federal accountability measures; to collect data to effectuate those activities; and to promulgate regulations to govern the collection and use of educational records, including those in the longitudinal database. The intent of the legislation is to also provide for the ability of other researchers to access the interagency database for approved research studies through defined processes through the oversight of the P-20 Council. This Act also expands the membership of the P-20 Council.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB213/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/74770eb427cb9e03852578b6005a4b6e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336788,"bill_number":"HB209","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Administration Of School Property Tax Credits.","description":"This Act establishes a three-year residency requirement for the State’s Senior School Property Tax Credit for property owners establishing a Delaware domicile after its enactment. It simplifies property tax administration for Delaware’s counties by changing to April 15 the deadline for application for school tax credits for homeowners age 65 or over. The current deadline of September 1 results in over-billings for applicants and costly and time-consuming corrections for the counties.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 209 - Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 19 YES 1 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB209/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/78c4f07bd487f1a3852578b60066c669?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336932,"bill_number":"SCR22","title":"Honoring The Young Women From Across The State Of Delaware Participating In The 2011 Session Of Delaware Girls State.","description":"This resolution recognizes and honors the young women of Delaware participating in the 2011 session of Delaware Girls State.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR22/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f4c242b057419498852578b6005a344e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336934,"bill_number":"HB208","title":"An Act To Rename The Women's Treatment Center In Honor Of Hazel D. Plant.","description":"This Bill renames the Women’s Treatment Center after Representative Hazel D. Plant, in honor of her long and dedicated service to the State of Delaware, and her special interest in women’s issues and the corrections system.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB208/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7d879fb7082a3c5a852578b1006fb8ca?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":336976,"bill_number":"HB207","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Collective Bargaining In The State Service.","description":"This Act clarifies the process by which an employee organization may be certified as the “exclusive representative” of a bargaining unit under 19 Del.C. 1311A(e).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (LABOR) in House with 12 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB207/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d7b10d19552f0006852578b6005f3a6b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337101,"bill_number":"HB211","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Public Schools.","description":"This bill requires that admission to vocational-technical high schools be determined through a lottery system rather than any other criteria.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Education Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB211/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ea52c680ded4091a852578b000526de8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337130,"bill_number":"HB206","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Board Of Pharmacy.","description":"This bill grants the Board of Pharmacy authority to establish standards and procedures for the collection, destruction, return and redistribution of previously dispensed medications. The drug collection program must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations, and shall be done under a licensed health care professional’s supervision. In addition, the DEA and the Office of Controlled Substances shall implement security measures. Pharmaceutical manufacturers receive immunity for matters related to the program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (SUNSET COMMITTEE (POLICY ANALYSIS & GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY)) in House with 5 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB206/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/45dcea8c00ce6abe852578aa0075314a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337180,"bill_number":"SB156","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Dogs.","description":"This Bill amends the minimum standards set forth in Chapter 9, Title 9 of the Delaware Code with respect to the primary enclosures and tethering of dogs. The Bill establishes a formula for calculating the proper enclosure size for housing a dog in lieu of the current provision, which requires consultation of the Code of Federal Regulations. It also clarifies when the space requirements and limitations do not apply. The Bill further establishes more detailed requirements for persons who tether their dogs, including a prohibition on tethering of dogs under 4 months of age and a prohibition of tethering any dog between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., unless it is only for a period of less than fifteen minutes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"SS 1 for SB 156 - Re-Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB156/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e2162cdff5d376b3852578b80070fbeb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337187,"bill_number":"SB149","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Conservation And Endangered Species.","description":"This bill updates Title 7 Conservation, Chapter 6 Endangered Species relating to the conservation and endangered species. This bill models the policies of neighboring states (i.e. Maryland and New Jersey). Provisions in this bill define the powers and duties of listing and delisting of threatened and endangered species, rules and regulations, and implementation authority (DNREC). The Secretary of DNREC is given statutory authority to designate threatened or endangered species based on scientific investigations by the Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife and can establish rules and regulations necessary for the conservation of those species and the continued ability for those species to sustain themselves. The bill inserts qualifications of endangered and threatened statuses. Provisions in this bill allow for public notice of species listing and criterion for review of status and delisting of species. The statute on the potential for permits is amended to include instances of take. This bill prohibits the take of threatened or endangered species. The importation of hides, parts, or articles made from endangered or threatened species and the sale of skins, bodies, or animals of endangered and threatened species continue to be prohibited. The bill allows for the establishment of a framework to create and implement conservation programs including the acquisition of land or aquatic habitats and conservation agreements needed to conserve threatened or endangered species of plants and wildlife. In implementing these conservation programs, the DNREC shall not restrict the use or development of private property. The bill also ensures that the disclosure of property maps and locations of essential habitat of any endangered or threatened species may be withheld if the disclosure of such information would create an unacceptable risk of destruction or harm to species or habitat.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Assigned to Natural Resources & Environmental Control Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Natural Resources & Environmental Control","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB149/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/96a4b107c3d4d658852578a30055a204?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337188,"bill_number":"HCR22","title":"Proclaiming The Week Of October 23 - 29, 2011 As “delaware’s Pro Bono Celebration Week.\"","description":"By way of this Resolution the 146th General Assembly hereby recognizes the importance of pro bono legal services to the many citizens of Delaware and does hereby recognize the week of October 23 - 29, 2011 as “Delaware’s Pro Bono Celebration Week”.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR22/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4bcf7d5eeaff169d852578ab005c00b6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337193,"bill_number":"SB151","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Lottery Facilities And Delinquent Child Supporters.","description":"This Bill requires that the Director of Lotteries be notified by the Division of Child Support Enforcement that a person is delinquent in support payments. The Bill would require that that person’s prize winnings be sent to the Division to be applied to the delinquent support.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"SS 1 for SB 151 - Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 1 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB151/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/af8cc9e13a503d088525787000696f18?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337200,"bill_number":"SCR25","title":"Encouraging The Delaware Higher Education Institutions To Continue Efforts To Improve And Broaden Disability Services.","description":"This Concurrent Resolution encourages Delaware’s public post-secondary education institutions to continue efforts to improve and broaden disability services.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR25/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/cbed712e8999280b85257864006f804e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337213,"bill_number":"HR23","title":"Recognizing June 23, 2011, As \"aka Day At The Capital\" In Delaware.","description":"This resolution recognizes the historic nature and civic contribution of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and especially its Delaware chapters and declares June 23, 2011, to be “AKA Day at the Capital in Delaware.”","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR23/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0913d72ff6972a7d852578b1007239be?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337215,"bill_number":"SCR24","title":"Requesting A Report And Suggestions For Improvement On The At-store Recycling Program Established In 2009 From Dnrec For The Purpose Of Improving The Program And Bettering The Environment.","description":"This Resolution requests a report and suggestions for improvement on the at-store recycling program established in 2009 from DNREC for the purpose of improving the program and bettering the environment. AUTHOR: Sen. Cloutier","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR24/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7c6f0774d1f487d7852578a70051e7b4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337216,"bill_number":"SB147","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Veterinarians Administering Vaccines And Disciplinary Action.","description":"This Bill creates a disciplinary action if a veterinarian gives vaccines in excess of the recommended dosages and/or frequencies.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB147/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/deaa4dd30dc0a583852578b0007639df?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337224,"bill_number":"SB148","title":"An Act To Authorize And Approve The Transfer Of Certain Real Property Interests In The Town Of Middletown, New Castle County, To The Town Of Middletown.","description":"This legislation turns the William Nelson Armory upon vacancy by the Delaware National Guard over to the Town of Middletown to be used for the American Legion Post 25 and/or the Appoquinimink Boys and Girls Club. The legislation states that the property is turned over to Middletown in an “as is” condition.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB148/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b37fbafc40b573f7852578af006f5e80?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337236,"bill_number":"HJR5","title":"The Official General Fund Revenue Estimate For Fiscal Year 2011","description":"This Resolution provides the official revenue, refund unencumbered funds estimates for Fiscal Year 2011.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR5/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a774f921875bc18a852578a400684f3d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337245,"bill_number":"SCR17","title":"Urging The State Of New Jersey To Discontinue 'once Through' Cooling Systems On The Delaware River And Bay Which Harms The Fisheries And Limits Thousands Of Jobs In The Commercial And Recreational Fisheries And Crabbing Industries.","description":"This resolution asks the state of New Jersey to discontinue once-through cooling at all its facilities along the Delaware River to protect fisheries and create jobs for both New Jersey and Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR17/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c9bb0ae58fa583f1852578710067129d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337246,"bill_number":"SB150","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Disclosure Of Motor Vehicle Records.","description":"This Bill empowers the State Election Commissioner to use information from the Division of Motor Vehicles for the improvement of voter registration records.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB150/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/041658692e1af446852578b600736485?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337248,"bill_number":"HB214","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 1, 4, 6 ,7, 10, 11, 12, 14, 16, 19, 20, 21, 25, 29, 30 And 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Removal Of Insensitive And Offensive Language.","description":"People First Language (“PFL”) legislation is part of a national movement to promote dignity and inclusion for people with disabilities. PFL specifies that the order of terms used to describe any individual places the person first, and the description of the person second. For example, when using PFL, outdated terms such as “the disabled” would be phrased as “persons with disabilities.” This language emphasizes that individuals are people first, and that their disabilities are secondary. In compliance with PFL guidelines, this Act amends current references to persons with disabilities throughout the Code by placing the person first and the disability second. Also pursuant to PFL, this Act removes offensive and/or insensitive language from the Code and replaces that language with respectful language. For example, the Act replaces antiquated and offensive terms such as “mental retardation” and “mental illness” with more appropriate terms like “intellectual disability” and “mental condition,” respectively.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-17","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB214/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d1aa71f6e1ed51a2852578a1006c7734?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337255,"bill_number":"HCR23","title":"Recognizing The Comcast Foundation’s Leaders And Achievers Scholarship Program And Its Delaware Recipients For 2011.","description":"This resolution recognizes the Comcast Foundation’s Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program winners in Delaware for 2011.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 18 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 3 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR23/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6cae54ef4e18c4a4852578a300647a93?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337259,"bill_number":"SB141","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Lobbyists.","description":"This Bill adds comprehensive lobbyist reform provisions including additional financial reporting requirements. It also adds conflict of interest prohibitions and limitations on unethical conduct making such conduct illegal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Executive","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB141/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9fb466c2791f1ad68525788e006ca92e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337263,"bill_number":"SB153","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Independent Health Care Appeals Programs.","description":"This Act is intended to conform Delaware law to new federal law prescribing external review of adverse decisions by health carriers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB153/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d05901090dbde0e4852578a8005d2a1b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337266,"bill_number":"SB152","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Driver Licenses.","description":"This Bill requires operators of three-wheeled motorcycles to take appropriate knowledge and skills tests and obtain a motorcycle endorsement on their driver license. Persons who take a motorcycle endorsement skills test on a three-wheeled motorcycle will have a three-wheeled motorcycle restriction, in addition to the motorcycle endorsement, limiting their operation to three-wheeled motorcycles only. Anyone who holds a motorcycle endorsement without a restriction is permitted to operate a two-wheeled or three-wheeled motorcycle. This Bill includes a grandfather clause allowing anyone who currently operates a three-wheeled motorcycle, whose three-wheeled motorcycle is registered prior to the effective date of this Act to be waived from the required knowledge and skills tests. Those who are grandfathered will still be required to obtain the endorsement with the three-wheeled motorcycle restriction.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB152/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/23e91041b0de487d852578b60055e92c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337268,"bill_number":"HJR6","title":"The Official General Fund Revenue Estimate For Fiscal Year 2012","description":"This resolution provides the official revenue, refund and unencumbered funds estimates for Fiscal year 2012","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2011-07-05","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR6/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1f50460ebf442c90852578a400675767?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337273,"bill_number":"HB212","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Creating The Delaware Auction And Auctioneer Licensing Act.","description":"This Act requires auction firm and auctioneer licensing, and creates a commission to license auctioneers and auction firms and to oversee their activities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 212 - Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB212/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/58960544093e1d3f8525782b0070b9fe?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337276,"bill_number":"SB154","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Real Estate Brokers And Real Estate Salespersons.","description":"This bill is the result of recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee. The bill presents extensive revisions to make the Real Estate Commission’s licensing law consistent with other Title 24 boards and commissions. In addition, the amendments include new language and terms to coincide with modern practices and to provide greater clarity for practitioners and the public. In particular, the bill replaces and updates provisions relating to Commission objectives and powers and duties, licensure requirements, reciprocity, grounds for discipline and sanctions. The bill includes a definition of the term “Comparative Market Analysis” in order to delineate the scope of permissible activities for a licensee and to clarify that a Comparative Market Analysis is not an appraisal. The bill also includes a definition of “Property Management Services” and an exemption for a provider of Property Management Services. This additional language specifies that an individual engaging in Property Management Services is exempt from the statute, except to the extent that the individual is involved in selling or leasing. The bill amends the “Powers and Duties” section of the statute in order to give the Commission the explicit authority to issue cease and desist orders and impose fines for unlicensed practice. The bill makes explicit that there are three licensure categories in the real estate profession. Currently, there are just two licensure categories referenced in the statute: broker and salesperson. The term “broker of record,” designating the individual responsible for the brokerage organization, is mentioned only in the Commission’s Rules and Regulations. The bill designates the three licensure categories as Broker (formerly broker of record), Associate Broker (formerly broker) and Salesperson. These three terms will create greater protection for the public by making clear that the Broker is the individual ultimately responsible for the real estate transaction. The bill also creates standards for reciprocal licensure. Currently, out-of-state applicants are issued non-resident licenses. The amendment creates several methods whereby an out-of-state applicant may obtain a Delaware license. The bill also adds requirements for licensure for all applicants to ensure that the Commission has the authority to consider the applicant’s disciplinary history in other jurisdictions. The bill gives the Commission the authority to grant additional licenses to licensees, where the Brokers are notified and agree with the arrangement. This amendment brings Delaware into line with practices in other states. The bill also requires licensees to disclose, at the time of renewal, any criminal convictions since the last renewal. With respect to disciplinary matters, the bill gives the Commission the authority to permanently revoke a license. The bill also includes a provision for temporary suspension of a license, pending a hearing, where the activity of the licensee presents a clear and immediate danger to the public health, welfare or safety. The new provision gives the authority to temporarily suspend a license to the Secretary of State, with the concurrence of the Commission Chairperson. The bill gives the public easier access to the Guaranty Fund. Currently, an aggrieved party must file a claim with the Guaranty Fund within 60 days after filing a lawsuit. Pursuant to the amendment to the statute, an aggrieved party must give notice within 60 days after obtaining a judgment. The bill significantly amends the statute in connection with agency relationships to afford greater protection to the public. With the amendments, statutory agency will be presumed and not predicated on the signing of the consumer information statement. Further, statutory agency begins on first contact between the licensee and the member of the public. With this amendment, the member of the public will be afforded a range of protections, such as the duty of confidentiality. This bill becomes effective six months after its enactment into law.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB154/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/60ea60e782adddf5852578b10062fe03?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337280,"bill_number":"HCR21","title":"Recognizing And Celebrating National Long-term Care Residents' Rights Month And Residents' Rights Rally In Delaware.","description":"By designating October 2011 as “Long-Term Care Residents’ Rights Month”, this concurrent resolution will bring awareness and support to the Delaware chapter of The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care and the 10th annual Residents’ Rights Rally in Dover on October 4, 2011.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR21/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/13b490dd19fa10fd852578a80069f096?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337283,"bill_number":"SCR20","title":"Expressing Support For The Work Of Delaware's No Child Left Inside.","description":"This Resolution expresses support for outdoor activities for children to experience nature. Specifically, the Resolution supports the Delaware No Child left Inside/Children in Nature Initiative.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR20/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0afefefcdaf37b65852578a8005717c2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337293,"bill_number":"SB155","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 11, 16, 18 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Office Of Narcotics And Dangerous Drugs And The Delaware State Police Drug Diversion Unit.","description":"This legislation will make it clear that the office of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs, formerly a part of the Department of Health and Social Services, is now a unit within the Division of State Police existing command structure and that the agents transferred to the Department of Safety and Homeland Security from the Department of Health and Social Services are non-merit employees and did not retain their former merit status after the transfer.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB155/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c480cf043a59f18f852578b60078bfb6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337623,"bill_number":"HB215","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Investigative Use Of Mobile Tracking Devices.","description":"At present, Delaware law permits the “lawful use” of electronic tracking (GPS) devices by law enforcement. However, the Delaware Code does not define what constitutes “lawful use” or what procedures law enforcement should follow before installing and using electronic tracking. This Act sets forth procedures for investigative and law enforcement use of such devices in future cases. Those procedures ensure the standards for law enforcement use of electronic tracking meet or exceed prevailing constitutional principles. To do so, the Act adopts Delaware’s statutory authority regarding other forms of electronic monitoring by law enforcement and provides that application for installation and monitoring of GPS devices will be made in the Superior Court.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB215/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6d773f5504d019d6852578b1007873a8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337668,"bill_number":"HB195","title":"An Act Making Appropriations For Certain Grants-in-aid For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2012; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds, Amending The Fiscal Year 2012 Appropriations Act.","description":"This Act provides supplementary appropriations to certain Grants-in-Aid for Fiscal Year 2012. Section 1 – Government Units and Senior Centers $20,582,465 Section 2 – Pass-throughs and Community Agencies $15,450,864 Section 3 – Fire Companies $ 4,898,511 Section 4 – Veterans Organizations $ 296,360 GRAND TOTAL $41,228,200","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB195/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0c6b1e18005fe8bc85257814006279a6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337743,"bill_number":"HCR24","title":"Recognizing And Proclaiming June 2011 As \"new Homes Month.\"","description":"This Resolution proclaims June 2011 as New Homes Month and urges Delaware’s citizens to recognize the month dedicated to building better homes and improving the quality of life in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR24/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a81fcb3b36ce6f32852578b1006a65ca?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337756,"bill_number":"SB130","title":"A Bond And Capital Improvements Act Of The State Of Delaware And Certain Of Its Authorities For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2012; Authorizing The Issuance Of General Obligation Bonds Of The State; Appropriating Funds From The Transportation Trust Fund; Appropriating Special Funds Of The Delaware Transportation Authority; Deauthorizing And Reauthorizing Certain Funds Of The Transportation Trust Fund; Appropriating General Funds And Special Funds Of The State; Reverting And Reprogramming Certain Funds Of The State; Directing The Deposit Of Certain Funds To The General Fund; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions; And Amending The Laws Of Delaware.","description":"This Bill is the Fiscal Year 2012 Bond and Capital Improvements Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB130/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a8660565cc609dce852578a2006dbecd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337794,"bill_number":"SR19","title":"Requesting That A Working Group Of Interested Parties Be Formed To Assess The Risks Of Tornadoes And Other Natural Disasters In The State Of Delaware.","description":"A working group of interested parties including but not limited to state and local officials, environmental groups, industry, businesses, utilities, law enforcement, first responders and civic associations will be formed to assess the risks of tornadoes and other natural disasters in the State of Delaware with the best adaptive strategies and return to the General Assembly with a report and recommended actions by the end of January 2012.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR19/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/34aa130aae9e2993852578bc00572f3b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337812,"bill_number":"HB216","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Unfair Practices In The Business Of Insurance.","description":"This bill requires an insurer who denies coverage for a procedure or test as medically unnecessary to reimburse an insured for all expenses, including out-of-pocket expenses, if the insured pays for the procedure or test and the procedure or test is proven to be medically necessary. Section 2307 of Title 18 contains the procedures to be used by the Insurance Commissioner when he or she has reason to believe that an insurer has engaged in an unfair practice, such as denying coverage as medically unnecessary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Economic Development/Banking/Insurance/Commerce Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Economic Development/Banking/Insurance/Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB216/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c88a8e810e3a8ab3852578b7005e7ade?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337818,"bill_number":"HB222","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Relating To The Workplace Fraud Act.","description":"This Bill requires that the Department of Labor publish the names of employers who have violated the Workplace Fraud Act, by misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor or otherwise. Publication will be via the internet.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB222/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3c79c24046e7b91b852578b8006e04cd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337826,"bill_number":"HB218","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Business Tax Credits And Deductions.","description":"This Act establishes a tax credit for Delaware taxpayers who invest in Certified Delaware Investment Funds. The purpose of the tax credit, equal to 25% of the amount of such investment, is to encourage investment in Delaware-based venture capital funds into which the State of Delaware has also made an investment","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Revenue & Finance Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Revenue & Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB218/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f7a99a0e64de24f2852578bd006f73a7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337831,"bill_number":"HB220","title":"An Act To Amend Title 17 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Traffic Studies In Counties With A Population Greater Than 500,000.","description":"This bill begins with the assumption that the Regulations of the Department of Transportation for Subdivsion Streets and Highway Access is basically a good and complete document. This is the internal DelDOT document that spells out the requirements and consequences for a traffic impact study. The bill provides for a few improvements to weak areas that public complaints have brought to light. The proponents of this bill have identified what they see as a problem in the interaction between DelDOT and New Castle County Land Use that divests DelDOT of authority they believe it must retain in order to be good stewards of the highways. The 2008 Memorandum of Agreement between the two agencies contained sections exempting such projects as redevelopments, work force housing, developments located in a WILMAPCO TID (traffic investment districts), and economic development in general. The exemptions and options for not doing a traffic impact study—especially when a rezoning is involved--are not acceptable to the public. This bill requires that the Memorandum of Agreement be amended by the two agencies within 90 days and sent through a public hearing. The bill sets a bottom standard for requiring a traffic impact study in what the Department calls developed or developing areas—not rural roads. That is 120 vehicles per hour (two every minute) in and out of a commercial site or 400 per day. For residential developments, 400 vehicles per day in and out of a site with entrances on 2 different roads and 200 per day for those with one. The standard is lower where a rezoning is involved—150 vehicles per day or 25 per hour will trigger one. That is because in New Castle County, a rezoning is the only chance residents have to stop a use they think will be harmful to their area, and one of the major factors is traffic. It requires a project that cannot be redeveloped without sending the road and intersection into failure to wait if the engineer cannot figure out a way to improve the situation by designing something different. For the developers, the bill requires the Department to do an internal analysis to see how they can speed up the TIS process \"in house.\" Residents of New Castle County are insisting that the Planning Board and Land Use Dept. get the traffic study data before a rezoning hearing, so the developer will have to start that before filing for it with the County. Two recent situations have inspired a requirement for DelDOT to tweak its Regulations. One is the fact that in spite of their clear rule, the engineers for developers are taking traffic counts in August when school is out. The other is that DelDOT is not paying attention to crash and safety data when deciding on traffic signals. They are required to review them to see if they can be improved with the addition of some consequences for violations of requirements. A serious safety hazard has been created by exempting work force housing from a TIS out in Mill Creek. Because no safety analysis was done, they are currently building the entrance and exit on a major federal highway where loaded trucks come barreling over a hill within a few dozen feet of the entrance at 55 mph or more. Some things can be waived for 1,000 new jobs, and the Department is told to do a TIS for them in a hurry, but the public wants the Department to be firm about requiring a TIS for significant developments no matter what the County is willing to ignore.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Transportation/Land Use and Infrastructure Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Transportation/Land Use and Infrastructure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB220/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6abd1f59a7503c15852578be005a3c5c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337854,"bill_number":"HCR25","title":"Recognizing November 2011 As Native American Heritage Month In Delaware.","description":"This resolution recognizes November 2011 as native American Heritage Month in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR25/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3b94ee68d628f49b852578bd005190a6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337858,"bill_number":"HB217","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 And Title 29 Of The Delaware Code To Provide Post-retirement Increases To Pensioners And Change Actuarial Assumptions In The Judicial, State Police And State Employee Pension Plans.","description":"Sections 1 – 3 of this Act grant pension increases to retired State Employees, retired Judges, retired “New” State police and retired County/Municipal Police/Firefighters on January 1, 2012 for persons retired on or before June 30, 2010. Sections 4 – 6 of this Act give the Board of Pension Trustees the authority to amend the growth rate in the State Employees’ pension plan, Judiciary pension plan, and the State Police pension plan. Currently, the Board of Pension Trustees has the authority to amend all actuarial assumptions in the pension plans, except for the growth rate. This rate is used to determine the general wage increase for individuals as well as the increase in total payroll for the amortization of actuarial gains or losses.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB217/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/15650a8e75442ab0852578bd00555f86?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337862,"bill_number":"HJR7","title":"Establishing A Study Group To Assess Child Mental Health Needs In Kent And Sussex Counties.","description":"This joint resolution establishes a study group to evaluate child mental health needs in Kent and Sussex Counties, focusing on the needs of child victims of sexual assault.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR7/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e46f9c6b931b3e0f852578bc0068754f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337865,"bill_number":"HB221","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Workplace Fraud Act.","description":"This Act makes a number of technical corrections to the Workplace Fraud Act passed by the 145th General Assembly. It makes the Act applicable to all employees, except those in domestic, agriculture, fishing, and hunting. It requires employers not to subcontract work to entities known to violate this Act. Finally, it expands and details the appeal process for violation of the Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Re-Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB221/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/fe1af1a82c74b7aa852578b8006ab48c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":337870,"bill_number":"HB219","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 17 And 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Fees Charged For Motor Vehicle And Highway-related Administration.","description":"This Bill raises the fee for various vehicle and transportation related services as recommended by the “Report on Conditions, Planning and Revenue Options for Support of the Transportation Trust Fund” presented by the Transportation Trust Fund Task Force. The increased fees are as follows: • Drivers License Late Renewal, raised to $10 from $1.15 • Reinstatement of License after Revocation, raised to $200 from $143.75 • Late renewal of auto registration, raised to $20 from $10 • Outdoor advertising fees, previously unspecified and now set out in Section 1 of this bill • Fees for recording liens, raised to $20 from $10 • Late fee on transfers of title, raised to $35 from $25 • Duplicate license, raised to $20 from $10 • Duplicate title, raised to $50 from $25 • Duplicate registration card and duplicate validation sticker, to $10 and $5 from $2 and $1, respectively All revenue from these fees will go to the Transportation Trust Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Transportation/Land Use and Infrastructure Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Transportation/Land Use and Infrastructure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB219/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0fb632e447be9c9e852578b60076354b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":338657,"bill_number":"SJR8","title":"Creating A Carpet Recycling Strategy Committee.","description":"This Joint Resolution establishes a Committee to study carpet recycling and to report to the General Assembly.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-24","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR8/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0f52893966e4b30a852578bd006b4ba2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":338661,"bill_number":"HR24","title":"An Act Proclaiming October 16-22, 2011 As \"mediation Week\".","description":"The House of Representatives proclaims the week of October 16-22, 2011 as “Mediation Week”.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR24/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/18a0fa2ee6a17709852578be00647357?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":338667,"bill_number":"HB224","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Office Of Child Care Licensing.","description":"This Act clarifies the scope of authority of the Office of Child Care Licensing (the “OCCL”). The Code currently authorizes the OCCL to regulate child care centers concerning the “physical, social, moral, mental and educational needs of the average child.” This Act removes the OCCL’s ability to regulate with respect to the “moral” and “educational” needs of a child and instead permits the OCCL to regulate concerning the “developmental” needs of a child.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability) Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability)","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB224/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6a387ebab0aeb500852578a80059e6ed?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":338668,"bill_number":"HB226","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Child Care Facilities.","description":"Section 344(d) of Title 31 of the Delaware Code currently exempts entities under state ownership or control, like a public school, from the regulatory authority of the Office of Child Care Licensing (“OCCL”). This Act removes that exemption, requiring child care facilities under state ownership and control, including programs for preschool, pre-k and before and after school aged children, to comply with the licensing requirements of the OCCL. A facility that administers federal Head Start programs, however, is not subject to the licensing requirements of the OCCL because such programs are regulated by federal requirements. Maternity wards of general hospitals continue to be exempted from the OCCL’s licensing requirements. Programs that are subject to state education curriculum components are not required to adhere to education curriculum requirements as promulgated by the OCCL.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 226 - Reported Out of Committee (SUNSET COMMITTEE (POLICY ANALYSIS & GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY)) in House with 1 Favorable, 3 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB226/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1570319c4b02eb7e852578a8005a5aa6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":338681,"bill_number":"HB227","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9, Title 22 And Title 31 Relating To Housing.","description":"This bill requires that bids for all newly constructed dwelling units using public financial assistance shall indicate the extent of the universal design standards in the proposal. Public financial assistance includes a contract with a state agency, real estate donated by the State, State tax credits, grant assistance from State funds, State loan guarantees, federal funds administered by the State or its agency, and funding from location governments and their agencies. In selecting a bid, the extent of universal designs use may form a basis to award the contract based on the best value, rather than lowest bidder. The bill sets up a 40-point scale covering the key elements of universal design.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 227 - Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 15 YES 4 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB227/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/08269a36214c346e852578b60065eee6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":338690,"bill_number":"HB225","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Child Care Facilities.","description":"This Act prohibits the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) from mandating that a child care center inspect a child’s food or drink brought from home in order to determine whether such food or drink meets certain nutritional requirements. The Act further prohibits OCCL from mandating that a child care center supplement or replace a child’s food or drink brought from home on the basis that such food or drink does not meet nutritional requirements. The Act directs child care programs to educate parents concerning nutritional requirements, but prohibits OCCL from requiring that food brought from home meet such nutritional requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability) Committee in House","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability)","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB225/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/acb611fa59597dad852578a8005ac958?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":338695,"bill_number":"HB223","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 18 And 21 Of The Delaware Code To Allow The Transmission Of Electronic Notices Or Documents Related To Insurance And Insurance Policies Under Certain Circumstances.","description":"This Act allows the use of electronic notices and documents in lieu of current requirements for the sending of insurance notices and documents. In order to send electronic notices and documents to another party the insurer must obtain the consent of the other party as provided in this Act and as otherwise currently provided under Delaware and federal laws. The Act also provides for the withdrawal of consent by the other party to receive notices or documents by electronic means.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB223/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7a0439f1d409e2f9852578b00060b1fb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":350364,"bill_number":"SR20","title":"Commending The Delaware Department Of Safety And Homeland Security And The Delaware Emergency Management Agency For Their Work In Protecting The People And Property Of Delaware During A Man-made Or Natural Disaster And Further Encouraging Them To Continue In Their Efforts To Educate The Public On How To Better Prepare Themselves To Respond To A Man-made Or Natural Disaster.","description":"This Senate Resolution commends the Delaware Department of Safety and Homeland Security and the Delaware Emergency Management Agency for their work in protecting the people and property of Delaware during a man-made or natural disaster and further encourages them to continue in their efforts to educate the public on how to better prepare themselves to respond to a man-made or natural disaster","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR20/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/cd30cc31a29f86f2852578bf0064150e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":350456,"bill_number":"SB160","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Uniform Controlled Substances Act.","description":"This Act amends the Uniformed Controlled Substances Act by clarifying that the definition of “designer drugs” covers those synthetic analogues of controlled substances that are made and distributed for drug use but due to their novelty have not yet been added to the schedule of controlled substances. This amendment to Delaware’s drug code will ensure there are no gaps in the law’s coverage of these dangerous substances as they surface. One such recent example is “bath salts.” This Act bans the possession, use, sale, or delivery of synthetic cathinones, more commonly known as “bath salts,” by categorizing synthetic cathinones as a Schedule I controlled substance under 16 Del. C. 4714(f). This Act also removes “synthetic cannabanoids” from the definition section of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act and categorizes the chemical compounds within the Schedule I controlled substance under 16 Del. C.  4714(d). Finally, this Act creates Tier Quantities for Schedule I controlled substances, such as “bath salts,” not otherwise included in 16 Del. C.  4751C.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB160/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/64f3ca96494afaa88525797a004e3ba3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":350548,"bill_number":"HR25","title":"Establishing A Task Force To Examine The Issue Of Manufactured Housing Delinquent Taxes.","description":"This resolution establishes a task force to examine the issue of manufactured housing delinquent taxes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Introduced in House and assigned to House Administration Committee","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR25/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/263a26b5777927ed852578b900608ef4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":350640,"bill_number":"HR15","title":"Recognizing The Cai/easter Seals Volleyball Challenge.","description":"This resolution recognizes the CAI/Easter Seals Volleyball Challenge on March 9-11, 2012, an event that raises funds for an organization providing services and support to people with disabilities or special needs and their families in Delaware.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-01-10","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR15/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/667fda4321bc5cc9852579800075fff9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":350733,"bill_number":"HJR8","title":"The Official General Fund Revenue Estimate For Fiscal Year 2012","description":"This resolution provides the official revenue, refund and unencumbered funds estimates for Fiscal Year 2012","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR8/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9be44ad247279b1c852578bd007a9f4b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":350821,"bill_number":"HB238","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Division Of Professional Regulation And To Licenses And Permits For Military Spouses.","description":"This Bill simplifies the process for a military spouse applying for reinstatement of a professional license or permit with the Division of Professional Regulation within 2 years of the license or permit lapsing. It does not apply to a revoked or suspended license or permit unless the license or permit was reinstated prior to its lapse. In addition, the Bill provides for a military spouse to apply for a six-month temporary license or permit while the application for endorsement or reciprocity is being processed to verify good standing and to perform the criminal background check.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB238/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/99985b971ca7295b8525797b0065667e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":350909,"bill_number":"HB237","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Reporting Schoool Crimes.","description":"This bill is a result of the work of the School Discipline Task Force. The bill simplifies the mandatory report requirements for schools, ensuring that the most serious offenses shall be reported to law enforcement while giving schools discretion to handle minor offenses without mandatory reporting. The bill also requires that all relevant special education and disciplinary records for students with disabilities, as defined under federal law, be sent to law enforcement to allow for informed charging decisions.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-01-10","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB237/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3eea2999d89482668525797c0070c2e6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":350999,"bill_number":"HB236","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Alcoholic Liquors.","description":"This bill provides a new type of liquor license for concert venues, particularly those that serve food, but do not meet the requirements for a restaurant liquor license.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-03-30","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB236/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/159e72621a0ff3558525797b004f64ef?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":351087,"bill_number":"HB235","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To State Parks.","description":"This bill provides that a veteran or member of the armed forces of the United States who has honorably served or is honorably serving, resides in the State of Delaware and owns a motor vehicle registered in the State of Delaware shall receive a 50% discount on the annual fee for vehicle entrance to state parks and recreation areas.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB235/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/868e40c1ec5ade7c8525794c0059aa5b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":351180,"bill_number":"HB234","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Consumer Protection.","description":"There are no substantive changes to the law created by this Bill. This Bill constitutes a clarification of the effect of the consumer law changes in House Substitute 1 for House Bill No. 247, enacted in 2010. Several sections in Chapter 25 of Title 6 of the Delaware Code contained references to  2517 of Title 29, which was substantially modified by House Substitute 1 (moving the powers contained therein to several other sections). The Code Revisors designated  2517 of Title 29 as “repealed” because of the changes to the section. This Bill eliminates the reference to  2517 of Title 29 and provides a more general reference to the location of the relocated powers as “Subchapter II of Chapter 25 of Title 29.”","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-03-30","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB234/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/855a63a529fe14f68525793b0068188e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":351273,"bill_number":"HB233","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Registration Of Lobbyists.","description":"This Act requires lobbyists to disclose to the Public Integrity Commission the name of every nonprofit organization, community association and trade group incorporated in the State and/or having activities in Delaware of which the lobbyist is a council or board member.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-01-05","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB233/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/58f022aac76316ab852579750065f126?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":351365,"bill_number":"HB232","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Laws Regulating The Conduct Of Officers And Employees Of The State.","description":"This Act would require and achieve greater and more complete public disclosure and reporting by a public officer, particularly as it relates to family members employed by any State agency, any organization, any school district, or any entity that receives funding from the State.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-01-05","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB232/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f8905f3859c6ac4d85257975006436d8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":351457,"bill_number":"HB231","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program.","description":"This Bill makes it clear that the Superior Court can allow for non-profit legal service providers to perform the function of the HUD-certified housing counselors in the mediation process. Legal Services Corporation of Delaware has been authorized to serve in that role by Superior Court Administrative Directive No. 2011-2 and this bill will allow the Superior Court to preserve that role.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB231/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/76de794fb2ce99f48525797a004f7233?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":351550,"bill_number":"HB230","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Elections.","description":"This bill empowers the State Election Commissioner, in conjunction with municipalities’ boards of election, to reschedule municipal elections in cases of emergencies. It specifies a new procedure to resolve complaints that conduct contrary to law changed the outcome of a municipal election. It creates a mechanism to resolve tie votes in municipal elections through a special election, financed by the State, unless a municipal charter provides otherwise.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB230/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/974b1949f6ddd6a1852579750076c464?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":351642,"bill_number":"HB229","title":"An Act To Amend Title 12 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Abandoned Or Unclaimed Property.","description":"This legislation further clarifies the statute of limitations relating to abandoned or unclaimed property. The statute of limitation dates are moved to 1995 from 1981 and July 22, 2002 from July 8, 1991.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-01","last_action":"Introduced in House and assigned to Judiciary Committee","last_action_date":"2011-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB229/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b7f212d67f45e7b9852578bf005fcaab?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":351733,"bill_number":"HB228","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Standard Used For Cost Recovery For Public Utilities In Proceedings Involving A Change In Rates.","description":"This Act requires for a motion of the Commission or for an application by a public utility relating to a public utility’s existing or proposed rate, or a proposed change thereof, that the public utility show that the rate involved is just and reasonable, which includes a showing that the rate involved allows for recovery of only those costs or expenses that were prudently incurred. Further, this Act allows a water utility to fully recover in the utility’s rates. without imputation of revenues, all costs which are prudently incurred by the water utility in constructing facilities to serve the needs of existing customers or of persons who are reasonably anticipated by the water utility to be its customers within 3 years from the date used by the Commission to recognize rate base in the rate proceeding so long as the water utility is not under review concerning its water system’s ability to provide adequate service to its customers or subject to a review by the Commission of the appropriate rates to be charged by the water utility in light of the quality of service being provided to its customers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Re-Assigned to Natural Resources Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-03-15","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB228/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/15bdb326c42bc757852578b8005e9fd0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":357024,"bill_number":"SB161","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Home Invasion.","description":"This Act establishes the crime of home invasion as a class A felony. The Act is premised on the belief that every person's home is their castle. No one should be permitted to enter someone else's home with a deadly weapon, or with another person with a deadly weapon, and engage in serious criminal activity.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-05-15","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB161/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a30934b93d1c7042852579730054b8f5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":357347,"bill_number":"SB159","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 54 Of Title 24 And Chapter 101 Of Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Athlete Agents.","description":"This Bill eliminates the portions of the Delaware Uniform Athlete Agents Act which referred to the Board of Athlete Agent Examiners, which has been sunsetted. However, provisions of the Act which do not require action by the former Board remain in effect. Section 3 deletes the reference to the application of the Administrative Procedures Act to the former Board.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-01-11","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB159/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/653b236d98e434c1852578bd0076acc0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":357674,"bill_number":"SB158","title":"An Act To Repeal Certain Laws Relating To Various Boards, Councils, Committees And Corporations.","description":"This Bill repeals statutes establishing or dealing with the following entities: Section 1 - Advisory Council for Children Youth and Their Families Section 2 – Corps of Oral Hygienists Section 3 – Delaware Development Corporation Section 4 – Seed Certification Advisory Committee Section 5 – Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB158/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/aa39cecc2cfffedd852578b000756ec2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":358008,"bill_number":"SB157","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Public Officers And Employees Healthcare Insurance Program.","description":"This Act limits the health insurance options to survivors of pensioners who are collecting survivor benefits effective on or after January 1, 2012 to only that survivor and any dependent children. Future spouses of survivors would not be eligible to participate in the State’s health insurance program.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB157/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2471e8e4812b1e5c852578b7006a9225?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":358968,"bill_number":"HB241","title":"An Act To Amend Title 22 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Composition Of Municipal Zoning Boards Of Adjustment.","description":"This Bill amends the provisions of Section 322(a), Title 22 of the Delaware Code to permit any of the following members of the zoning board of adjustment to delegate their duties to their authorized agents: 1) the chief engineer of the street and sewer department or the public works commissioner, 2) the city solicitor and 3) the mayor. Presently, only the mayor may delegate such duties to an authorized agent.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB241/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bcd01007b00acb6c85257980006f2376?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":359291,"bill_number":"HB240","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Fines, Costs, Penalties And Forfeitures.","description":"This bill creates an additional penalty of $100.00 which shall be imposed on all crimes committed against persons 62 years of age or older. The penalty assessment shall be placed in a special fund called the “Senior Trust Fund” which shall be used to provide assistance for programs for the senior population.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB240/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5c1726cdb442bde28525796d005c8503?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":359621,"bill_number":"HB239","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 15, Volume 77 Of The Laws Of Delaware Relating To Educator Licensure And Certification.","description":"This bill repeals the sunset provision included in Chapter 15, Volume 77 of the Laws of Delaware, House Bill No. 102 of the 145th General Assembly. House Bill No. 102 authorized the Teach for America (TFA) program as an alternative route to teacher licensure and certification. The law was signed by the Governor on April 20, 2009 and will sunset on April 20, 2012. For the 2011-2012 school year, there are 46 TFA teachers working in 18 Delaware schools in three districts and six charter schools. Those teachers contribute to the education of approximately 3,000 students. Since its inception in Delaware, TFA has recruited, selected, trained, placed and supported 65 teachers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-03-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB239/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/fcbaaf771bbc22ba8525798000648b9d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":368158,"bill_number":"HB242","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Automobile Insurance, Vehicle Data-reporting Device, And Unauthorized Use, Release, Or Disclosure Of Data.","description":"This bill sets certain regulations for motor vehicle data-reporting devices to prohibit the use by insurance companies of such data for anything other than consideration for premium discounts, requires disclosure to the insured of others who may gain access to such data, and otherwise prohibits insurance companies from releasing such data to others.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Defeated by Senate. Votes: Defeated 9 YES 8 NO 4 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB242/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/246637f6d3217ce08525795d006f3e26?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":368225,"bill_number":"HB243","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Reporting School Crimes.","description":"This bill is a result of the work of the School Discipline Task Force. The bill simplifies the mandatory report requirements for schools, ensuring that the most serious offenses shall be reported to law enforcement while giving schools discretion to handle minor offenses without mandatory reporting. The bill also requires that all relevant special education and disciplinary records for students with disabilities, as defined under federal law, be sent to law enforcement to allow for informed charging decisions.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-16","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB243/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/28e03c0e1e881b1b85257988005b5998?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":368294,"bill_number":"HB244","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To School Attendance.","description":"This Act increases the age requirement for compulsory school attendance in Delaware from 16 to 18 years of age. The age increase is phased in over a two-year period; accordingly, there is a one-year interim period where the compulsory school attendance age requirement will be 17 years old. The Act further provides that a child may be exempt from the age requirement for compulsory school attendance if the child has graduated from high school or if the child is at least 16 years old and is necessarily and lawfully employed. The Act preserves the exemption where a child may be excused from compulsory attendance upon request of the child's parent or legal guardian coupled with supporting written documentation from a qualified health professional.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Education Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB244/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5c6970ffbc21e2438525797a005ddf5c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":368361,"bill_number":"HB245","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Adoption Of People First Language In And The Removal Of Insensitive And Offensive Language From The Criminal Code.","description":"House Bill 214 of this General Assembly sought to convert the Delaware Code to the use of People First Language (“PFL”) as part of a national movement to promote dignity and inclusion for people with disabilities. 78 Del. Laws c. 179 (2011). During the pendency of House Bill 214, it became clear that the proposed changes to the Delaware Criminal Code should be further studied. More specifically, there was a concern that certain phrases and language present in the criminal code might have meanings unique to criminal law that had been adopted from the Model Penal Code, settled by prior decisional law or otherwise been defined by practice and custom. It had been, and remains, the purpose of House Bill 214 and this Act to adopt PFL and related changes only for the purpose of removing insensitive and offensive language from the criminal code; not to in any way effect change in the statutory definitions of conditions or circumstances described therein or Delaware’s substantive criminal law. In turn, those House Bill 214 criminal code provisions were amended out, researched and those changes deemed advisable are contained in this Act. For example, in describing one statutory aggravating circumstance in Delaware’s capital sentencing statute offensive language that labels the victim as “severely handicapped or severely disabled” now appears. This language would be changed to describe the victim instead as “particularly vulnerable due to a severe intellectual, mental or physical disability.” This change in labeling language, however, would affect no definitional or substantive change. Such a victim would, just as now, be deemed a person who suffers from a temporary or permanent physical, intellectual or mental impairment resulting from disease, an injury, a functional disorder, or a congenital condition that renders him or her incapable to adequately provide for his or her own personal care, safety or protection. So too with the phraseology “severe mental retardation” now found in Del. Code Ann. tit. 11,  4209. That phrase, which is unique to Delaware’s criminal statutes, would be updated to “profound intellectual developmental disorder.” While the label of this mitigating circumstance would be changed to this more acceptable form, again, there is absolutely no change to its legal definition, the legal burdens prescribed to prove such, or any other substantive aspect of related Delaware law. In sum, none of the changes to the labeling language brought about by this Act should be viewed to affect prior Delaware judicial or legal interpretations of the terms or phrases amended.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB245/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e9ddd244db0a8f30852579830072b61b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":368430,"bill_number":"HB246","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Establishing A Yellow Dot Medical Information Alert Program.","description":"This bill establishes a “Yellow Dot” medical information alert program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Laid On Table in House","last_action_date":"2012-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB246/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/853c6692d4dd9a498525796400631ac9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":368497,"bill_number":"HCR26","title":"Providing That A Joint Session Of The House Of Representatives And The Senate Be Convened For The Purpose Of Receiving The Annual State Of The State Address By The Honorable Jack A. Markell, Governor Of The State Of Delaware.","description":"This Concurrent Resolution provides for a Joint Session of the House of Representatives and the Senate to be convened for the purpose of hearing an address by the Honorable Jack A. Markell, Governor of the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR26/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/98acfcc895cdd943852579880059a41b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":368567,"bill_number":"HJR9","title":"Urging The Continued Operation Of The Hares Corner U.s. Mail Processing And Distribution Center.","description":"This concurrent resolution registers the concern of the members over the U.S. Postal Service’s proposed closing of Delaware’s single mail processing center and urges that the Hares Corner facility remain open.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-01-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR9/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/aecbe950d29ecee185257982007a87bd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":368635,"bill_number":"HJR10","title":"Recognizing Major General Francis D. Vavala For His Leading Role In Reshaping The Military Of The United States Of America.","description":"This Resolution recognizes Major General Francis D. Vavala in his capacity as the Chairman of the National Guard Association of the United States for his national leadership in gaining passage of the Empowerment Act. This historic legislation will rewrite history books because it adds the Chief of the National Guard Bureau as a full member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and will enhance the nation’s military capabilities abroad as well as within the United States at the national, state and local levels.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR10/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/01efefbab841267c85257981006a6446?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":368705,"bill_number":"SB163","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Minimum Wage.","description":"This bill phases in a $1.00 increase in the state minimum wage through January 1, 2014.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Assigned to Economic Development/Banking/Insurance/Commerce Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-03-20","committee":"Economic Development/Banking/Insurance/Commerce","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB163/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c2c682b701e43c9c85257981005a8ba3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":368772,"bill_number":"SB165","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The City Of Dover Related To The Mayor And City Council.","description":"This act would, after the April 2012 regular municipal election, increase the term lengths for the Mayor and City Council of the City of Dover from two (2) years to four (4) years. As an initial matter, the Mayor and Council members elected in the April 2012 regular municipal election would serve terms of three (3) years.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB165/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7b44b2c8366a5f1a85257981007683d8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":368834,"bill_number":"SB166","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The City Of Dover Regarding Financial Affairs - General Assessment; Levy On Utility Property.","description":"This Act would remove the requirement that the valuation and assessment of real property be conducted every 3 years. The purpose of this Act is to allow the City of Dover flexibility to adjust the timeframe.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-03-29","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB166/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a7017f714053efab852579820062eb9e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":369911,"bill_number":"SCR28","title":"Establishing February 2012 As Teen Dating Violence Prevention And Awareness Month In The State Of Delaware.","description":"This Resolution establishes February 2012 as Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-19","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR28/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/99b86a3f8ec9507b852579880070d706?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":370235,"bill_number":"HCR27","title":"Proclaiming The Month Of February 2012 As African American History Month And Requesting The Governor Issue A Proclamation For African American History Month.","description":"This concurrent resolution proclaims the month of February, 2012 as African American History Month and requests the Governor issue a proclamation calling upon all State agencies and the people of the State of Delaware to observe the month of February with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that will emphasize the history and contributions of African Americans.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-18","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR27/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d2594d47901a35e88525798400599df1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":370558,"bill_number":"HB250","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Reapportionment Of The State Legislative Districts.","description":"This bill makes several technical changes to the reapportionment legislation passed during the First Session of the 146th General Assembly. The corrections include: 1) clarifying road names, nonvisible boundaries, and direction designations; 2) adjustments to make some Representative and Senatorial lines congruent; 3) aligning District lines with some County Council lines; and 4) eliminating some election districts that have no registered voters.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB250/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a41368a76b7c4d8b85257989004cd78c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":372186,"bill_number":"HCR28","title":"Proclaiming January 22-28, 2012 As School Choice Week In Delaware.","description":"This resolution proclaims the week of January 22-28, 2012 as School Choice Week in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR28/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d20ae1c46519f897852579820071e3de?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":372355,"bill_number":"SB162","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Informed Consent, And Confidentiality.","description":"This Act implements the September 2006 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations for increased HIV testing. Healthcare providers in clinical settings may adopt an HIV opt-out policy in which the patient will have the opportunity to choose to be tested for HIV as part of the patient’s routine medical care. As the current Chapter 12, Subchapter 1 deals with issues beyond informed consent and confidentiality and as HIV is a Sexually Transmitted Disease, the updated Subchapter on HIV Testing and Counseling is better placed as a Subchapter of Chapter 7.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB162/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/deb767757041665a852579810070cb17?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":372520,"bill_number":"SB164","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 7, Volume 78, Laws Of Delaware, Relating To Public Education.","description":"This Bill removes the Sunset Provision from last year’s public education unit count law so it does not sunset on April 1, 2012.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-03-22","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB164/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3add59f68813f1b9852579830070e31f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":373467,"bill_number":"HB247","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards.","description":"This bill freezes the minimum percentage of renewable energy (Renewable Portfolio Standard - RPS) a retail-electricity supplier or municipal electric company must provide to customers at the proportion achieved as of January 1, 2012. The intent of the freeze is to give policy-makers a chance to reassess the state’s energy strategy in light of the many changes that have occurred over the last several years including the failure of the Bluewater Wind off-shore wind farm project; the decrease in natural gas prices; and actions that have made Delaware power plants significantly cleaner. The freeze will also allow for an examination of the high cost of electricity in The First State. According to the U.S. Energy Information Agency (EIA), Delaware has the 13th highest residential and commercial electricity rates in the nation and the seventh highest residential average monthly bill. The RPS mandate is scheduled to increase annually, from 7 percent in compliance year 2011-2012 to 25 percent in 2025, which will export jobs out of Delaware and potentially increase electricity rates as the standard rises. Additionally, while the RPS is frozen and the state’s energy strategy is being reassessed, the bill encourages the use of renewable energy by requiring utilities to notify their customers as to how they can increase their purchase of renewable electricity on a voluntary basis.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-19","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Energy Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-01-19","committee":"Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB247/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8693bf75fea885c9852579510057f8c5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":377535,"bill_number":"HB248","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Educator Licensure And Certification.","description":"This bill requires the Department of Education to provide a report to the General Assembly 3 months prior to the sunset date of the enabling legislation for the Teach for America program regarding the efficacy of that program. This will allow the General Assembly to make an informed decision regarding further extensions of Delaware’s participation in the Teach for America program.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB248/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/755215a8258df9fc8525798a006fb75e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":377652,"bill_number":"HB249","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Licensure Of Real Estate Service Providers.","description":"This bill eliminates the continuing education requirements for a real estate broker, associate broker, or salesperson who has continuously held that type of license in Delaware for 40 years or more.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Housing & Community Affairs Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":"Housing & Community Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB249/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/560d42607048410a85257988006db4f9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":377769,"bill_number":"HB251","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 7 And 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Occupational Licenses And Fees.","description":"This Act eliminates the $100,000 business license fee for firms engaged in crude oil lightering. It consequently eliminates the designation of proceeds from the lightering license fee to the Hazardous Substance Cleanup Fund.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-03-29","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB251/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bbaf650a0873034f85257982007335da?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":377891,"bill_number":"HB252","title":"An Act To Amend Volume 77, Chapter 375, Laws Of Delaware, Relating To Disposition Of Children Pending Adjudication And Payment For Care.","description":"This bill serves to remove the two-year sunset provision from the amendment of Title 10, Section 1007 of the Delaware Code, signed into law on July 12, 2010. The 2010 amendment of Title 10, Section 1007 of the Delaware Code expanded the list of possible acts for which a child could be detained in a secure facility, while simultaneously providing significant safeguards against the abuse of discretion on these grounds. The ultimate goal of the amendment, which was the product of the joint effort of the agencies of the Juvenile Justice Collaborative, was to reduce the unwarranted detention of juveniles and provide meaningful alternatives to detention. Because these goals continue to be furthered by the amendment introduced in 2010, this Bill removes the sunset provision so that the amendment may remain in place.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB252/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1ffa46e0b4ca5cae8525798300722e5a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":378005,"bill_number":"HB253","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Juvenile Competency.","description":"Our legal system has long required that defendants be competent to stand trial. Furthermore, our legal system is increasingly placing children in much the same role as adults when it comes to trying and sentencing those children. This Act establishes a procedure for the evaluation of the competency of a child for the purpose of Family Court proceedings. A child’s competency may be raised by either party or by the Court itself. If the Court determines the child’s competence to be an issue, the child must be examined by at least one mental disability expert who must prepare a report stating whether, in the expert’s opinion, the child is competent to proceed. A child may be declared incompetent by the Court if the Court determines that the child suffers from a mental condition, mental disability or chronological immaturity that substantially affects the child’s ability to assist counsel in the child’s defense or to understand the proceedings against the child. If the Court determines that the child is competent, the delinquency proceedings against the child will resume. If the child is found to be incompetent, the Court has various remedies at its disposal, including dismissal of the charges after certain periods of time.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 253 - Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 19 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB253/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3c4c857401267a8e852579820076e096?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":378124,"bill_number":"HB255","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29, Chapter 104 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Regulatory Feasibility Act.","description":"This bill requires all regulations to be reviewed every five years to determine if the regulation should be amended, repealed, or left unchanged.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB255/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c94649594d51edaf852579510069d320?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":378239,"bill_number":"HCR29","title":"Promoting Equal Employment Opportunity In Hiring By The State Of Delaware For Blind And Visually Impaired Individuals.","description":"This concurrent resolution recognizes the Division for the Visually Impaired and promotes equal employment opportunity in hiring by the State of Delaware for blind and visually impaired individuals.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR29/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d3a785e64f6974298525798f00634166?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":378352,"bill_number":"SCR27","title":"Designating February 6, 2012 As \"ronald Reagan Day\" In The State Of Delaware.","description":"Designating February 6, 2012 as “Ronald Reagan Day” in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR27/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/16e31546114785f685257981005c43a8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":379142,"bill_number":"HCR30","title":"Recognizing The Week Of January 22nd To January 28th As National Nurse Anesthetists Week.","description":"This resolution recognizes the week of January 22, 2012, through January 28, 2012, as Nurse Anesthetists Week.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR30/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/967ee53927dfb696852579810054c265?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":379424,"bill_number":"HB265","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Health Insurance Coverage For Oral And Intravenous Anticancer Medications.","description":"This bill is based on New York’s oral parity law, which requires insurance companies to make equal reimbursement for oral and intravenous anticancer medications. Section 1 applies to individual health insurance policies. Section 2 applies to group or blanket policies. The coverage provisions of Sections 1 and 2 are identical. The bill applies to health insurance policies issued, renewed, or amended on or after January 1, 2013. This act is “The Delaware Cancer Treatment Access Act.”","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB265/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2959d68a872782ff8525794300716d42?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":379710,"bill_number":"HB254","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Rules Of The Road.","description":"This bill adds attendance at education classes, provided such class was started prior to the revocation of the drivers’ license, to permitted use of a conditional license.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":"Public Safety & Homeland Security","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB254/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1449a3d822affbae8525798100573fba?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":381084,"bill_number":"HB256","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Specific Offenses.","description":"This bill ensures that when a person fails to report a missing child and that child becomes a neglected child as a result of the failure to report, that person can be charged with the crime of endangering the welfare of a child.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB256/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0af8bd025d40ae338525797600689f22?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":381208,"bill_number":"HB257","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 And Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Denial Or Suspension Of Professional And Occupational Licenses.","description":"This bill will (1) encourage taxpayers engaged in any profession, occupation, calling or business requiring a license issued or renewed by any commission, board or agency under the authority of the Division of Professional Regulation of the Department of State which is named in  8735 of Title 29 to pay overdue tax liabilities and (2) remove from the pool of competition for business within this State such taxpayers who fail to pay their tax liabilities. No action to deny or suspend the issue or renewal of a professional or occupational license may be taken until a taxpayer has exhausted its rights to due process afforded by Title 30, Chapter 5 relating to “Procedure, Administration and Enforcement” and by Title 29, Chapter 101 relating to “Administrative Procedures” and the liability has been reduced to a judgment in the Superior Court, which judgment exceeds $1,000 and has remained unpaid.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB257/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7100ff99da86fb06852579900074e9f0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":381331,"bill_number":"HB260","title":"A Bond And Capital Improvements Act Of The State Of Delaware And Certain Of Its Authorities For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2013; Authorizing The Issuance Of General Obligation Bonds Of The State; Appropriating Funds From The Transportation Trust Fund; Authorizing The Issuance Of Revenue Bonds Of The Delaware Transportation Authority; Appropriating Special Funds Of The Delaware Transportation Authority; Directing The Deposit Of Certain Funds To The General Fund; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions; And Amending The Laws Of Delaware.","description":"This Bill is the Fiscal Year 2013 Bond and Capital Improvements Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Introduced in House and assigned to Capital Infrastructure Committee","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB260/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ebcd6a380e16d71985257981007e8774?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":381455,"bill_number":"HCR31","title":"Proclaiming February As Children's Dental Health Month.","description":"This resolution proclaims February as Children’s Dental Health Month.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR31/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/155c1197e8ddeb3085257990007752d3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":381576,"bill_number":"HCR32","title":"Proclaiming The Week Of February 12-18, 2012 As “children Of Alcoholics Week” And Requesting The Governor To Issue A Proclamation For “children Of Alcoholics Week.”","description":"This concurrent resolution designates the week of February 12-18, 2012 as “Children of Alcoholics Week” and requests that the Governor issue a proclamation calling upon all State agencies and the people of the State of Delaware to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies, programs and activities.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR32/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/976fe2b000ff9e4885257989006b1986?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":381821,"bill_number":"SB175","title":"An Act Making Appropriations For The Expense Of The State Government For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2013; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; And Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions.","description":"This Bill is the Fiscal Year 2013 Appropriation Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB175/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b707cde4e4f5fdff85257981007254f7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":381937,"bill_number":"SCR26","title":"Adding Mountain Bike And Equestrian Groups To The Citizens Advisory Council To White Clay Creek State Park.","description":"This Concurrent Resolution adds representatives from a mountain bike and an equestrian group to the White Clay Creek State Park Citizens Advisory Council.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR26/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/03045eb0568d7f2d85257981006da57f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":412509,"bill_number":"HJR11","title":"Proclaiming March 2012 National Nutrition Month.","description":"This Joint Resolution proclaims the month of March 2012 National Nutrition Month.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR11/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4286345a2051b631852579a4004cd51a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":412521,"bill_number":"HB272","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Investigative Services Officers.","description":"This bill modifies the residence requirement of the Chief Investigative Services Officer from a county residency requirement to a state residency requirement. Chief Investigative Services Officers are required to perform statewide services. Many state employees work in one county but live in another. A county residency requirement can prevent qualified investigative services officers or other applicants from applying for the position of Chief Investigative Services Officer or require a well performing Chief Investigative Services Officer to be demoted if he or she decides that it is in his or her best interest to move to another county.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB272/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e4e082a0bf3e5487852579b3006db99b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":412537,"bill_number":"HB270","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Specific Offenses.","description":"This bill provides that a person who is convicted of graffiti and was under the age of 21 at the time of the offense shall lose his/her driver’s license for a period of 30 days for the first offense and between 90 and 180 days for a second or subsequent offense.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (PUBLIC SAFETY) in Senate with 6 On Its Merits, 1 Unfavorable","last_action_date":"2012-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB270/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b46d5ad13f6073698525798900584437?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":412554,"bill_number":"HB269","title":"An Act To Amend Title 13 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Powers And Duties Of The Department Of Services For Children, Youth And Their Families.","description":"This bill authorizes and requires that DSCYF run a credit report for each child in its care within 30 days of the child’s 16th and 17th birthdays. DSCYF will then review the credit report for any possible identity theft.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB269/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3bfe0807e1fd7bc1852579810071860d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":412572,"bill_number":"HB268","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To School Bullying.","description":"This bill requires that all reported incidents of bullying regardless of whether the incidents could be substantiated are reported to the Department of Education by a school district or charter school. The bill also requires that the telephone number of the Department of Justice School Ombudsman be provided to parents, students, faculty and staff and be displayed throughout schools. The bill requires the Department of Education to conduct random audits to ensure compliance with certain bullying reporting requirements by schools. Finally, the bill requires DOE to provide an annual report including all reported and all substantiated incidences of bullying and the results of certain audits regarding bullying reporting.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB268/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/54f6748dbcd8a5cc852579b400483047?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":412591,"bill_number":"HB267","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Travel Expenses For Elected County Officials.","description":"This Act eliminates the 1935, $2,500 cap (33 Del. Laws, c. 72) on aggregate necessary travel expenses for all members of all three County governing bodies (raised to $5,000 for New Castle County Council only, in 71 Del. Laws, c. 401). The language prohibiting reimbursement for travel by elected officials within New Castle County (adopted after issuance of the 1964 report and recommendation on reorganization of New Castle County Government) was eliminated in 1998 in 71 Del. Laws, c. 401, amending  1144 of Title 9 of the Delaware Code. That section now permits elected officials of County Council to receive their actual and necessary travel expenses incurred in the performance of their duties of office. This is in keeping with the practices of most governmental bodies, including the Delaware General Assembly. The 70-plus-year-old cap appears to contradict Section 1144 and would preclude any meaningful training for elected officials of the County governing body if construed to limit travel for training and meetings, including within and out of the County.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB267/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/35134371ee735e7a8525798f006dbcca?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":412628,"bill_number":"HB264","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To General Regulatory Provisions.","description":"This bill gives students with individualized education plans until the age of 21 to complete their driver education certification.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB264/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d65257e9eb63a705852579890076119a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":412645,"bill_number":"HB263","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Registration Of Vehicles.","description":"This act creates a special license plate for veterans of Operation Enduring Freedom.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-04-26","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 263 - Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB263/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c68bfd8e19aa77ea852579a4004df1e6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":412664,"bill_number":"HB262","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Hazardous Duty Pay.","description":"This Bill provides that employees serving in security-related or high-risk positions may be eligible for hazardous duty pay. Those positions would be designated by the Chief Justice in accord with the needs of each court. Funding for this additional pay would come from the Court Security Fund, established by 10 Del. C.  8505.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-03-08","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB262/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/41c09e35062b54818525799000784fc8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":412682,"bill_number":"HB261","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Termination Of Utility Service Or Sale.","description":"This bill amends the current utility medical certification program that protects customers with a medical certification from termination of utility services. The current medical certification law is so broad that it is being used as a method of bill avoidance by numerous customers who do not need to be on the program, which is impacting all customers of the utility. Thus, this bill clarifies the parameters for a utility medical certification and grants protections to customers who need to be on the program. In addition, this bill expands the class of medical professionals able to certify a condition to include both advanced nurse practitioners and physician assistants. This bill eliminates Christian Science practitioners as persons who can provide a certified signed statement. Furthermore, this bill allows for medical professionals from other states that have similar accreditation to Delaware to be able to provide certification as required by 117(d), Title 26 of the Delaware Code.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB261/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1b22e5f4e9f7f31085257996006e3dd8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":412698,"bill_number":"HB259","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Off-highway Vehicles.","description":"This Act clarifies the enforcement of Delaware’s driving under the influence statute as it relates to the operation of off-highway-vehicles. Title 21,  4177(c)(4), defines the term “vehicle” to include “any off-highway vehicle as defined in  101(39) of this title” and, but for Title 21,  6833, would allow application of the DUI statute to a person who operates an OHV while under the influence. The provisions of Chapter 68 (Registration and Control of Off-Highway Vehicles) apply in the event that there are conflicts between statutes and Title 21,  6816 controls the operation of an OHV while under the influence of alcohol, presenting a statutory conflict that thereby precludes DUI prosecution when the OHV is used on public roads or without a landowner’s permission. This Act provides that the OHV-DUI provisions apply only to operation on private property when an individual operates an OHV with the express consent of the property owner. It further provides that the DUI provisions of  4177, and its related provisions, will apply whenever the OHV is operated on private property without the owner’s consent, whenever the OHV is operated on public property or thoroughfares, or whenever another person is injured or killed by the operation of the OHV.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB259/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b7f475959a4d5ac8852579b90050b140?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":412714,"bill_number":"HB258","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Liens.","description":"This bill simplifies the procedures for selling a vehicle to satisfy a lien. Under the current law, a garagekeeper must institute a proceeding in a Justice of the Peace Court for permission to hold a sale for every vehicle for which the owner does not pay the repair bill. If this bill is enacted, the owner and all those with a security interest in the vehicle will be provided notice of the garagekeeper’s intent to sell the vehicle and the owner or other person must affirmatively apply to the Justice of the Peace Court within 60 days for a hearing. If the owner does not so apply, the garagekeeper may proceed with the sale without any further court proceedings. This bill is modeled after a similar law in the State of New York. As with its predecessor statute, this process may also be applied to liveries, stables, airports, and marinas.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Returned to the House","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB258/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/fd1e745e56a8a1118525798f007d7114?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":414099,"bill_number":"HB273","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To A Financial Literacy Program For High School Seniors.","description":"This bill establishes a mandatory financial literacy program for high school seniors in all public schools, including charter schools. The Secretary of the Department of Education and the State Treasurer shall develop and agree upon the curriculum of the program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB273/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3ba33d6f589e4df4852579b80055c5bd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":414731,"bill_number":"SB172","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To P-20 Council","description":"This bill adds a parent representative, the President of the Delaware Parent Teacher Association, to the P-20 Council.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB172/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b4e22d034284c8d4852579c00067ba58?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":414745,"bill_number":"SB170","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of Dewey Beach Relating To Aldermans.","description":"This Act serves to codify numerous policies that promote the autonomy of the Alderman’s Court and thereby foster public confidence in the Court. The Act describes the processes of nomination, appointment by the Governor and confirmation by the Senate. Pursuant to this Act, many of the policies applicable to the Magistrate’s Court are applied to Alderman’s Court, such as requirements to segregate the Court from the Town’s offices. It also codifies standards relating to vacancies, qualifications, duties and jurisdiction.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB170/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2b7e1e9761916611852579c000605828?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":414764,"bill_number":"SB169","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Establishing The Delaware Development, Relief, And Education For Alien Minors Or \"dream\" Act.","description":"This is the Delaware “DREAM” Act. “DREAM” is an acronym which stands for the Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act. The Delaware DREAM Act will permit undocumented students to pay tuition and fees at the in-state, resident rate at public institutions of higher education in the State of Delaware. If an applicant meets the criteria of the Act, they will qualify for in-state tuition rates and consideration for the SEED and Inspire scholarship programs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-15","last_action":"Assigned to Education Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-03-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB169/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6ee1e8d71620ab9b8525798f006ee3a0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":414781,"bill_number":"SB168","title":"An Act To Amend The Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Registration Of Vehicles.","description":"This bill transfers administration of the Animal Welfare License Fund from the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to the Department of Agriculture which currently manages the Delaware Spay/Neuter Program and Fund so as to consolidate administration of funds.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB168/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ac49b2901918c080852579900063b360?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":414803,"bill_number":"SB167","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Legality Of Any Ordinance, Code, Regulation Or Map Relating To Zoning.","description":"If a municipality or county passes a land-use ordinance that violates state law, an aggrieved party has only 60 days to file a court challenge. After that, the ordinance cannot be challenged, nor can subsequent decisions based on that ordinance be challenged based on its invalidity. This Bill seeks to remove that bar, recognizing that the enactment of an ordinance that violates state law cannot be legitimized by the passage of time.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-15","last_action":"SS 1 for SB 167 - Re-Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-04-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB167/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e88350989b4fb7f48525798800640c9d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":414823,"bill_number":"HB277","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 10 And 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Home Invasion And Burglary.","description":"This Act creates the criminal offense of home invasion as a new and separate crime in Delaware’s criminal code. Home invasion occurs when a person enters or remains unlawfully in someone else’s home, engages in or attempts to engage in certain crimes of violence against an occupant of the home, and causes physical injury to an occupant or is armed with a deadly weapon. Home invasion is a class B felony.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB277/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/45451779ed765c29852579c000724547?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":414842,"bill_number":"HB276","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Display Of The Pow/mia Flag.","description":"The bill requires State agencies, including all public schools, to display a POW/MIA flag on National POW/MIA Recognition Day.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-09-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB276/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/77796445783d5f7985257981004d2489?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":416471,"bill_number":"HB280","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 214, Volume 65 Of The Laws Of Delaware, As Amended, Relating To The Charter Of The Town Of Newport.","description":"This Act amends the Charter for the Town of Newport by: 1.) eliminating the requirement that a resident of the Town of Newport must have paid all taxes to hold the office of Mayor or Commissioner; 2.) changing the date of the organizational meeting for the Town of Newport from the second Monday in April to the third Thursday in April; 3.) providing for a method to allow the Town of Newport to create an earlier due date for payment of taxes; 4.) updating Charter language for a Town Alderman; 5.) addressing sidewalk maintenance; and 6.) providing for Charter changes through the General Assembly.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB280/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e6733d0abe92ff98852579c7004f44a9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":416509,"bill_number":"HCR33","title":"Recognizing The Strong Ties Between Canada And Delaware And Celebrating Canada Day In Delaware.","description":"This resolution recognizes the deep economic and cultural ties between Delaware and Canada and celebrates March 20, 2012, as “Canada Day in Delaware.”","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-20","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 19 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR33/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c2b68e9a1adda58c85257982006b2c2c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":416545,"bill_number":"SB171","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of Frankford Relating To Elections.","description":"This amendment to the Charter of Frankford establishes the date of the general election, voter eligibility and candidate eligibility. All other elections matters will be subject to State municipal election Laws.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB171/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1e18a0896599ae22852579c00065d4f5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":416580,"bill_number":"SB173","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The City Of Dover Related To Financial Affairs - Debt Limit.","description":"This act would expand and clarify the purposes for which bonds may be issued without a referendum vote.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB173/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/010be9798338b30c852579c10068228f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":416613,"bill_number":"SB174","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10, Chapter 43 Of The Delaware Code As It Relates To Evidence And Witnesses.","description":"First responders are placed in high-stress situations every time they are called upon to respond to an emergency or incident, since the extent of the emergency cannot be anticipated and the eventual outcome cannot be predicted. Many times first responders witness the death or serious injury to persons such as a young child or a fellow officer, become involved in a duty related shooting or in the investigation of a case where there has been a death or serious bodily injury inflicted upon a person. For example, stress caused by critical incidents have led to the law enforcement profession experiencing the second highest divorce rate in the nation. Similarly, police officers have one of the highest suicide rates among all professionals, and are more susceptible to domestic violence than those not affiliated with police work. Any first responder may develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after experiencing a critical incident, or after being exposed over a period of time to stress that he or she was unable to alleviate. PTSD can be debilitating to a first responder’s ability to function effectively in response to an emergency. This bill creates a confidentiality privilege between the first responder and a Critical Incident Stress Management team or team member to encourage first responders to seek stress management services in order to alleviate the high levels of stress they may experience as a result of their exposure to a critical incident so that they may continue to function effectively during emergency situations. CISM teams and team members are primarily comprised of first responders who have received training and certification from a nationally accredited CISM organization or network on peer-to-peer counseling. Peer-to-peer counseling is critical to the public safety as well as to safety and well-being of the first responder in that it is based upon trust and the confidence that comes from knowing that the officer is speaking with a peer who has had similar experiences with critical incidents. Imperative to the success of peer-to-peer counseling is confidentiality of a first responders’ statements given at the time CISM counseling is obtained by the first responder. A CISM counselor may not be compelled to testify in any legal proceeding as to statements made by a first responder who has received CISM counseling from the counselor to the extent that the statements are made during the course of a recognized CISM counseling session. The criteria for the privilege to attach are as follows: 1. The person holding the privilege must be a first responder; 2. The first responder must be acting in the course of his duties at the time he or she is exposed to the incident; 3. The first responder must have received CISM counseling as a result of a critical incident; 4. The CISM counselor must: a. Be certified by a nationally accredited Critical Incident Stress Management organization or network which has been recognized by the Council on Police Training;","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB174/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/dbc1cba21b75e74c852579bc005fa4ae?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":416924,"bill_number":"HCR36","title":"Recognizing Wednesday, March 21, 2012 Is \"kick Butts Day.\"","description":"This joint resolution recognizes March 21, 2012 is “Kick Butts Day” and encourages anti-smoking activism.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-21","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR36/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d23dc774872272da852579c70059bc9b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":416975,"bill_number":"HCR35","title":"Celebrating The 100th Anniversary Of The Girl Scouts Of The Usa, The 50th Anniversary Of The Girl Scouts Of The Chesapeake Bay Council, And Proclaiming 2012 As The \"year Of The Girl\" In The State Of Delaware.","description":"This concurrent resolution celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts of the USA and 50th anniversary of the Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay Council, and proclaims 2012 as the “Year of the Girl” in the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-21","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR35/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c0cf6b4e3ca0bfea852579c0005db12f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417029,"bill_number":"HB279","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Low Emission Vehicle Program.","description":"The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control by regulation has adopted the California Low Emission Vehicle Program effective for all new model year 2014 and subsequent motor vehicles. This bill requires the General Assembly to approve any such program before it can become effective in Delaware. The action of the Department adopts all provisions of the California Code of Regulations and adopts any order or enforcement action taken by the California Air Resources Board as such regulations and actions existed on December 1, 2010.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-21","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Natural Resources Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-03-21","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB279/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/934dd0385150b674852579c000640dee?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417450,"bill_number":"HB281","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Capitation Tax.","description":"This bill makes the Delaware law consistent in Sussex and Kent Counties by giving Sussex County government the same discretion as Kent County government to set its own capitation tax amount. As the law currently governs, Sussex County is required to set a minimum capitation tax amount of $3.00. This bill eliminates that requirement. New Castle County is not authorized to levy or collect a capitation tax.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB281/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/80300e480debacff852579c10065d1d6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417462,"bill_number":"HB282","title":"An Act To Amend Title 3 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Nutrient Management Commission.","description":"The purpose of this act is to provide more equitable representation of Delaware’s diverse agricultural operations within the governing body of the Nutrient Management Program. Currently, Delaware’s significant equine industry has no representative on the Nutrient Management Commission. This act will provide for that representation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB282/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/cdf2442607427ce7852579c10069d0b7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417473,"bill_number":"HB283","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Sussex County Government","description":"This bill makes the Delaware law consistent in Sussex and Kent Counties by giving Sussex County government the same discretion as Kent County government to enact its personnel rules administratively. As the law currently governs, Sussex County is required to refer all proposed personnel rules to the county’s Personnel Board, which requires adequate public notice and a formal public hearing. After the Personnel Board review and recommendation, the law requires the county government to adopt the proposed rule by ordinance, which requires a second adequate public notice and a second formal public hearing. This bill eliminates these requirements and allows Sussex County to enact its personnel rules administratively, the same as is allowed in Kent County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Assigned to Community/County Affairs Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-04-25","committee":"Community/County Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB283/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/13444cef3bb85632852579c100670108?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417485,"bill_number":"HB284","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delware Code Relating To Pensions.","description":"This bill provides pension eligibility for per diem employees of the Legislature. A per diem employee will be eligible to receive a service pension if he or she has 85 months of credited service as a per diem employee of the Legislature and was employed as such for at least 20 consecutive years.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-22","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-03-22","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB284/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/55c3f5c8a81085858525798f007b4ec8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417500,"bill_number":"HB290","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 3, 5, 6, 7, 9 10, 11, 16, 23, 29 And 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Sheriffs And Sheriff Deputies.","description":"This bill makes the Delaware law clear that the county sheriffs and their deputies do not have arrest authority. Historically the sheriffs and deputies have not exercised arrest authority and the Attorney General’s office has given an opinion that the sheriff’s “power to arrest is no greater than that shared by any citizen.”","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-03-22","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB290/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3511127004c4f659852579ad005195c3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417511,"bill_number":"HCR34","title":"Commending Amber Augustus For Being Selected Delaware’s State Teacher Of The Year For 2012 And Commending Each School District’s Teacher Of The Year.","description":"This Concurrent Resolution commends Amber Augustus on her selection as the Delaware State Teacher of the Year, as well as recognizing and commending each district and charter school’s Teacher of the Year.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-22","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 19 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR34/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f60e34fe2e1c1004852579c2005b270a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417522,"bill_number":"SB176","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Municipal Service Commission Of The City Of New Castle Relating To Redesignating The Governing Body Of The Municipal Services Commission Of The City Of New Castle From \"board\" To \"commission\", Clarifying That The Commission Can Obtain Private Property Within City Limits For Supplying And Distributing Electricity, Removing The Position Of Superintendent And Replacing It With One Or More Supervisors, Delineating The Power Of The Commission To Borrow Money Through The Issuance Of Revenue Bonds Or Other Debt Obligations With A Resolution Of City Council And To Have Control Over Such Money, Changing The Date Of The Requirement To Publish Financial Reports From July To December And Handing Over Possession Of Money To Be Used For The City's Water And Light Systems From The City Treasurer To The Treasurer Of The Commission.","description":"The Bill redesignates the governing body of the Municipal Services Commission of the City of New Castle from “Board” to “Commission”, clarifies that the Commission can obtain private property within city limits for supplying and distributing electricity, removes the position of Superintendent and replaces it with one or more Supervisors, delineates the power of the Commission to borrow money through the issuance of revenue bonds or other debt obligations with a resolution of City Council and to have control over such money, changes the date of the requirement to publish financial reports from July to December and hands over possession of money to be used for the City’s water and light systems from the City Treasurer to the Treasurer of the Commission.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"SS 1 for SB 176 - Passed by House of Representatives. Votes: Passed 39 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB176/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6db65ef306790e1c85257989006928fe?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417534,"bill_number":"SB177","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 4, Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Division Of Alcohol And Tobacco Enforcement.","description":"This is a housekeeping initiative to amend Title 4 of the Delaware to repeal  402 which states that the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement’s (DATE) main office is in New Castle County, Delaware. As a state agency, DATE provides services to all three counties in Delaware and this gives DATE the flexibility to centralize and improve the efficiency of its operations. DATE plans to continue to maintain its office in Wilmington at the Carvel State Office Building.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB177/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2e0b5fe265abd2ff852579c00073b429?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417547,"bill_number":"SB178","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Public Hearings.","description":"Currently, when a public hearing on a proposed Agency regulation is announced for not only a specific date and starting time but a specific ending time as well [example: on 4/22/12 from 7 pm until 9 pm], the public assumes that they can show up at 8:30 pm and be heard unless there are too many people already signed up to be heard. Unfortunately when a public hearing is sparsely attended the Agency may end the public hearing before the time advertised for its conclusion. This Act holds the Agency to the time frame announced for the public hearing. This Act also requires a 15 day window for written comments on a proposed Agency regulation following the conclusion of any public hearings on the regulation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB178/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e06395e5f12d960285257981007956ef?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417562,"bill_number":"SB179","title":"Amend Chapter 191 Of Volume 78 Of The Laws Of Delaware Relating To Postponing Its Effective Date.","description":"This Act delays implementation of HB 180 [which will create a journeyperson electrician and apprentice electrician license and will eliminate an exception that allows for unlicensed persons to perform electrical work under the supervision of electricians licensed under Chapter 14, Title 24 of the Delaware Code] for 2 years.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-22","last_action":"Assigned to Labor & Industrial Relations Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-03-22","committee":"Labor & Industrial Relations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB179/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d460acfa94862a00852579c0006a7771?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417571,"bill_number":"SB180","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Alcoholic Liquors.","description":"This Bill would create a new license type known as a “Craft Distillery” which would enable entities to obtain a license to distill spirits. Delaware law currently allows for Farm Wineries and Microbreweries to manufacture limited quantities of wine and beer and this would add the final type of alcoholic beverage. Licensing craft distilleries is a national trend and would allow businesses intending to distill alcohol to locate in Delaware, thereby creating additional jobs and potentially increasing the use of Delaware agricultural products.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB180/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7947c7a9d7c99119852579c10070c1d0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417583,"bill_number":"SB181","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Police Officers.","description":"State Fire Marshalls are certified by the Council on Police Training and must perform the duties of police officers itemized in this section. This Bill will provide them the statewide authority of other police officers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB181/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5a84e4f3ce7891cf852579c0006ef5ce?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417596,"bill_number":"SB182","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To New Castle County.","description":"In the event of a vacancy in the office of New Castle County President, this amendment removes the requirement for a costly special election. Where the vacancy is in the office of the President, the members of Council are required to appoint from amongst themselves a successor to assume the duties of the President for the remainder of the term without additional compensation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-22","last_action":"Assigned to Community/County Affairs Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-03-22","committee":"Community/County Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB182/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/48ac65a3a89f534a852579ba006988a7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417607,"bill_number":"SB183","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Department Of Correction Educational Services","description":"The purpose of this Bill is to remove the epilogue language from the Budget Bill and add this language to Title 14, establishing the Prison Education Unit. It establishes a minimum of ten teacher FTEs as Career and Technical Education Teachers for the purpose of providing job skills training to inmates before their release from a correctional facility. It also requires the Department of Correction’s Staff Training Unit to provide personnel to the Department of Education’s minimum qualification application review process for the selection of candidates for an interview. It requires the Department of Correction’s Bureau of Prisons to provide personnel to the Department of Education’s interview committee for the selection of new employees, and establishes a minimum time for the Department of Education to inform the Department of Correction of new hires for the mandatory Security Training Program provided by the Department of Corrections. Finally, it establishes the Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens as the third-party review agency for these prison Education Unit’s programs.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"SS 1 for SB 183 - Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB183/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/fbca55125860cfe785257991007a7744?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":417614,"bill_number":"SCR30","title":"Honoring Salesianum School Freshman Ben Hylak For His Hard Work And Creativity In Designing And Building An Innovative Telepresence Robot Known As “maya,” And Extending A Warm Welcome To Him And His Family Upon Their Visit To Legislative Hall.","description":"This Senate Concurrent Resolution honors Salesianum School freshman Ben Hylak for his hard work and creativity in conceiving, designing and building a telepresence robot, which he calls MAYA, for the purpose of helping elderly persons and others with mobility problems to communicate, and extends a warm welcome to him and his family on their visit to Legislative Hall.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-22","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR30/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1ca13f92ddf0b960852579c900553d09?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":418182,"bill_number":"HCR37","title":"Recognizing April 2012 As Child Abuse Prevention Month In Delaware.","description":"This Resolution recognizes April 2012 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Delaware. 3/26/2012 9:09 AM","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-29","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR37/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f0f20716468ba6b4852579c000793c61?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":418268,"bill_number":"HB285","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Expungement.","description":"This bill corrects technical errors to House Bill 177, passed in 2011 and dealing with juvenile expungement. Section 1 addresses confusion which has arisen regarding whether a Family Court judge may order expungement of charges arising in other counties. Sections 2, 3 and 4 address an accidental overlap in definitions of sex offenses in House Bill 177. The correction eliminates the overlap between misdemeanor and felony sex offenses and clarifies that a five-year wait applies before application may be made for discretionary expungement of a felony sex offense. Section 5 eliminates the requirement that the expungement order be sent by the Family Court to the federal Department of Justice. This communication is already handled by the State Police and the federal government will not accept the communication from the Courts.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB285/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/852473e1da8773e9852579c800757f43?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":418553,"bill_number":"SCR29","title":"Commending The Work Of Communities In Schools And Connecting Generations And Designating March 28, 2012 As Communities In Schools Of Delaware And Connecting Generations Day.","description":"This resolution commends the work of Communities in Schools and Connecting Generations the program that provides mentoring in our schools. It also designates March 28th to commemorate this program.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR29/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/88866eb6ba353325852579c7005368b6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":418572,"bill_number":"SB186","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Parking In Residence Districts.","description":"This Bill expands the restrictions against motor vehicle parking in residential districts to trailers that are not attached to a motor vehicle. It also limits the parking of non-oversized motor vehicles with trailers to locations immediately adjacent to the owner’s residence.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB186/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5d87e1f70a586bec852579820061e2f8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":418596,"bill_number":"SB184","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 And Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Athlete Agents.","description":"This Bill eliminates the portions of the Delaware Code, including the Delaware Uniform Athlete Agents Act, referring to the Board of Athlete Agent Examiners (“Board”), which has been sunsetted. Section 3 of the Bill repeals the provision of Delaware law which makes the Board subject to the State Administrative Procedures Act. Section 7 of the Bill repeals the reference to the Board in the list of entities under the jurisdiction of the Division of Professional Regulation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB184/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2184ebb6afd94a91852579c70062bdad?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":418621,"bill_number":"HJR12","title":"Recognizing April 2012 As Autism Awareness Month.","description":"This Joint Resolution recognizes the month of April 2012 as Autism Awareness Month.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR12/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/aff2242fa474084c852579a4004c2290?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":418646,"bill_number":"HCR38","title":"Encouraging Conformance With The Prohibition On The Use Of Electronic Communication Devices While Operating A Motor Vehicle On The Highways Of The State Of Delaware.","description":"This resolution encourages conformance with the law prohibiting the use of electronic communication devices while operating a motor vehicle on the highways of the State of Delaware, encourages cell phone carriers, automobile manufacturers, and cell phone manufacturers to continue public awareness campaigns, and further encourages cell phone carriers, automobile manufacturers, and cell phone manufacturers to adopt and implement, as quickly as possible, available technologies that will allow their customers to restrict the use of their cell phones while driving.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-29","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR38/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/26cb3c0133b0361d852579a000550fd2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":418671,"bill_number":"HB286","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Public Hearings Pursuant To The Administrative Procedures Act.","description":"This bill requires all State agencies to hold public hearings on all proposed regulatory changes except emergency regulations under  10119 of the Administrative Procedures Act and those presently exempted under  10113 of the Administrative Procedures Act. At present many agencies may choose not to hold public hearings for many proposed regulations. Agencies may choose to hold monthly meetings to consider proposed regulations, using existing staff and facilities to mitigate costs. DNREC and the Division of Professional Regulation are already required to hold these public hearings. The Department of Education holds regulatory change discussions during their regularly scheduled board meetings.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (HOUSE ADMINISTRATION) in House with 4 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB286/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5865f619f40a4094852579c0006ed88f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":418835,"bill_number":"HB289","title":"An Act To Amend Title 5 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Loans.","description":"This bill limits to five the number of short-term consumer loans (sometimes called payday loans) that any one borrower may obtain in a twelve month period. It changes the definition of short-term consumer loan to include loans up to $1000 rather than $500. The bill also provides for establishment of a database to track the number of short-term consumer loans an individual has obtained in a twelve month period. Finally, the Banking Commissioner is directed to provide a report on the prevalence and nature of these payday loans to the General Assembly.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB289/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a428a77d3d96cec4852579b400735c78?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":418881,"bill_number":"HB288","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Motor Vehicle Registration.","description":"This Act confirms that vehicle licensing fees included by motor vehicle lessors in vehicle rental transactions cover only the motor vehicle lessors’ costs for registering their vehicles in Delaware. If such fees are higher than the actual charges paid by motor vehicle lessors to register their vehicles in Delaware in any given year, they must reduce these charges the following year to keep the recovery of these fees charged to consumers equal to their costs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-03","last_action":"Assigned to Highways & Transportation Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Highways & Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB288/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9214799ccade444085257989007009c3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":418929,"bill_number":"HB287","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility.","description":"This bill declares that the Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility falls under the requirements of the State procurement laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-29","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Energy Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-03-29","committee":"Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB287/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/67d411e3c5456d0e852579c8005f3aa3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419490,"bill_number":"SB200","title":"An Act To Amend Title 13 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Fatal Incident Review Team.","description":"The Fatal Incident Review Team is a multiagency team that reviews all deaths and near deaths that occur as a result of domestic violence. This Act reduces the core number of Review Team members from eight to seven, by eliminating the requirement that a representative from the Department of Education serve as a mandatory member of the Fatal Incident Review. The Department of Education would serve in an ad hoc role as needed.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB200/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a0fb8f2bba7491a2852579d50053e00f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419501,"bill_number":"SB199","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Taxicab And Limousine Drivers.","description":"This Bill extends the requirement for drivers of limousines to obtain an endorsement by the Division of Motor Vehicles to operate taxis and limousines in the State. It also expands the crimes that would disqualify drivers from operating taxis and limousines upon the highways of this State to improve public safety. The division of Motor Vehicles shall promulgate regulations to carry out the administrative provisions of this Bill.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB199/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ce3a2bfc529adb36852579c8006ea3cb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419514,"bill_number":"SB198","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Distribution Of Certain Solicitations.","description":"The use of rocks or stones to allow advertisements and business solicitations greater distance when thrown on residential properties has become a concern due to the damage they can cause to private property, including vehicles in driveways. This Act seeks to prohibit the use of such weighted material.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (SMALL BUSINESS) in Senate with 5 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB198/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/93805e11dd39aa06852579c80067a822?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419526,"bill_number":"SB197","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Radiation Control.","description":"This Bill defines regulatory responsibilities of federal and state government with respect to radioactive material licensing and enforcement, revises text for brevity and makes other technical corrections.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB197/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5f3e8d433aa5e2a3852579c000625419?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419539,"bill_number":"SB196","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To 9-1-1 Services.","description":"This bill clarifies that the limitation of liability applies to the provision of NG9-1-1 service. This bill does not expand the current scope of the limitation but rather updates the language to account for change in the technology used to deliver 9-1-1 service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB196/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/da5abff108d7f3d5852579cf007526a2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419551,"bill_number":"SB195","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Home Construction And Improvement Protection.","description":"This Bill provides for disclosure materials and information to be distributed where additional density or bonuses have been granted by the local government. It also provides for penalties for failures to provide these materials at the discretion of the local jurisdiction.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Assigned to Community/County Affairs Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":"Community/County Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB195/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5322ef3e9517dd5e852579c1006115f5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419564,"bill_number":"SB194","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Polysomnographers.","description":"The Bill regulates the practice of polysomnography in Delaware. It establishes standards of education, experience and examination for polysomnographic professionals. The Bill further establishes a regulated framework and license process for those individuals engaged in the practice. The Bill reflects the intent of the General Assembly to ensure patient safety, access and quality of care in the field of polysomnography.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-09-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB194/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1185b09adbd692b4852579c00052b7ed?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419578,"bill_number":"SB193","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 14 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Conduct Of Delaware Public School Students","description":"This legislation provides for the development of a statewide, fact-based cyberbullying policy to be adopted by local school districts and charter schools. It also provides a means for the Department of Justice to assist in the defense of a district or school whose use of that statewide cyberbullying policy is subject to legal challenge. Author: Senator Sokola","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB193/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3bc9b2e05dc9a9d9852579ca0053137b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419590,"bill_number":"SB192","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The County And Municipal Police/firefighter Pension Plan.","description":"This bill ensures that the surviving family of a County/Municipal Police/Firefighter member who has died in the line of duty receives a survivor’s pension equal to three-quarters of the officer’s compensation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB192/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/79c5e031600ee4c6852579ce006eefbe?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419604,"bill_number":"SB191","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Instruction In Public Schools On The History Of Organized Labor In America And The Collective Bargaining Process.","description":"This Bill requires instruction in public schools on the history of organized labor in America and the collective bargaining process.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Amendment SA 1 - Introduced and Placed With the Bill in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB191/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2a706a949fd83889852578a300589d11?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419615,"bill_number":"SB189","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 18, Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Plumbing, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning And Refrigeration.","description":"Section 1 and Section 2 eliminate the apprenticeship equivalency exam (bypass exam) from the licensure process for plumbing and HVACR applicants. This exam is an unnecessary step in the licensure process as these applicants must take the standardized plumbing and HVACR examination required for all other applicants.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-03","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (SUNSET COMMITTEE (POLICY ANALYSIS & GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY)) in House with 5 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB189/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/412f9bfc68867b44852579c70058b0da?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419631,"bill_number":"SB188","title":"An Act To Amend Title 3 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Miscellaneous Provisions Concerning Animals.","description":"This bill would remove outdated language in this part of the Code, which was drafted before the 1873 General Corporation Law existed. It clarifies the Delaware SPCA’s status as a corporation, not as a body politic – a term which is undefined and unclear. Author: Senator Blevins","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB188/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1682030209851c018525797d006041bb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419643,"bill_number":"SB187","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Accident Reports And Statistics.","description":"This Bill amends 21 Del. C. 313 and 4203 as they pertain to information contained in accident reports which allow for the public inspection of information in those reports when (1) it is for purpose of researching the history of vehicles; (2) the information sought from the accident report does not disclose any identifying information of any reporting person or accident victim; and (3) the Department of Safety and Homeland Security finds that the public inspection of said information shall promote the interests of public safety. This allows the State to provide information to vendors such as CarFax who provide non-identifying information on the history of pre-owned vehicles to consumers who are interested in purchasing such a vehicle.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":"Public Safety & Homeland Security","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB187/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bf9624409af245b5852579c1005b6057?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419654,"bill_number":"SB185","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Registration Of Lobbyists.","description":"The Act generally requires lobbyists to disclose the bill, resolution, or regulation on which they are lobbying by making an electronic filing with the Public Integrity Commission within five business days of contact with a relevant public official. For budget appropriations bills and bond and capital improvements bills, the Act requires identification of the subject in the bill being lobbied. The Act further requires that the Public Integrity Commission, in coordination with Legislative Council and with the assistance of the Government Information Center, make such reports available on the internet in a manner in which they can be easily reviewed by bill, resolution, regulation, lobbyist or employer, and that regular updates be distributed to members of the General Assembly. Finally, the Act requires lobbyists to file registration forms registration and financial disclosure forms electronically. It also shortens the time frame for reporting updated lobbyist information to five business days, which will be consistent with the reporting period under the Act and reflects the ease of filing the updates electronically.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB185/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ecbaa3687e083bfb852579c10070cbd1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":419680,"bill_number":"HB296","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Services For Runaway And Homeless Youth.","description":"The existing laws underserve runaway and homeless youth. This Bill will address needs of these youth in crisis in meaningful, effective, efficient, and cost effective ways. This Act establishes a comprehensive system of support resources and services that directly targets the runaway and homeless youth population. Data collection and reporting is also required by this Bill as a means of measuring the effectiveness of the programming and to promote future program design and implementation. This data will also reveal important predictors which can assist with identifying troubled youth before they are in crisis.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Introduced in House and assigned to Health & Human Development Committee","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB296/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0c3d1c8dd306aa23852579890078ecbf?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":419910,"bill_number":"HB299","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.","description":"This bill requires Delaware students to learn CPR to be granted a high school diploma from a Delaware high school.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB299/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/969c9d5dd74309c0852579ce005cd1e2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419922,"bill_number":"SB201","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of South Bethany As Amended.","description":"This bill clarifies that municipal elections in the Town of South Bethany must be conducted in accordance with state laws governing municipal elections. This bill allows the Town Manager to execute legal documents on behalf of the Town in the event that the Mayor is unavailable to do so and clarifies that the Town Council may hold “workshop” meetings, as needed, in addition to regular Council meetings. This bill increases the short-term borrowing limit of the Town from $100,000 to 20% of the Town’s operating revenue for the immediately preceding fiscal year. In instances where the Town will not be borrowing money, this bill eliminates the need to hold a public hearing and special election for capital expenditures in excess of $100,000.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB201/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2c6d268a64b0e0ae852579d50069e8c0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419934,"bill_number":"SB202","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Property Insurance Contracts (declinations, Renewals And Cancellations Of Property Insurance Contracts).","description":"This bill allows the Delaware Insurance Commissioner to promulgate a regulation establishing uniform policy language regarding the applicability of wind, hail, and hurricane deductibles, along with the form of notice provided under homeowner’s insurance policies utilizing a hurricane deductible program. Delaware insurance law, regulations, and bulletins currently provide no guidance regarding this subject.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-02","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB202/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8e4d4dfd49e81c71852579d5005a9c67?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":419944,"bill_number":"SB203","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Captive Insurance And Risk Retention Groups.","description":"This Bill is pursuant to the NAIC Insurance Holding Company Systems Regulatory Act and the NAIC Model Risk Retention Act. This Bill results in Delaware domiciled risk retention groups (RRGs) complying with uniform standards established for all RRGs and will ensure compliance with the Part A accreditation standards for RRGs, which became required on January 1, 2011. It makes RRGs subject to similar policyholder protections applied to traditional coverage. Failure to adopt this Bill will cause Delaware to lose its accreditation. This Bill also limits an RRG from concentrating its coverage of risk on a single risk or policyholder. Consequently, this limitation prevents a material financial loss in the event the single risk has adverse insurance experience by mandating a spreading of the risk by making RRGs subject to Chapter 18, Title 18. The Bill’s changes are pursuant to the NAIC Insurance Holding Company Systems Regulatory Act and the NAIC Model Risk Retention Act. It will result in Delaware domiciled RRGs complying with uniform standards established for all RRGs and will ensure compliance with the Part A accreditation standards for RRGs, which became required on January 1, 2011. It further makes RRGs comport with the rules governing managing general agents, which typically not only have the authority to solicit and sell insurance coverage, but they can also have expanded authority to settle claims, negotiate reinsurance, issue policies, or handle regulatory compliance, by making RRGs subject to Subchapter III of Chapter 9, Title 18. It mandates that RRGs comply with the credit for reinsurance statute which results in RRGs properly using reinsurance as a means to transfer risk, by making RRGs subject to Chapter 16, Title 18. The Bill also mandates that reinsurance brokers who assist RRGs in placing reinsurance are licensed as reinsurance intermediaries. Author: Senator Bushweller","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB203/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8a6e1e97a3039850852579d5005b1cf0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":420068,"bill_number":"HB301","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Electricians And Electrical Contractors.","description":"On June 30, this bill returns paragraphs (1) and (2) of 1419(a), Title 24 to their present placement in Title 24 instead of their being removed on June 30, 2012. House Bill No. 180 that removed paragraphs (1) and (2) passed on a consent calendar and went unnoticed by many people, including electricians and legislators.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability) Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":"Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability)","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB301/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6eb76fbc367c0131852579ce006d946c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":420083,"bill_number":"HCR41","title":"Recognizing The University Of Delaware Women’s Basketball Team And Commending Them On An Extraordinary 2011-2012 Season.","description":"This House Concurrent Resolution congratulates the University of Delaware Women’s Basketball team on an inspiring and record-breaking season.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 19 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR41/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c858271c75153163852579d000743bef?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":420100,"bill_number":"SB204","title":"An Act To Amend The Laws Of Delaware And Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Gun Safety.","description":"This Bill recognizes the success of the Community Firearm Recovery Program. It removes the sunset provision from the original Act. It also provides for the Fund to Combat Violent Crimes Committee to allocate appropriated funds to various police agencies applying for use of Community Firearm Recovery Program Funds on an ongoing basis","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Defeated by Senate. Votes: Defeated 8 YES 13 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB204/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5a9aa886d09b1af4852579c80072db60?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":420116,"bill_number":"SCR31","title":"Commemorating The Outstanding Achievements And Contributions Made By Scottish-americans To The United States By Proclaiming April 6, 2012 As National Tartan Day.","description":"When the United States was first formed and the thirteen states selected their first governors, nine were of Scottish ancestry. All the members of the first American cabinet had Scottish ancestry. Delaware’s first governor – John McKinly, was born in Northern Ireland of Scottish descent. Americans of Scottish descent have played a vibrant and influential role in the development of this country. However, not until 1997 was this influence recognized by a single-year U.S. Senate Resolution that appeared in the Congressional Record of April 7, 1997. In 1998 National Tartan Day was officially recognized on a permanent basis when the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 155 recognizing April 6th as National Tartan Day. This was followed by companion bill House Resolution 41 which was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on March 9, 2005. President George W. Bush signed a Presidential Proclamation on April 4, 2008 making April 6 National Tartan Day. In April of 2008, then Governor Minner issued a statement celebrating the accomplishments of Scots-Irish Americans in the First State as part of a Scots/Scots-Irish Heritage Month. April 6 commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath in 1320, which asserted Scotland's sovereignty over English territorial claims, and which was a significant influence on the American Declaration of Independence. Canada has been celebrating \"National Tartan Day\" since 1993. The idea and motivation for creating a similar American holiday was provided by the Scottish Coalition, a group of national Scottish- American cultural organizations.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR31/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2fe06e9c2ef93d12852579ba0058d49a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":420133,"bill_number":"SCR33","title":"Designating April 26, 2012 As \"engineering And Technology Education Day\" In The State Of Delaware.","description":"Establishes April 26, 2012 as Engineering and Technology Education Day in the State of Delaware to emphasize the importance of technological literacy.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR33/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8ba9e982f6ccf7e2852579ba0068d466?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":420150,"bill_number":"SCR34","title":"Establishing A State Transition Task Force For Emerging Adults With Disabilities And Special Health Care Needs.","description":"This Resolution creates a State Transition Task Force for Emerging Adults with Disabilities and Special Health Care Needs (the “Task Force”) within the Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens (GACEC) with research support from the University of Delaware Center for Disabilities Studies (CDS) and the Catalyst Center. The Task Force shall study the transitional needs of children and youth with disabilities and special health care needs and develop strategies to ensure successful transition from children and adolescent services into adult services. The Task Force shall present a final report of its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly within one year of the passage of this Resolution. Author: Senator Hall-Long","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR34/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5879b6c67b5f849e852579c80054e5d2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":420161,"bill_number":"SCR35","title":"Proclaiming The Week Of April 22 Through April 28, 2012 As Administrative Professionals Week.","description":"The International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) is the world’s largest association for administrative support staff, with nearly 600 chapters and 28,000 members and affiliates worldwide. Administrative Professionals Week, formerly Professional Secretaries Week, is a long-standing tradition of honoring secretaries, office managers, clerical supervisors, and other administrative professionals, during the last full week of April. Over the years, Professional Secretaries Week has become one of the largest workplace observances. The event is celebrated worldwide, bringing together millions of people for observances ranging from community luncheons and educational seminars to individual recognition for specific administrative professionals. This tradition continues as Administrative Professionals Week.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR35/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ce50a7e0ef28246b852579ba0059adce?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422166,"bill_number":"HB300","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Enhanced Disclosure, Reporting And Disclaimer Requirements In Delaware's Campaign Finance Laws.","description":"The Delaware Elections Disclosure Act would reform and modernize Delaware’s election disclosure laws, and would accomplish several things. First, it would close a major loophole under existing law by requiring persons, other than political candidates and parties, who engage in “electioneering communications” before an election to file a report disclosing (among other things) the sources of funding for such ads. Under current law, persons who buy campaign ads that are not coordinated with any candidate (known as “independent expenditures”) must file disclosure reports, but only if the ads expressly advocate for the election or defeat of a clearly identified candidate. Persons who buy ads that do not use “magic words” such as “vote for Smith” or similar terms are not required to file reports under existing law. As a result, persons who advocate indirectly for a candidate (for example, “Call Candidate X and tell him he’s wrong on education”) are not required to file reports. This bill would close that loophole by requiring reports for electioneering communications – i.e., third party advertisements that refer to a clearly identified candidate and are publicly distributed within 30 days before a primary or special election, or 60 days before a general election. This requirement will provide crucial information to voters in the days before an election and “help citizens make informed choices in the political marketplace.” Citizens United v. FEC, 130 S.Ct. 876 (2010). Second, this Act would require all third-party advertisements having a fair market value of $500 or more to include the following statement: “Learn more about [name of person] at [Commissioner of Elections’ web address].” By informing voters that they can review the campaign finance reports filed by the person who placed the ad, this requirement will help reduce the risk or appearance of undue influence and promote compliance with existing campaign finance laws. Third, this Act would require any third party that spends $500 or more on advertisements during an election period to file a report with the Elections Commissioner within 24 hours of such expenditure. (If the expenditure occurs more than 30 days before a primary or 60 days before a general election, the report must be filed within 48 hours.) Under existing law, independent expenditure reports must be filed within 24 hours if the expenditure occurs within 20 days of an election. Otherwise, independent expenditures are disclosed only in 30-day and 8-day reports. This revised reporting procedure will ensure more timely dissemination of critical information to voters before an election. Finally, this Act would enhance disclosure requirements by requiring entities that contribute more than $1,200 to political action committees or political parties during an election cycle to disclose the name and address of a “responsible party” – that is, someone who shares or exercises direction or control over the entity’s activities. In addition, this bill would enhance and clarify the disclosure requirements for the filing of Statements of Organization by political committees.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB300/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/afaa4af51b0e8f9a852579e4005d6752?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422205,"bill_number":"HB302","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 And Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Licensure Of Thermal System Insulation Mechanics.","description":"This bill creates the Board of Thermal System Insulation. The bill provides for licensing requirements for individuals that install or maintain thermal system insulation. This bill will not affect thermal system insulation work done on a single family residence. This bill will take effect on June 30, 2013.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-04-24","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB302/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d22bdc523276d3a2852579c1005279e9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422243,"bill_number":"HB303","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To School Based Health Centers And Insurance.","description":"School Based Health Centers exist in 28 Delaware high schools and provide convenient and effective health services to students. The federal government is requiring that Delaware change the manner in which it bills for SBHC services, by requiring that private insurers be billed before Medicaid is billed. This legislation establishes the framework for doing such billing.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB303/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9ea22fe3777ec867852579ce0049772d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422284,"bill_number":"HB304","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Special License Or Registration Plates.","description":"This Bill creates a special license plate for members of the Civil Air Patrol if 25 persons apply for such a plate.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB304/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e3fe199b58adc5d785257981005d6be3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422324,"bill_number":"SCR36","title":"Thanking The Parent Teacher Association (the “pta”) For Its 115 Years Of Service And Dedication To Our Children, Our Schools And Our Communities.","description":"This Concurrent Resolution commends the Parent Teacher Association for its 115 years of service, as well as on the Association’s efforts to educate others on the Common Core State Standards. It also recognizes April 25, 2012, as “State PTA Day” in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-04-24","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR36/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/554a3f3161256261852579dd00515300?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422481,"bill_number":"HB305","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Energy Act.","description":"This bill clarifies that the Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility is deemed an “agency” and not a “covered agency”, as those terms are defined in 29 Del.C.  6902.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-25","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (ENERGY) in House with 4 Favorable, 1 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB305/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9090174543025618852579ea0070bb44?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422493,"bill_number":"HCR39","title":"Proclaiming April 25, 2012 As \"early Childhood Advocacy Day.\"","description":"This concurrent resolution proclaims April 25, 2012 as \"Early Childhood Advocacy Day\" to affirm the importance of quality early care and education for every citizen and every sector of our State, to celebrate the accomplishments of the past year, and to rededicate ourselves to our shared responsibility for the construction and support of an early childhood system in Delaware that will positively impact children, families, communities, and workforce and economic development across the State.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-04-25","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 19 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR39/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/78cf2359be03b205852579ea00540f7b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422506,"bill_number":"SB190","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Healthy Pregnancies For Incarcerated Women Act.","description":"This Bill recognizes the adverse impact of restraining prisoners who are pregnant and its danger to a woman’s well-being during this time. The Bill ensures that a correctional institution does not use restraints on a pregnant prisoner except under very limited circumstances. It also requires correctional facilities to adopt rules to comply with the Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB190/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e235b239dff5c4a1852579c100605ec3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422519,"bill_number":"SB205","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Manufactured Homes And Manufactured Home Communities.","description":"This Bill provides that if an owner desires to raise the average rentals charged to homeowners in a manufactured home community more than the increase in the Consumer Price Index For All Urban Consumers for the preceding year, the owner must seek approval of the Governor’s Advisory Council on Manufactured Housing. The Council will consider evidence regarding increases in the cost of operating and maintaining the affected community. If the Council finds that the owner has demonstrated that the cost of operating and maintaining the community has been more than the CPI-U, it will approve an appropriate increase.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Defeated by House of Representatives. Votes: Defeated 14 YES 22 NO 5 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB205/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/010d04020b065cc2852579c900730afe?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422533,"bill_number":"SB206","title":"An Act Amending Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To School Teen Dating Violence And Sexual Assault.","description":"This Bill requires school districts and charter schools to establish a policy on responding to Teen Dating Violence and Sexual Assault, including guidelines on mandatory reporting and confidentiality, a protocol for responding to incidents of Teen Dating Violence and Sexual Assault and training on the issue. School districts and charter schools shall add comprehensive healthy relationships programming as part of the student health classes.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB206/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c80e22b222b5586e852579cf0049e61b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422545,"bill_number":"SB207","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Exceptional Persons.","description":"Currently, 14 Del. C.  3122 implements requirements under the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (“IDEA”) regarding the duty of school districts to locate, identify, and evaluate all children in need of special education and related services. The IDEA was amended to require that local school districts identify, locate, and evaluate all children who are in need of special education and related services and attending private schools at the election of their parents when the private schools being attended are located within the school district boundaries. This Act clarifies state law provisions regarding the “child find” duty in a manner consistent with current IDEA requirements. The Act also amends the administrative hearing system under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and 14 Del. C. 3101 et seq. relating to hearing panels that address complaints from parents about special education services. Those panels consist of an educator, a layperson, and a Delaware attorney, who serves as chairperson of the hearing panel. The IDEA recently added hearing officer competency requirements to ensure IDEA appeals are heard professionally. This Act amends state law to give the Department more flexibility in appointing attorney panel members who meet IDEA competency requirements but may not practice law in Delaware.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB207/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/fd9d33959f53afba852579ce0058bcac?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422557,"bill_number":"SB208","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Family Court.","description":"This bill eliminates imperiling the family relationship as a cause of action in Family Court. With the enactment of the protection from abuse legislation, the imperiling the family relationship cause of action is no longer necessary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-25","last_action":"Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-04-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB208/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/edd51a2de3a0e884852579ce006891f3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422571,"bill_number":"SB209","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Obstruction Of Justice.","description":"This Act provides an important tool for combatting obstruction of justice by those who would purposely make false statements to law-enforcement during criminal investigations. Federal investigators and many states’ law-enforcement officers rely on statutory provisions specifically enacted to prevent those interviewed in the course of criminal investigations from providing false information. See, e.g., 18 U.S.C.  1001 (False Statements Accountability Act of 1996). Delaware has no such statute and, therefore, Delaware law-enforcement officers and agencies regularly face witnesses who seek to prevent, hinder or delay criminal investigations by lying with impunity to those officers. This Act closes that gap by allowing for the prosecution of one who intends to obstruct a criminal investigation by knowingly providing a false and material statement to law-enforcement.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB209/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4abb4e3e2aa0e664852579ce005f2c2d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422583,"bill_number":"SB210","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Paramedic And Other Emergency Medical Service Systems","description":"This Bill amends Title 16 of the Del. Code, Chapters 97 and 98 to be consistent with changes to EMS practitioner titles based on changes to the U.S. Department of Transportation, National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards and National Standard Curricula, and the National Registry of EMT’s (NREMT), the national certifying agency for EMS providers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB210/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/82f629d51cf1e953852579cf005b2307?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422591,"bill_number":"SCR37","title":"Commending The Students Selected As Secretary Of Education Scholars Of 2012.","description":"This concurrent resolution commends the students selected as Secretary of Education Scholars of 2012 and extends its best wishes for their continued success.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-04-25","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR37/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6e010197cc52f49f852579ea00552469?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422732,"bill_number":"HB306","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Regulatory Flexibility Act.","description":"This bill requires that a proposed regulation may not be published in the Register of Regulations unless the agency proposing the regulation has complied with all the applicable provisions of this chapter.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-26","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-04-26","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB306/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5189c3c7bbeae8d1852579cf006c2447?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422751,"bill_number":"HB307","title":"An Act To Reincorporate The Charter Of The City Of New Castle, Chapter 216, Volume 27, Laws Of Delaware, As Amended, Entitled \"an Act Amending, Revising And Consolidating The Charter Of The City Of New Castle\".","description":"The Bill makes various changes to the City of New Castle Charter while retaining the substance of the original charter. Significant changes include providing for four year staggered terms for elected officials rather than 2 year non-staggered terms; changing the official name of the municipality from “The Mayor and Council of New Castle” to “The City of New Castle”; providing for a three tiered system of borrowing as follows: (1) borrowing by City Council resolution permitted for short term operational expenses limited to a maximum of $500,000; (2) borrowing by City Council resolution permitted for capital expenditures limited to 1.2% of total assessed real estate value; and (3) all other borrowing via City wide referendum.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB307/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/033122e25885a021852579e6006365e4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422771,"bill_number":"HB310","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 80, Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Violations Of Campaign Finance Laws.","description":"This bill enhances the penalties applicable to the late filing of election disclosure reports by increasing the penalty for a late filing from $50 per month to $50 per day. In addition, it provides that a reporting party who files an incomplete report will be subject to the same penalties as a reporting party who files a tardy report. Any reporting party who fails to include the “paid for by…” disclaimer required by  8021 of this title shall be fined $500 or 25% of the cost of the ad, whichever is greater. In addition, this bill strengthens due process and clarifies the appeal procedure by requiring the Commissioner to send written notice whenever a report is late or incomplete, and providing for a 30-day appeal period. If a tardy report is not filed or corrected within 30 days after (i) the Commissioner determines that such tardiness is not due to reasonable cause, or (ii) the end of the appeal period, then the Commissioner must notify the Attorney General’s Office that the reporting party has failed to file such report.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB310/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6e93839d173f9e49852579e4005fa5d4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422790,"bill_number":"HJR13","title":"Establishing New Reporting Dates For The Communications Tax Review Group.","description":"This Joint Resolution extends the reporting date of the Communications Tax Review Group from March 15, 2012, to May 1, 2013. It also requires an informal status update by June 30, 2012.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR13/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6183e799e792f306852579d500692c05?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422811,"bill_number":"HR27","title":"Joining Ywca Delaware In Taking A “stand Against Racism” On The 27th Day Of April 2012.","description":"This Resolution recognizes April 27, 2012 as Stand Against Racism Day.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-04-26","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR27/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/94002a0aa0797956852579ce0065122e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422830,"bill_number":"HR28","title":"Recognizing April 28, 2012 As \"workers' Memorial Day\".","description":"This resolution recognizes April 28, 2012 as “Workers’ Memorial Day”.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-04-26","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR28/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1f22fd44f55aa61c852579c000674644?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":422846,"bill_number":"SCR32","title":"Commending The Delaware State Dental Society On The Achievements Of Its Ninth Annual Give Kids A Smile Program, And Recognizing Its Continuing Efforts.","description":"This Resolution commends the Delaware State Dental Society on the success of its Ninth Annual Give Kids a Smile Program.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-04-26","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR32/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/67ee1248a3b34ccf852579c10077dd90?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423376,"bill_number":"HCR43","title":"Requesting The Office Of Management And Budget And The Delaware Economic Development Office To Evaluate The Feasibility Of Applying A Credit For Manufacturers Located In Delaware In Designating State Contract Vendors And Eliminating Certain Contract Requirements.","description":"This resolution requests that the Office of Management and Budget and the Delaware Economic Development Office research the potential of applying a credit in the application consideration process when selecting vendors to be approved and designated a State contract specified vendor. This consideration and/or credit in the process will recognize that the applicant vendor is a Delaware manufacturer located in Delaware and making a Delaware product and providing employment within the State.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR43/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/159fa8ebcaf5f323852579d5006162a1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423385,"bill_number":"HCR42","title":"Requesting An Opinion From The Justices Of The Delaware Supreme Court Regarding Sheriffs' Power Of Arrest.","description":"This concurrent resolution requests that the Justices of the Delaware Supreme Court give to the members of the General Assembly the Court’s opinion in writing as to whether or not the county sheriffs and their deputies have the authority to arrest under any provision in the Constitution of this State.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR42/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/848bacce9c7d3c13852579ce00583d13?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423397,"bill_number":"HB320","title":"An Act To Amend Title 3 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Horse Racing.","description":"This bill formally designates Delaware Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association Inc. (DTHA) as the sole representative for horse owners and trainers negotiating agreements to conduct live Thoroughbred horse racing. Presently, Delaware Park is the only authorized video lottery agent that also conducts Thoroughbred horse racing meets. DTHA has been incorporated since 1990 and has been bargaining with Delaware Park on behalf of Thoroughbred horse owners and trainers for approximately 18 years. This bill has no application to Arabian horses or the Eastern Arabian Racing Alliance also racing at Delaware Park.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Gaming & Parimutuels Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":"Gaming & Parimutuels","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB320/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/09de255812c6e88b852579c70072ba3f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423410,"bill_number":"HB319","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 19 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To An Employment First Priority Policy For Persons With Disabilities.","description":"All persons with disabilities, including veterans with service-connected disabilities, have a right to the opportunity for competitive employment. To promote the realization of this right, this bill creates the Employment First Act. The Act requires that state agencies that provide services and support to persons with disabilities shall consider, as their first option, competitive employment in an integrated setting for persons with disabilities. The Act does not require an employer to give preference to hiring persons with disabilities. The Act requires all state agencies to follow this policy for employment by coordinating and collaborating efforts among agencies. In addition, agencies may share data and information whenever possible across systems in order to track progress. State agencies may adopt rules and regulations to implement the Act. This Act further establishes an Employment First Oversight Commission as part of the State Council for Persons with Disabilities. The Commission reviews measurable goals and objectives as submitted to it by each relevant state agency to ensure implementation of the Act. The Commission tracks the measurable progress of state agencies in implementing the Act. The Commission prepares an annual report as part of the annual report submitted by the State Council for Persons with Disabilities to the Governor and the General Assembly. The report details progress made toward the goals and objectives as well as strategies and policies to help realize the employment first initiative.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-16","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB319/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/aff2fc8367d02d67852579c80076c8a5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423426,"bill_number":"HB318","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 176, Volume 74 Laws Of Delaware, As Amended, Relating To The Charter Of The Town Of Smyrna.","description":"Section 1 creates a simpler mechanism to update the Town’s municipal boundaries. Section 2 updates and revises annexation procedures in the Town. Under these procedures, an annexation vote is not required where 1) all persons of record either petition the annexation or consent in writing to the annexation and 2) no one who would have qualified to vote, had an annexation vote been held, files a written objection to the annexation. When an annexation vote is required, individuals and entities owning property in the annexation area are authorized to vote, as are residents of the annexation area who would qualify to vote in a Town election if the territory were to be annexed into Town. The section outlines the procedures for holding annexation elections, as well as the annexation procedures to be followed by the Town Council and Planning Commission. Section 3 authorizes the Town to enact civil penalties or criminal penalties. Section 4 provides a mechanism for the Town to ensure code compliance when common property owned by an association is not maintained in accordance with the Town Code. Section 5 outlines the representation of the Town through Council members elected at-large and through representative districts, requires the Town to review the districts with the release of each decennial census to verify that districts are reasonably equal in population, and this section outlines procedures to be followed when new districts are created. This section outlines qualifications to run for Council and addresses what happens when no one files to run for a Council seat. This section outlines the election procedures that are followed in the Town and revises the procedures to conform to the Delaware Municipal Elections statute. Section 6 prohibits elected officials from taking office sooner than 7 days following an election (in compliance with the Delaware Municipal Elections statute). Section 7 outlines the duties and powers of the Mayor and procedural steps required for the Mayor to act in instances of emergency. Section 8 deletes the provisions prohibiting contracting with the Town because this is controlled by 29 Del. C. Ch. 58. Section 9 outlines educational opportunities available to the Town Council and authorizes reimbursement for business expenses. Section 10 specifies the Town Manager’s appointment, responsibilities, and contract provisions. Section 11 sets forth procedures for the Mayor to appoint, and Council to confirm, boards, commissions, and committees. Section 12 changes the deadline for the budget from the second Council meeting in December to the first Council meeting in December. Section 13 corrects a typographical error that exists in the current Charter. Section 14 changes the audit deadline from April 15 to June 30. Section 15 specifies that the Board of Assessment shall be composed of 3 people who serve for a one-year term. Section 16 requires the Town Council to assess property of the Board of Assessment by an affirmative vote of five Council members. Section 17 clarifies that the Town may add to tax bills expenses the Town incurs to bring a property into compliance with the Town Code. Section 18 clarifies that notice of the annual assessment shall include procedures for appealing the assessment. Section 19 allows two or three members of Council to hear assessment appeals of taxpayers and clarifies that a Board of Assessment member shall be available at the appeals hearing. Section 20 allows two or three members of Council to hear supplemental assessment appeals. Section 21 changes the deadline for paying taxes early (in order to receive a discount) from June to July. Section 22 amends the Town Manager’s tax collection powers to comply with Title 9 as it has been recently amended. Section 23 authorizes the Town’s Board of Elections to act as the Board of Special Elections in borrowing proceedings and specifies that the voting polls in such proceedings shall be open for at least 6 hours. Section 24 authorizes the Town Council to delegate the authority to determine the form of bonds (e.g. interest rate, classes, series, maturity, callable or redeemable features) to the Town Manager, Mayor or a special committee. Section 25 clarifies that the Town’s electric generation powers include renewable energy, such as solar power, and include the leasing electric facilities. 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{"bill_id":423436,"bill_number":"HB317","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Kindergarten Readiness.","description":"This bill provides that the Department of Education shall through Rules and Regulations establish a statewide readiness tool that will review a child’s readiness for learning when they enter kindergarten. The tool will be phased in starting in Fall 2012 with statewide implementation no later than Fall 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB317/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5fc193e049c07c40852579ea0049360d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423448,"bill_number":"HB316","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Tax Credits For Broadband Services To Underserved And Rural Areas.","description":"This bill creates a tax credit for furnishing broadband services to underserved and rural areas as defined by the Federal Internal Revenue Code.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB316/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5e8e64b3f3e2c456852579ad006ccbe8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423460,"bill_number":"HB315","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Emergency Medical Services Systems.","description":"This bill establishes the Emergency Medical Services for Children program within the Office of Emergency Medical Services, and places the committee chair on the Delaware Emergency Medical Services Oversight Council. This program addresses the pediatric specific needs of Delaware’s children in the Emergency Medical Services system. This program is a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) required performance measure, so its establishment will help preserve federal funding for the Delaware Emergency Medical Services Oversight Council.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB315/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f97e4cbb3f495669852579ce005b180e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423477,"bill_number":"HB314","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 And Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Statewide Programs For The Deaf, Hard Of Hearing And Deaf-blind Including The Delaware School For The Deaf.","description":"This bill deletes all references in the Delaware Code to the Margaret S. Sterck School for the Deaf and now references the Statewide Programs for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf-Blind.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB314/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/787af1fa5c38c49a85257975006a6d1c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423490,"bill_number":"HB313","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Provider Advisory Board.","description":"This bill makes changes that will more specifically define the membership of the Provider Advisory Board.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB313/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/874d00d8fbc48791852579eb0071a720?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423501,"bill_number":"HB312","title":"An Act To Amend Volume 60, Chapter 140, Laws Of Delaware, As Amended, Entitled \"an Act To Incorporate The Village Of Ardentown\", Relating To Corporate Limits And Town Meetings.","description":"This Act amends the Charter of the Village of Ardentown by modifying the corporate limits of the Village. The Act further amends the Charter by increasing the length of the term served by the Chairperson of the Town Meeting from one year to two years. The Act limits the Chairperson to two consecutive terms. Effective November 2012, the Chairperson is elected in every even-numbered year. The Act further amends the Charter by increasing the length of the term served by the Secretary of the Town Meeting from one year to two years. The Secretary shall be elected in every odd-numbered year effective November 2013. In the absence of the Chairperson, the Secretary or someone designated by the Chairperson may preside over Town Meetings. The Act also amends the Charter by correcting a technical error.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB312/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b6117e01f28b5f5c852579c7005435d4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423516,"bill_number":"HB311","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Admission, Maintenance And Discharge Of Patients With Mental Conditions.","description":"This bill significantly updates the laws under which a person can be held involuntarily for up to 24 hours for a mental health evaluation. In place of the current system where a person is transported in handcuffs by police to a hospital emergency department, the bill allows a psychiatrist or credentialed mental health screener to evaluate a person anywhere and then transport that person to the most appropriate location for evaluation or treatment in the most appropriate and least restrictive manner. The changes in this bill will be phased in over a year to ensure that the greatly expanded, community-based services are fully operational before the complete change in procedure takes place.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 311 - Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB311/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/17c1fea1f4527906852579ea005538bb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423529,"bill_number":"HB309","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Education.","description":"Under current law there is no recognized right to privacy in a student’s or applicant’s social networking site passwords and account information. This Bill makes it unlawful for a public or nonpublic academic institution to mandate that a student or applicant disclose password or account information granting the academic institution access to the student’s or applicant’s social networking profile or account. This Bill also prohibits academic institutions from requesting that a student or applicant log onto their respective social networking site to provide the academic institution direct access to the student’s or applicant’s social networking site profile or account. It is acknowledged by the General Assembly that new technological advances in internet use and social networking require new approaches to protecting reasonable expectations of privacy in personal information.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB309/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a27b954965bd636a852579d0007844ee?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423543,"bill_number":"HB308","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Labor.","description":"Under current law there is no recognized right to privacy in an employee or applicant’s social networking site passwords and account information. This Bill makes it unlawful for employers to mandate that an employee or applicant disclose password or account information that would grant the employer access the employee’s or applicant’s social networking profile or account. This Bill also prohibits employers from requesting that employees or applicants log onto their respective social networking site profiles or account to provide the employer direct access. It is acknowledged by the General Assembly that new technological advances in internet use and social networking require new approaches to protecting reasonable expectations of privacy in personal information.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-04-26","last_action":"Amendment HA 2 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB308/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8859fd8983efee1b852579cf0077eded?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423814,"bill_number":"HB321","title":"An Act To Amend Title 3 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Regulation Of Sale And Use Of Pesticides And Devices.","description":"In order to offset the potential reduction in federal funding for the Department of Agriculture’s pesticide program, this Act provides the Secretary of Agriculture with the discretion to change the biennial fee for pesticide and device registration, up to a maximum of $140.00 for a two-year registration. Registration fee changes will be made annually and must approximate and reflect the costs necessary to operate the Department’s pesticide program.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-15","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB321/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/16de99ee224ae8fb852579c1006a840f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":423955,"bill_number":"HB322","title":"An Act To Amend Title 9 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Assessment Of Property.","description":"This bill makes the Delaware law consistent by giving Sussex County government the ability to properly administer the Board of Assessment appeals process. As the law currently governs, Sussex County is required to have the Board meet for 15 days in March regardless if there is an actual appeal request. This bill eliminates that requirement.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB322/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8edb5840fbd8b7a3852579ea006e504d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424202,"bill_number":"SCR39","title":"Commending The Recipients And Nominees Of The 2012 Delaware Award For Excellence And Commitment In State Service.","description":"This concurrent resolution commends the nominees for and recipients of the 2012 Delaware Award for Excellence and Commitment in State Service. Author: Senator DeLuca","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-03","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR39/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/af5ca92f6dc7cf45852579e3005d7dbd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424208,"bill_number":"SCR38","title":"Continuing To Raise Awareness That The Month Of May Is Melanoma And Skin Cancer Detection And Prevention Month In Delaware.","description":"This Resolution continues to raise awareness that the month of May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-03","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR38/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ed7abfa352adffc8852579ba00697962?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424216,"bill_number":"SB216","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 And Title 16 Of The Delaware Cody By Establishing An Electronic Web-based Background Check Center For Employment In Long Term Care Or Community Settings.","description":"The new statute, 29 Del.C.  7971A-F, establishes an electronic system for integrating data which will permit a prospective employer to determine the suitability of a job applicant. The statute applies to those seeking work in a long term care setting, or in community settings. Use of the electronic system is mandatory. DHSS is authorized to establish a user fee. Limited liability is provided. Existing statutes which establish criminal background checks and mandatory drug screening as a requirement for employment in long term care settings, community settings and the Delaware Psychiatric Center are amended to be compatible with the requirements of the electronic system. Implementation of a comprehensive system requires fingerprinting of some current employees for purposes of updating their criminal record.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB216/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/21dd9a2092ec2492852579c90070d86d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424224,"bill_number":"SB215","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The County And Municipal Police/firefighter Pension Plan.","description":"Under this bill full-time county and municipal police officers and full-time uniformed firefighters in the City of Wilmington could elect to have their pension or disability pensions reduced by 3% and thereby increase the survivor’s pension from 50% to 75%.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB215/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ed9d0438e8de8819852579eb006e8608?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424234,"bill_number":"SB214","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Physical Activity For Students In Delaware Public Elementary Schools.","description":"This bill requires that, beginning in the 2014-15 school year, Delaware public schools provide a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity weekly for all K-5 students.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-07","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Education Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB214/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c7b07fb9f264e414852579f20067eb36?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424242,"bill_number":"SB213","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Manufactured Homes.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt manufactured homes on permanent foundations with rental agreements or land leases at least 40 years in term and that permit rent increases no more than once a year from Chapter 70 of Title 25.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (MANUFACTURED HOUSING) in House with 5 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB213/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f495cfa5f8e2fc2d852579d600700c63?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424252,"bill_number":"SB212","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 9, 22, And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To State And Local Governments And Legal Notices.","description":"The internet has grown rapidly as an acceptable means of communication and transacting commerce. This Act will use the internet as a means to modernize the notice requirements for procurement bids, agency meetings, and public hearings. This Act will provide more convenient and universal access to legal notices for all interested parties and will do so in a cost-effective manner. This Act will require State agencies to electronically publish notice of all contracts subject to the bid requirements of Chapter 69, Title 29 by January 1, 2013. The amendments to the notice requirements of Chapter 69 will allow for broader notification of State bid opportunities for all interested persons by means of internet publication. The Act also requires the Department of Technology and Information to institute a State of Delaware website for the posting of all procurement bid information. In addition, the Act will require agencies to use a State of Delaware website, approved by the Registrar of Regulations by January 1, 2013, for posting of notices for agency meetings and public hearings. The Act also makes these sites available for political subdivisions of the State upon payment of a reasonable cost to the State, and specifies that use of such a site is available for publication of any notices required of counties or municipalities.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB212/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/034b06a1f11d1a5b852578150067548f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424262,"bill_number":"SB211","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Cruelty To Animals.","description":"This Bill includes the tethering of any dog for extended periods of time within the definition of cruelty to animals. It also includes the tethering of very young dogs and nursing mother dogs within the definition of cruelty to animals. Author: Senator Blevins","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB211/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b3f98929cb8b12c5852579e6006cc9f1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424270,"bill_number":"HB325","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 16, 23, 29 And 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Sheriffs And Sheriff Deputies.","description":"This bill makes the Delaware law clear that the county sheriffs and their deputies do not have arrest authority. Historically the sheriffs and deputies have not exercised arrest authority and the Attorney General’s office has given an opinion that the sheriff’s “power to arrest is no greater than that shared by any citizen.”","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB325/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4838276877f737d4852579f1004f8097?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424278,"bill_number":"HB323","title":"An Act To Amend Volume 57, Chapter 170 Of The Laws Of Delaware, As Amended, The Charter Of The City Of Lewes, To Make Voter Qualifications Consistent With The New Senatorial District Created In Response To The 2010 Census, And Further To Amend The Process By Which The City Awards Certain Contracts For The Purchase Of Materials Or For The Furnishing Of Services Authorized Or Permitted By The Charter For The City Of Lewes.","description":"This bill amends the Charter for the City of Lewes to delete a reference to the senatorial district, and therefore not conflict with the new senatorial district created in response to the 2010 census, and further to amend the process through which the City Council awards certain contracts for the purchase of materials or for the furnishing of services authorized or permitted by the Charter for the City of Lewes to better align with the existing State of Delaware competitive bidding process.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB323/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/da2fd1e80a62a2d1852579ec0051c1c2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424870,"bill_number":"HB324","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Finfish.","description":"This bill forbids the possession, sale, offer for sale, and distribution of shark fins in the State of Delaware. While shark finning (whereby a shark is caught, its fins cut off and the carcass dumped back in the water) is already prohibited by federal law and Delaware regulations, the possession, sale or distribution of shark fins is not. By prohibiting trade in shark fins, Delaware can help to reduce the supply and demand, and hence contribute to ending this barbaric practice throughout the region and the world.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Assigned to Natural Resources & Environmental Control Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Natural Resources & Environmental Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB324/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ecca6f0180a25cc4852579ba006d2818?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424881,"bill_number":"HB326","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delware Code Relating To Health Planning And Resources Management.","description":"This bill is the result of recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee and makes several amendments to Title 16 relating to the Delaware Health Resources Board (“Board”). The number of Board members has been reduced from 21 to 15. For administrative and budgetary purposes, the Board is relocated to the Office of the Secretary, Department of Health and Social Services (“DHSS”). The Board will now function in cooperation with the Delaware Health Care Commission(“DHCC”), and the DHCC will be responsible for the administration and staffing of the Board. When revising the Health Resources Management Plan (“Plan”), the Board will be required to conduct a public hearing and will establish rules and regulations for reviewing Certificate of Public Review applications. The Board will be required to submit the Plan to the DHCC and, upon its approval, must then be submitted to DHSS for approval. The Governor may remove any Board member for gross inefficiency, neglect of duty, malfeasance, misfeasance or nonfeasance in office.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB326/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ed49b353eddf659e852579f30053a9d9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424891,"bill_number":"HB327","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To State Employees’ Pension Plan.","description":"This bill is the result of recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee and revises the definition of “Employee” under the State Pension Plan so that individuals appointed by the Governor to a board, council or commission after June 30, 2012, will no longer be considered “regular part-time” employees under the Plan.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Passed by House of Representatives. Votes: Passed 40 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB327/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/77a4b811e747db6f852579cf007f945d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424902,"bill_number":"HB328","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Delaware Health Care Commission.","description":"This bill is the result of recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee and makes several amendments to Title 16 relating to the Delaware Health Care Commission (“DHCC” or “Commission”). The bill removes the General Assembly’s initial “Findings” that were made when the DHCC statute was initially enacted in 1990 and amended in 1992. The bill removes party affiliation and geographic location requirements for the Speaker’s and Pro Tem’s appointments to the Commission. The bill provides that of the 5 members appointed by the Governor, there shall be at least 1 member from each county and no more than 3 members shall be of the same political party. The bill provides that the Commission may call upon any state agency for any assistance, information or data that may be necessary to carry out its purpose. The Commission is currently limited to seeking assistance from a limited number of agencies. The bill provides that, for administrative and budgetary purposes only, the Commission is placed within the Department of Health and Social Services, Office of the Secretary. The bill removes the Commission’s responsibility for overseeing the implementation of the Governor’s Indigent Health Care Task Force Report that was issued in 1990. The bill removes the Commission’s requirements to perform several “other functions” in favor of new functions that the Commission may undertake, which include: (1) advising on strategies for promoting affordable health care; (2) identifying, analyzing and addressing health policy issues; (3) fostering creative thinking and problem solving across state agency lines and across public and private sectors; (4) ensuring that data is available and accessible; (5) monitoring health care cost trends; (6) coordinating efforts with the Health Resources Board; (7) recommending changes to state health insurance laws; (8) collaborating with the Delaware Health Information Network; (9) overseeing efforts to assure an adequate supply and distribution of health care professionals; (10) monitoring access to health care programs; and (11) conducting other activities it considers necessary to carry out the intent of the General Assembly","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB328/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/023f9bc82113ed63852579ea0073e042?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424913,"bill_number":"HB329","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board.","description":"This bill is the result of recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee and makes changes to the Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board in terms of its composition, compensation and conduct which may warrant removal from the Board. The bill requires that the Board consist of 1 member from Sussex County, 1 from Kent County, 2 from New Castle County (with at least 1 from the City of Wilmington), and 1 at large member. The bill removes the provisions for members’ annual salaries and instead provides that the chairperson receive $200 for each meeting (not to exceed 80 meetings per year), and every other member receive $150 per meeting (not to exceed 80 meetings per year). The bill provides that a member will be considered to be in “neglect of duty” if they are absent without adequate reason for 3 consecutive meetings or fail to attend at least half of the meetings in one calendar year.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB329/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7ccb9ab6a67cbca0852579cf007f1655?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424923,"bill_number":"HB330","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Motor Vehicles Speed And Video Monitoring Systems.","description":"Section 1 of this Bill authorizes Dover and Wilmington to establish a pilot program for video speed enforcement within a clearly marked school zone. Similar to the red light cameras currently in use in this State, the vehicle speed monitoring systems authorized under the program will produce recorded images of motor vehicles traveling at least 11 miles per hour above the posted speed limit. Violations shall be subject to a civil assessment not to exceed $75, with an additional assessment of up to $25 if the original assessment is not paid within 20 days. The procedures for issuing, contesting, and paying a notice of violation are essentially the same as for traffic light signal violations. Violations are civil in nature and are not subject to points, are not made a part of a person’s driving record, and cannot be used to affect a person’s automobile insurance rates. Section 2 provides for the severability of the Bill. Section 3 provides a 2-year sunset.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (PUBLIC SAFETY & HOMELAND SECURITY) in House with 7 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB330/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8d062985c15096ac852579f300783712?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":424930,"bill_number":"HR30","title":"Designating The Month Of May 2012 As \"older Americans Month\".","description":"This House Resolution designates May 2012 as “Older Americans Month” and urges us to honor older adults and the professionals, family members, and citizens who care for them, and to improve the lives of older adults.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR30/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7833076c736c157c852579f3005a5fa3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425117,"bill_number":"HB331","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 14 And 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Absentee Voting.","description":"Under current Delaware law, only certain voters are eligible to vote by absentee ballot. Similarly, only certain voters qualify for permanent absentee voting status. This bill extends absentee voting, including permanent absentee voting status, to all voters in the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (HOUSE ADMINISTRATION) in House with 3 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB331/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d2e4c5655b48a3c4852579f1007861de?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425128,"bill_number":"HB332","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Financial Disclosures Of Officers And Employees Of The State.","description":"This bill is the result of recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee. The bill provides that the Executive Director of the Victims’ Compensation Assistance Program no longer has to submit a financial disclosure report to the Public Integrity Commission.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Passed by House of Representatives. Votes: Passed 41 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB332/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3dd26817009fd199852579f400482b1e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425141,"bill_number":"HB333","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 4 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The State Lottery.","description":"The Delaware Gaming Competitiveness Act of 2012 improves the ability of the Delaware Lottery and Delaware's video lottery agents to offer services to lottery players in an increasingly competitive marketplace. The Act authorizes internet gaming under the control and operation of the Delaware Lottery. The Delaware Lottery Office is authorized to conduct traditional lottery games over the internet. Delaware's video lottery agents are authorized to offer through their websites internet versions of the table games and video lottery offerings. All games shall remain operated by the Delaware Lottery. These offerings capitalize on a recent United States Department of Justice ruling clarifying that wagering within a state's boundaries does not violate federal law. The Act requires the Lottery Director to provide for the security and effective administration of internet gaming, including procedures for verifying the location and identify of players, mechanisms for maintaining account security, procedures to exclude minors or other excluded persons, limits on the amount which can be wagered, and advertisements for services for compulsive gamblers. Internet lottery games would be offered solely to persons within the State of Delaware at the current time. A person's location would be determined from a person's computer or mobile device. This territorial limitation applies to all gaming except gaming pursuant to an interstate compact or if otherwise legally authorized. Internet lottery participation would be limited to persons who meet the age requirements for equivalent non-internet games. Revenues from the internet lottery would be distributed in a manner similar to current lottery games. The internet versions of table games and video lottery games would be distributed generally pursuant to the formulae applicable to those games, with the exception that the first $3.75 million would be retained by the Lottery to ensure the proposal is at least revenue neutral to the State. As such, revenues from those games would support services for compulsive gambling and additional purse revenue for thoroughbred and standardbred racing. The Act compels the Department of Finance to conduct a study of purse revenue generally for submission to the Governor and General Assembly on or before January 30, 2013. The Department of Finance would also prepare a report for consideration by the General Assembly on or before January 30, 2016 for reevaluation of the purses generated by internet table games. The Act also restructures the fees currently paid by video lottery agents to incentivize those agents to reinvest up to $7.75 million in their improved competitiveness through capital investments and marketing plans. The Act also amends Title 4 to provide that restaurants who participate as lottery agents do not have the receipts from lottery activities counted as part of the receipts not generated by food service. The Act further authorizes the Delaware Lottery to operate the sports lottery at venues other than the video lottery agents, such as bars or convenience stores. The Lottery would prioritize applications to operate the sports lottery for those proposals most likely to foster economic growth and job creation. It also authorizes the Delaware Lottery to operate keno, a numbers game in which players select numbers and winners are chosen at regular intervals.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB333/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/16d3b2fba90ae777852579f90058959e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425152,"bill_number":"HR29","title":"Recognizing Brandywine School District's Hanby Elementary School And Bush Early Education Center As The First School In Delaware To Be Leed-certified.","description":"This resolution recognizes and congratulates Brandywine School District’s Hanby Elementary School and Bush Early Education Center as the first school in Delaware to be LEED-certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR29/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4f591c220b1c81f2852579f80069e918?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425162,"bill_number":"SB217","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To State Government And The General Assembly.","description":"This Act would prohibit all members of the General Assembly from being employed by the State of Delaware while in office, unless the member was already a State employee at the time the member was elected to the General Assembly, or the member became a State employee prior to enactment of this law. For purposes of this Act, service in the General Assembly, in and of itself, shall not be construed as employment by the State of Delaware. This bill also prohibits members of the General Assembly from working for the State for one year after the member’s term has ended. The Act would apply prospectively, only.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB217/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4ed0f66b0b7b73b98525798f007610fb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425175,"bill_number":"SB218","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 38, Title 12 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Creation, Regulation, Operation And Dissolution Of Domestic Statutory Trusts.","description":"This bill makes the following changes to Delaware Statutory Trust Act (the “Act”) to keep it current and to maintain its national preeminence. The following is a section-by-section review of the proposed amendments of the Act. Section 1. This section amends  3801(c) of the Act to confirm that the governing instrument of a statutory trust must be written but is not governed by any statute of frauds. Section 2. This section amends  3801(g) of the Act to confirm the broad power of a statutory trust to grant, hold or otherwise exercise a power of attorney. Section 3. This section amends  3804 of the Act to clarify the circumstances under which a statutory trust may be sued for the acts of its trustees or other authorized persons and agents acting on behalf of the foregoing in the performance of their duties under the governing instrument of the statutory trust. The amendments are not intended to alter the application of the common law doctrine of respondeat superior to statutory trusts. Section 4. This section amends  3806(b)(9) of the Act to adopt a rule different from the approach articulated in In re LJM2 Co-Investment, L.P. Limited Partners Litigation, 866 A.2d 762 (Del. Ch. 2004) with respect to the application of the type of amendment provision contained in the partnership agreement at issue in that case. This amendment provides that such amendment provisions only apply to provisions expressly included in the governing instrument of a statutory trust and do no apply to the default voting provision of the Act unless otherwise provided in the governing instrument. This amendment is not intended to affect the interpretation of such amendment provisions as applied to provisions expressly included in the governing instrument. Section 5. This section amends  3806(f)(1) of the Act to clarify the manner in which beneficial owners of a statutory trust may take action without a meeting. Section 6. This section amends  3806(g)(1) of the Act to clarify the manner in which trustees of a statutory trust may take action without a meeting. Section 7. This section amends  3808(f) of the Act by clarifying that the death, incapacity, dissolution, termination or bankruptcy of a trustee will not result in the termination or dissolution of a series of a statutory trust unless otherwise provided in the governing instrument. Section 8. This section amends  3810(d) of the Act by confirming that a certificate of correction may be filed to correct a certificate of cancellation that has been filed prior to the dissolution or completion of winding up of a statutory trust. Section 9. This section amends  3810 of the Act by establishing a method for any creditor, beneficial owner or trustee of a cancelled statutory trust and certain other persons to apply to the Court of Chancery for the appointment of a trustee or receiver to take charge of the statutory trust’s property, and prosecute or defend all suits and do all other acts which might be done by the statutory trust, if in being, that may be necessary for the final settlement of the unfinished business of the statutory trust. Section 10. This section amends  3811 of the Act to revise the section title. Section 11. This section amends  3811 of the Act to clarify, for purposes of the laws of the State of Delaware, when a power of attorney will be irrevocable, and the effects of such irrevocability. Section 12. This section amends  3815(a) of the Act to clarify the requirement for approval of an agreement of merger or consolidation by a statutory trust. Section 13. This section amends  3815(b)(1) of the Act by adding a new requirement to provide the type of business entity involved in a merger or consolidation. Section 14. This section amends  3815(f) of the Act to remove inconsistent language. Section 15. This section amends  3816(a) of the Act to expand the language regarding who has authority to bring an action to recover a judgment from “trustees with authority” to “persons with authority.” Section 16. This section amends  3816(c) of the Act to expand the language regarding who has authority to bring an action to recover a judgment from “trustees with authority” to “persons with authority.” Section 17. This section amends  3819(a) of the Act to expand the language regarding the persons from whom a beneficial owner may request certain information about the statutory trust to include “other persons who have authority to manage the business and affairs of the statutory trust.” Section 18. This section amends  3819(a) of the Act to expand the language regarding the persons from whom a beneficial owner may request certain information about the statutory trust and who may establish standards governing what information and documents are to be furnished at what time and location and at whose expense to include “other persons who have authority to manage the business and affairs of the statutory trust.” Section 19. This section amends  3820(b)(2) of the Act by adding a new requirement to provide the type of business entity converting to a Delaware statutory trust. Section 20. This section amends  3823(b)(7) of the Act to clarify that the address provided for service of process may not be that of the statutory trust’s registered agent, as applicable, without the written consent of such registered agent. Section 21. This section amends  3825 of the Act to provide that a governing instrument that provides for the application of Delaware law shall be governed and construed under the laws of the State of Delaware in accordance with its terms. This amendment is not intended to negate the application of Delaware law to the interpretation and enforcement of a governing instrument that does not explicitly provide for the application of Delaware law or to negate the application of the internal affairs doctrine to Delaware statutory trusts. Section 22. This section provides that the proposed amendments of the Act shall become effective August 1, 2012.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB218/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f2ba70877362c4ca852579f2005ec51f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425185,"bill_number":"SB220","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Insurance.","description":"This bill codifies the common law and protects the secondary market for life insurance in Delaware. Courts in this state have consistently held that when an insurer rescinds a life insurance policy, the insurer must return the premiums that it has collected on the policy. See, e.g., Strassburger v. Earley, 752 A.2d 557, 578 (Del.Ch.2000); Lincoln Nat’l Ins. Co. v. Snyder, 722 F. Supp. 2d 546, 565 (D. Del. 2010); Oglesby v. Penn Mut. Life Ins. Co., 877 F.Supp. 872, 890 (D.Del.1994) Some insurers, however, have ignored this well-settled rule and continue to file lawsuits that seek to rescind the life insurance policies they issued and allow them to keep the premiums paid on those policies. This bill eliminates any possible uncertainty about the state of the law by adopting the common-law rule that an insurer cannot rescind a life insurance policy issued in this State unless it refunds the premiums to the owner of the policy. The bill also advances three other goals that are important to Delaware consumers. First, it provides necessary certainty to investors who purchase life insurance policies in the secondary market. That market, in turn, benefits Delaware consumers—and particularly senior citizens—by giving them the chance to sell a life insurance policy that they no longer want or need for a substantially higher price than the cash surrender value of the policy. Second, the bill eliminates “the undesirable effect of incentivizing insurance companies to bring rescission suits as late as possible as they continue to collect premiums at no actual risk.” Snyder, 722 F. Supp. 2d at 565. Third, the bill eliminates the risk of expensive and unnecessary litigation for owners of life insurance policies issued in this state by establishing a clear and unambiguous rule that is consistent with existing case law.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (JUDICIARY) in Senate with 4 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB220/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2f7d6173790f6f3a852579eb005c13dc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425195,"bill_number":"SCR40","title":"Authorizing The State Legislative Website To Include Floor Roll Call Votes By Legislator Starting In January 2013.","description":"This Resolution authorizes the state legislative website to include floor roll call votes by legislator starting in January 2013.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR40/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6bde27a7238bf439852579ea0067bea9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425288,"bill_number":"HB334","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Relating To The Adoption Of Regulations.","description":"Delaware agencies and other regulatory bodies play an ever increasing role in the governance of this State by creating regulations which have the force of law. However, such agencies and bodies are unelected. Moreover, despite publication requirements, the general public is often unaware of proposed regulations and the effects such regulations may have. This bill would ensure that, before becoming final, the General Assembly, the body directly accountable to the citizenry of this State, and from whom agencies and boards derive their power to regulate, has a chance to review any proposed regulations and ensure they are consistent with the delegation of authority granted the agency and to further make sure the proposed regulations are balanced from a broader perspective than a specialized agency might employ. Emergency regulations, though, are not affected by this bill. This Act shall be known as the “Regulatory Accountability Act.”","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":"Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB334/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/fe48ec9848bcf2c8852579f2004dc4cd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425294,"bill_number":"HB335","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Portable Electronic Limited Lines Producer And Adjuster Licensure.","description":"Currently, Delaware law does not provide a licensing structure for licensing entities engaged in the sale of portable electronics insurance or the adjustment of claims filed under contracts for portable electronics insurance. This type of insurance is becoming more commonplace with the growth in the portable electronic device industry. This legislation provides a licensing structure for entities engaged in the sale of this type of insurance, and the adjustment of claims from this type of insurance and grants the Insurance Commissioner regulatory oversight over the sales practices for this type of insurance and provides important protections and disclosures for consumers who purchase this insurance product for their portable electronic devices.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-23","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB335/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2f4e6e156af0ef0e852579f3006e903f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425303,"bill_number":"HB336","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Real Estate Appraisers.","description":"This bill removes the current  4019(e) from the Code and dismisses all standards that are applicable to municipal and county government assessments or assessors thereby adopted. The new  4019(e) clearly states that municipal and county assessors are not subject to the regulation of the Council on Real Estate Appraisers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability) Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":"Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability)","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB336/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b7b625c7f6afa63e852579f300655a5d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425308,"bill_number":"HB337","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Police Officers’ And Firefighters’ Employment Relations Act.","description":"This bill lowers the number of full-time employees from 25 to 2 for the Police Officers’ and Firefighters’ Employment Relations Act to apply to a public employer.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Passed by House of Representatives. Votes: Passed 25 YES 15 NO 1 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB337/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b6e494853bc1010b852579ec006b0e80?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425315,"bill_number":"HB338","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Creation, Regulation, Operation And Dissolution Of Domestic Limited Liability Companies And The Registration And Regulation Of Foreign Limited Liability Companies.","description":"This bill continues the practice of amending periodically the Delaware Limited Liability Company Act (the \"Act\") to keep it current and to maintain its national preeminence. The following is a section-by-section review of the proposed amendments of the Act. Section 1 amends  18-102 of the Act to confirm the practice of restricting the use of the word “bank” or any variation thereof in the name of a limited liability company. Section 2 amends  18-201(d) of the Act to clarify as of when a limited liability company agreement may be made effective. Section 3 amends  18-209(c)(1) of the Act by adding a new requirement to provide the type of business entity involved in a merger or consolidation. Section 4 amends  18-213(b)(7) of the Act to clarify that the address provided for service of process may not be that of the limited liability company’s registered agent without the written consent of such registered agent. Section 5 amends  18-214(c)(2) of the Act by adding a new requirement to provide the type of entity converting to a Delaware limited liability company. Section 6 amends  18-215(l) of the Act to provide that a manager associated with a series established in accordance with  18-215(b) of the Act may apply to the Court of Chancery to wind up the affairs of the series following its termination. Section 7 amends  18-505 of the Act to provide that obligations between or among members and/or managers arising under a limited liability company agreement or other writing are not subject to the defense of usury. Section 8 amends  18-803(a) of the Act to clarify that the right to apply to the Court of Chancery to wind up the affairs of a limited liability company following its dissolution does not apply to a manager’s personal representative or assignee. Section 9 provides that the proposed amendments of the Act shall become effective August 1, 2012.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB338/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/748ae122e417ffd8852579fa00547ccc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425324,"bill_number":"HB339","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Creation, Regulation, Operation And Dissolution Of Domestic Partnerships And The Registration And Regulation Of Foreign Limited Liability Partnerships.","description":"This bill continues the practice of amending periodically the Delaware Revised Uniform Partnership Act (the \"Act\") to keep it current and to maintain its national preeminence. The following is a section-by-section review of the proposed amendments of the Act. Section 1 amends  15-104(b) of the Act to provide that obligations between or among partners arising under a partnership agreement or other writing are not subject to the defense of usury. Section 2 amends  15-105(d) of the Act by clarifying that the designation “Limited Liability Partnership”, “L.L.P.” or “LLP” must be removed from the name of a partnership that cancels its statement of qualification and remains a domestic partnership in the State of Delaware if it has a statement of partnership existence on file. Section 3 amends  15-108 of the Act to confirm the practice of restricting the use of the word “bank” or any variation thereof in the name of a partnership. Section 4 amends  15-901(c)(2) of the Act by adding a new requirement to provide the type of business entity converting to a Delaware partnership. Section 5 amends  15-902(c)(1) of the Act by adding a new requirement to provide the type of business entity involved in a merger or consolidation. Sections 6, 7, 8 and 9 amend  15-904 of the Act to clarify filing requirements in connection with a domestication as a limited liability partnership. Section 10 amends  15-905(b)(7) of the Act to clarify that the address provided for service of process may not be that of the partnership’s registered agent without the written consent of such registered agent. Section 11 amends  15-1003(a)(1) of the Act to clarify the time for determining the number of partners stated in an annual report. This amendment is not intended to require any revision to annual reports filed before the effective date of this amendment. Section 12 provides that the proposed amendments of the Act shall become effective August 1, 2012.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB339/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ed7e25c8edbbd8a0852579f90079f6ae?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425332,"bill_number":"HB340","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Creation, Regulation, Operation And Dissolution Of Domestic Limited Partnerships And The Registration And Regulation Of Foreign Limited Partnerships.","description":"This bill continues the practice of amending periodically the Delaware Revised Uniform Limited Partnership Act (the \"Act\") to keep it current and to maintain its national preeminence. The following is a section-by-section review of the proposed amendments of the Act. Section 1 amends  17-102 of the Act to confirm the practice of restricting the use of the word “bank” or any variation thereof in the name of a limited partnership. Section 2 amends  17-201(d) of the Act to clarify as of when a partnership agreement may be made effective. Section 3 amends  17-211(c)(1) of the Act by adding a new requirement to provide the type of business entity involved in a merger or consolidation. Section 4 adds a new  17-214(c) clarifying that the designation “Limited Liability Limited Partnership”, “L.L.L.P.” or “LLLP” must be removed from the name of a limited partnership that cancels its statement of qualification and remains a domestic limited partnership in the State of Delaware. Section 5 amends  17-216(b)(7) of the Act to clarify that the address provided for service of process may not be that of the limited partnership’s registered agent without the written consent of such registered agent. Section 6 amends  17-217(c)(2) of the Act by adding a new requirement to provide the type of entity converting to a Delaware limited partnership. Section 7 amends  17-505 of the Act to provide that obligations between or among partners arising under a partnership agreement or other writing are not subject to the defense of usury. Section 8 provides that the proposed amendments of the Act shall become effective August 1, 2012.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB340/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3c5b754250384bc1852579f900679a3c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425338,"bill_number":"HB341","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Use Tax On Leases Of Tangible Personal Property.","description":"The act exempts from the Delaware Tax on the lease of motion picture films a broad number of not-for profit organizations exempt from income tax under the Internal Revenue Code, such as the Rehoboth Film Festival.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB341/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a1e8298999ece4c8852579f100525510?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425346,"bill_number":"HB342","title":"An Act To Amend Title 8 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The General Corporation Law.","description":"This bill continues the practice of amending periodically the Delaware General Corporation Law (the “DGCL”) to keep it current and to maintain its national preeminence. The following is a section-by-section review of the proposed amendments of the DGCL. Section 1 amends  254(d)(1) of the DGCL by adding a new requirement to provide the type of entity involved in a merger. Section 2 amends  263(c)(1) of the DGCL by adding a new requirement to provide the type of entity involved in a merger. Section 3 amends  265(c)(2) of the DGCL by adding a new requirement to provide the type of entity converting to a Delaware corporation. Section 4 amends  267(a) of the DGCL by adding a new requirement to provide the type of entity involved in a merger. Section 5 amends  311(a)(4) of the DGCL by adding a new requirement to provide the name and address of the corporation’s registered agent. Section 6 amends  312(d)(2) of the DGCL to clarify that, in a certificate of renewal and revival of charter filed with the Secretary of State, the address of the registered office of the corporation in Delaware must be stated in accordance with  131(c). Section 7 amends  377(a) and (b) of the DGCL to clarify the types of entities that may serve as registered agents for foreign corporations that are qualified to do business in the State Delaware. Section 8 amends  377 of the DGCL by adding a new requirement to provide for the reinstatement of a foreign qualification when it has been forfeited for failure to appoint a registered agent. Section 9 amends  381(a) of the DGCL by removing the provision that allows the filing of the dissolution from the foreign jurisdiction in place of the certificate of withdrawal required by  381. Section 10 amends  381(b) of the DGCL by confirming the practice of solely providing a certificate evidencing the foreign corporation’s surrender and withdrawal to such foreign corporation. Section 11 amends  390(b)(5) of the DGCL to clarify that the address provided for service of process may not be that of the corporation’s registered agent without the written consent of such registered agent. Section 12 amends  391 of the DGCL by clarifying that charges assessed by the State pursuant to this section are not taxes and setting forth the fee for the reinstatement of a foreign corporation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB342/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/43e22227bb84f479852579fa004e68b4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425355,"bill_number":"HB343","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Relating To The Transfer Of Finfish, Eel Fishing And Shellfish Permits And Licenses.","description":"This Bill provides for the transfer or assignment of permits and licenses for Delaware fisheries which are closed to new entrants. The recipients of the permits and licenses must have specified experience in commercial fishing in order for the transfer or assignment to occur. The assignment or transfer of permits does not prevent or restrict DNREC from managing the fisheries or otherwise regulating commercial fishing practices. A notification and review process is provided under which DNREC approves transfers and assignments. Commercial fisherman in Delaware with permits and licenses are generally self-employed with few if any employment benefits. A permit or license for a fishery which is closed to new entrants has market place value, and this legislation allows the license or permit holder to take advantage of that value at the time of retirement, disability, mental incapacity or death through transfer or assignment to another experienced commercial fisherman.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB343/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f92d370a34b85682852579ec00544872?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425362,"bill_number":"HB344","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Personal Income Tax.","description":"This bill provides that any income and/or capital gain received from easements preserving agricultural land shall not be taxed for purposes of Delaware personal income taxes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB344/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0491b83be3796c00852579d0004513d8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425369,"bill_number":"HJR14","title":"Establishing An Alternative Disputer Resolution (\"adr\") Study Group To Study And Make Recommendations For Improving Delaware's Adr Processes.","description":"This Resolution establishes a Study Group on Alternative Dispute Resolution (\"ADR\") for the purpose of studying and making recommendations for strengthening and expanding ADR in Delaware. The Study Group will be a multi-disciplinary body that cuts across political, geographic, economic and social boundaries to work toward developing a comprehensive state system offering appropriate dispute resolution options to all Delawareans through a network of government agencies, schools, community centers, non-profits and other institutions. The Study Group will develop an Action Plan that will pioneer problem-solving methods, programs and systems to provide alternatives to fighting, impasse and litigation. The Study Group is a starting point in this process. The Study Group will be organized and staffed by the Conflict Resolution Program of the University of Delaware’s Institute for Public Administration. The Study Group is directed to report to the Governor and the General Assembly by June 30, 2013.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR14/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/792a93dbd6a6b0a3852579ce00728e3d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425377,"bill_number":"HR32","title":"Respecting And Honoring All Delaware Mothers On May 13, 2012, Mother's Day.","description":"Respecting And Honoring All Delaware Mothers On May 13, 2012, Mother's Day.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR32/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4cd351791d923363852579f1006e79df?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425384,"bill_number":"HR33","title":"Commending The Efforts Of Delaware's Public Charter Schools In Educating Delaware Students.","description":"This Resolution commends Delaware’s public charter schools for their efforts in educating Delaware students.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR33/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9dbe2d3ff1c86349852579f8006db375?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":425388,"bill_number":"SB219","title":"An Act To Amend Title 3, Chapter 28 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Rabies Vaccination.","description":"This bill adds the requirement that veterinarian certify the duration of immunity of the rabies vaccine in addition to the date that revaccination is due according to the Compendium.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB219/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/be0af6e1cb40ee00852579f1006d4a7d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426493,"bill_number":"HB345","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Casualty Insurance Contracts, Including Cancellation Or Nonrenewal Of Automobile Policies.","description":"This Bill eliminates requirement that a named insured (consumer) pay a $10 filing fee in order to appeal an insurance company’s cancellation or nonrenewal of an automobile insurance policy. The Bill also eliminates the requirement for the Department of Insurance to refund this $10 filing fee and will save burdensome administrative reimbursement costs, which exceed any benefit to the State derived from the nominal $10 amount of the fee.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB345/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5264394f0d5a2239852579f1007bd032?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426507,"bill_number":"HB346","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Reinsurance.","description":"The changes made by this bill are pursuant to the NAIC Credit For Reinsurance Model Act. Delaware domiciles may have access to reinsurance at more competitive prices and will be in a better financial position to compete by passing this bill. On July 21, 2010, Congress passed and the President signed related federal legislation, the Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act, which became effective July 21, 2011. The federal bill allows preemption of the extraterritorial application of state credit for reinsurance law and permits states of domicile to proceed forward with reinsurance collateral reforms on an individual basis if they are accredited. Failure to adopt this bill could result in companies leaving Delaware.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB346/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/05941901e2f314a3852579ff00533f9d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426522,"bill_number":"HB347","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Limitation Of Actions.","description":"This bill provides that causes of actions regarding the performance or furnishing of land surveys and the creation or furnishing of survey products must be brought within 6 years or 3 years after the discovery of an error or omission, whichever occurs first. Causes of actions based upon gross negligence are not covered by this section.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-15","last_action":"Laid On Table in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB347/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/88bb4c45a74b6477852579c8004b2d28?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426538,"bill_number":"HB348","title":"An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Elections.","description":"This bill defines signature to include a digital or electronic signature, sets a date that parties can opt out of the Presidential Primary that is consistent with the new date of that election, eliminates obsolete language from the nomination process, brings the section dealing with assistance to voters in line with federal law, revises the date that citizens can first apply for an absentee ballot before a Presidential Primary, and permits the Departments of Elections to run absentee ballots through tabulators beginning the Friday before an election but prohibits them from extracting or reporting results before the polls have closed.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB348/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/66bb4052a92240c2852579f30043ef30?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426554,"bill_number":"HB349","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Professions And Occupations And The Medical Practice Act.","description":"This bill mandates that a physician must ensure that all offices of a practice are properly managed by visiting each office at least once a month. This bill updates the Subchapter of the Medical Practice Act relating to physician assistants. The Regulatory Council of Physician Assistants will: propose rules and regulations in accordance within the Administrative Procedures Act; evaluate applications for licensing as a physician assistant; and will make disciplinary recommendations. The bill also requires a written agreement identifying the physician assistant’s role. The bill provides for a limitation on a physician assistant’s liability in rendering care during a disaster or emergency. Finally, the bill provides a process for placing a physician assistant’s license on inactive status and re-activating a license.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-02","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB349/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9cd34d15ad9ea9e4852579f90067bc09?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426570,"bill_number":"HB350","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Personal Income Tax.","description":"This bill creates a fund for the Home of the Brave Foundation for the purpose of allowing individual taxpayers to designate on their Delaware income tax return donations to the Home of the Brave Foundation Fund. The Home of the Brave Foundation is a non-profit organization with the primary goal of assisting homeless Veterans gain control of their lives by, among other things, providing shelter, vocational counseling, and access or referrals to psychotherapy and substance abuse treatment programs.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB350/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8980ab32e3333c598525798f005aa2f5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426584,"bill_number":"HCR45","title":"Extending Sincere Thanks To The Career And Technical Student Organizations Of Delaware For The Presentation Of The Beautiful Geraniums And Extending Best Wishes For Much Success To Each Of These Exemplary Students.","description":"This concurrent resolution thanks the Career and Technical Student Organizations for their presentation of geraniums. This concurrent resolution also extends continued success to the respective students.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-15","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 19 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 2 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR45/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7a1d3f6f534dc065852579fa005eeac2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426599,"bill_number":"HJR15","title":"Establishing An Alternative Dispute Resolution (\"adr\") Study Group To Study And Make Recommendations For Improving Delaware's Adr Processes.","description":"This Resolution establishes a Study Group on Alternative Dispute Resolution (\"ADR\") for the purpose of studying and making recommendations for strengthening and expanding ADR in Delaware. The Study Group will be a multi-disciplinary body that cuts across political, geographic, economic and social boundaries to work toward developing a comprehensive state system offering appropriate dispute resolution options to all Delawareans through a network of government agencies, schools, community centers, non-profits and other institutions. The Study Group will develop an Action Plan that will pioneer problem-solving methods, programs and systems to provide alternatives to fighting, impasse and litigation. The Study Group is a starting point in this process. The Study Group will be organized and staffed by the Conflict Resolution Program of the University of Delaware’s Institute for Public Administration. The Study Group is directed to report to the Governor and the General Assembly by June 30, 2013.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-15","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR15/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/65bc5da07eb4dbcf852579ff00551ce0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426612,"bill_number":"HR31","title":"Proclaiming The Month Of May As Community Action Month.","description":"This resolution proclaims May to be Community Action Month in Delaware.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-15","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR31/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8e0e673d90746c6a852579f1006ce196?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426816,"bill_number":"HCR47","title":"Proclaiming The Week Of May 20 To May 26, 2012 As \"teen Financial Awareness Week\" In Delaware.","description":"This concurrent resolution proclaims the week of May 20 to May 26, 2012 as “Teen Financial Awareness Week” and requests school districts in the State to educate their students about financial awareness skills.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 15 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 6 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR47/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/75f5aabbcc8524e3852579ea0065ba71?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426828,"bill_number":"HJR16","title":"Supporting The Creation Of A National Pow/mia Trailway System And Recommending That The Segment Of The Abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad Running From South Market Street In Wilmington To Battery Park In New Castle Be Designated As The First Segment Thereof.","description":"This joint resolution supports the creation of a national POW/MIA Trailway system and designates the segment of the abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad running from the South Market Street Bridge in Wilmington to Battery Park in New Castle as the first segment of a national POW/MIA Trailway System.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR16/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5722d956f3c1975f852579ff00748cbb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426839,"bill_number":"SB221","title":"An Act Proposing An Amendment To Article Iv, Section 11 Of The Delaware Constitution Of 1897, As Amended Relating To Certification Of Questions Of Law To The Supreme Court.","description":"This amendment adds the United States Bankruptcy Courts to the list of entities that may certify questions of law to the Delaware Supreme Court. This is the first leg.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Enact w/o Sign by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB221/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/078ab5da45fd3222852579f10067f0bb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426848,"bill_number":"SB222","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Heritage Commission And The Council On Archives.","description":"This bill combines the functions of the Delaware Heritage Commission and the Council on Archives into a single entity, the Delaware Heritage Commission. It reduces the combined total membership of the two entities from 27 to 15 members appointed by the Governor. In addition to the appointed members, it provides for two ex officio members: (1) the Director of the Delaware Public Archives, who shall have voting powers by virtue of his administrative responsibility for the Delaware Heritage Office and the responsibilities of his office under regulations established by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission of the National Archives and Records Administration; and (2) the Director of the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs, who shall remain a non-voting member. In addition, the Heritage Commission shall have the authority to appoint such other representatives of government agencies and nonprofit organizations as it deems appropriate to be ex officio, nonvoting members. The Commission may also create subcommittees, which may consist of non-members, to facilitate its work. The bill also makes insertions and deletions to incorporate the powers and duties of the former Council on Archives into the responsibilities of the Commission and to update obsolete language to better define the present role of the Commission.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB222/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4eaa002bf6302492852579f20076f6d4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426858,"bill_number":"SB223","title":"An Act To Reincorporate The Town Of Georgetown.","description":"The Town of Georgetown appointed a seven (7) member charter review committee to address mainly house-keeping revisions to its charter. The Committee met twice a month over several months to review and revise its charter. The result is their re-incorporated bill. The main substantive changes are as follows: • A Preamble was added; • Territorial limits will be established by a recorded map instead of as described as “1/2 mile in every direction from the center of the Public Square”; • The Annexation procedures were removed from the Charter (other than requiring contiguity and at least a majority of property owners in favor of being annexed) and will be detailed by ordinance; • Makes it clear that the Mayor is part of the Town Council; • For purposes of qualifications to be a Council member or Mayor, the Charter defines “bone fide resident”; • The Election procedures now follow Title 15 Municipal Elections; • The Charter clarifies how vacancies on Council occur and how these vacancies may be filled including by special election instead of appointment of a majority of Council; • The Alderman section is amended to track the recently amended Dewey Beach charter (Georgetown does not currently have an alderman). • An ethical code has been adopted by the Town and the Charter references its principles and a requirement to take an ethical oath; • The Town Manager has authority to manage the water, sewer and streets; • Annual property taxes are limited to 10% of gross assessed value; • Bond issuance not by referendum of up to 5 million dollars if from federal or state issuers at zero interest with 100% forgiveness upon successful completion of the project.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB223/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b02218453c1ca395852579e500472d92?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426869,"bill_number":"SB224","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Alcohol Sales.","description":"Currently retail liquor stores are permitted to open at 9:00 a.m. Some stores, however, choose to open later than 9:00 a.m. This Bill continues the process of updating the Liquor Control Act to make it more modern and consumer-friendly. The Bill allows package stores to open at 8:00 a.m., instead of 9:00 a.m. on days other than Sundays. On Sundays, stores may open at 11:00 a.m. instead of noon if they choose to do so. All of these changes reflect consumer demand for convenient shopping hours.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (SUNSET) in Senate with 3 Unfavorable","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB224/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c6b8dcbc0d2d7de4852579ec006bef0f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426881,"bill_number":"SB225","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Helmets For Horseback Riders.","description":"Head injuries are the most common cause of death for people who ride horses or ponies according to the American Medical Equestrian Association. This bill requires persons less than 18 years of age to wear a certified riding helmet. The law is written similarly to the mandatory bicycle helmet law. Several states have adopted such a requirement to encourage safe horseback riding for our youth. It is the intent of the Legislature to further promote the safety, health, and welfare of children younger than 18 years of age who engage in equestrian activities and recreation in this state by enacting safety standards to minimize the number of serious of fatal head injuries sustained by children during equestrian activities and recreation.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Defeated by House of Representatives. Votes: Defeated 24 YES 16 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB225/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0c3b2665cac298888525798a0067ff7a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426892,"bill_number":"SB226","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Relating To Pre-trial Release On Bail Or Recognizance, Criminal Sentencing, Sentence Calculation, Rehabilitation, Probation Supervision And Data Collection.","description":"This Act implements the recommendations of the Justice Reinvestment Task Force created by Executive Order No. 27. The Act promotes informed decision-making in the criminal justice system by institutionalizing the use of evidenced-based practices in decisions concerning bail, rehabilitation and probation supervision and helps ensure scarce resources are focused on higher-risk offenders. The Task Force recommends the use of a pretrial risk assessment tool to inform release decisions. The Act provides for implementation of an objective assessment instrument that gauges defendants’ risk of flight and re-arrest to help magistrates make informed about the terms or conditions of pre-trial release. The instrument would incorporate elements to ensure the safety of victims of domestic and sexual violence. In addition, the Act requires the Statistical Analysis Center to provide magistrates with data on rates of re-arrest and failures to appear for a scheduled court date. This would create a track record for release decisions, helping to improve future decision-making. The Task Force recommends holding offenders accountable. The Act provides that court-ordered investigations should include use of an objective risk and needs assessment tool by the Department of Correction, which would be required to create a case plan for higher risk individuals. The Act also amends when the Department of Correction can reclassify offenders sentenced to Supervision Levels I, II, or III upon administration of an objective risk and need assessment instrument. The Act clarifies that the Department of Correction may use home confinement to resolve technical and minor violations of probation or supervision. The Act clarifies that upon release from Level V incarceration, the offender shall be deemed to have served the entire period of incarceration and shall be supervised in the community if the sentence requires. To incentivize completion of evidence-based programs that reduce recidivism, offenders may reduce time served by up to 60 days per year if programs are completed successfully. Offenders under community supervision may earn credit for successful compliance with conditions of probation. The Task Force recommends the use of evidence-based programs and assessment tools to direct resources toward programs that improve outcomes. The Act provides that the Department of Correction will use a risk assessment instrument for case planning and will use evidence-based programs to reduce offender risk. Further, the Act directs the Department of Correction to evaluate the availability of community-based programs that reduce risk of re-offense. The Statistical Analysis Center shall annually produce a recidivism report of one-year two-year and three-year rates of re-arrest, reconviction and recommitment of released offender cohorts. This Act is not intended to create a private right of action.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-08","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB226/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f06c2e4620fc18f4852579f800533af3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426904,"bill_number":"SB227","title":"An Act To Amend The Delaware Code By Creating A New Chapter 65 Of Title 30 Of The Delaware Code To Impose Quality Assessment Fees On Nursing Facilities And By Creating A New Chapter 105 Of Title 16 Establishing The Nursing Facility Quality Assessment Fund.","description":"This bill seeks to establish two chapters: Section 1, Chapter 65 that creates “Quality Assessment Fees” for the nursing home or long term care (LTC) provider community, and Section 2, Chapter 105 that establishes a new “Quality Assessment Fund.” The fees collected under this bill, through a formula established in the legislation, will be placed into the Fund, which will in turn then be matched by federal Medicaid dollars. The Fund, administered by the Department of Finance, will then return 90% of the total local and federal dollars to the LTC providers through increased re-imbursement rates for the care of their Medicaid eligible patients/residents. The bill exempts Continuing Care Retirement Communities as defined in the bill, and those LTC facilities with less than 46 beds. The fees collected under this legislation will be sunsetted by December 31, 2015, unless re-authorized by the Delaware Assembly.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB227/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/63d3d3a4b6a40a77852579f90075d006?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426914,"bill_number":"SB228","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Prohibition Against The Use Of Lights For Hunting.","description":"This bill prohibits, for the purposes of public safety and wildlife conservation, use of devices that amplify light to hunt wild birds or wild animals at nighttime. The bill also allows use of artificial light to hunt frogs from a boat.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB228/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7e31194802c6b899852579f200679e1e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426925,"bill_number":"SB229","title":"An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Motor Vehicle Franchising Practices.","description":"In light of the recent upheaval in the retail automobile industry in recent years, many states have revised their motor vehicle franchise bill to better regulate the relationship between automobile dealers and their manufacturers. This Bill updates Delaware law to provide automobile dealers with more certainty regarding compensation when a manufacturer terminates a dealer, to ensure dealers receive reasonable compensation from the manufacturer for completing warranty repairs, standardizes the distances allowed between dealerships in all three counties, places limits on how frequently a manufacturer may require a dealer to significantly modify their facilities and limits the manner in which a manufacturer may use and disseminate customer information received from a dealer.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB229/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/61a726c1f014d150852579f9006c0bf5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426934,"bill_number":"SB230","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Risk-based Capital (rbc) For Insurers.","description":"This bill will add a trend test for property and casualty insurance companies at 3.0 and will add provisions related to confidentiality. The change to the trend test will enhance the solvency monitoring efforts of the Commissioner and is necessary for maintaining National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) accreditation. Author: Senator Bushweller","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB230/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/05b6543de1daa114852579d5005ade27?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426946,"bill_number":"SCR41","title":"Recognizing The Fight Of Baby Avery Canahuati And The Growing Need To Raise Awareness About Spinal Muscular Atrophy In Delaware","description":"This Resolution recognizes the fight of Baby Avery Canahuati and the growing need to raise awareness about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR41/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2de2e66c7666782e852579f300703e3e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":426953,"bill_number":"SJR9","title":"Urging All Delawareans To Honor The Memory And Momentous Achievements Of The Honorable John Patten, Delaware Revolutionary War Hero And U. S. Congressman.","description":"This Senate Joint Resolution urges all Delawareans to honor the memory of Delaware patriot, Revolutionary War hero and early Delaware U.S. Congressman John Patten of Kent County.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-02","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR9/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5fe10f781f6df8a4852579f3005e3be0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":427108,"bill_number":"HB351","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The City Of Newark Relating To The Alderman.","description":"This Act serves to codify numerous policies that promote the autonomy of the Alderman’s Court and thereby foster public confidence in the Court. The Act describes the processes of nomination, appointment by the Governor, and confirmation by the Senate. Pursuant to this Act, many of the policies applicable to the Magistrate’s Court are applied to Alderman’s Court, such as requirements to segregate the Court from the Town’s offices. It also codifies standards relating to vacancies, qualifications, duties, and jurisdiction.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB351/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/183c74931ee9e2be852579ea00539c4f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":427125,"bill_number":"HB352","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 And Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Recreational Vehicles.","description":"This bill establishes requirements and definitions for recreational vehicle manufacturer-dealer agreements. It also removes the exception to the $100 license fee for out-of-state recreational vehicle dealers at shows or exhibitions at enclosed malls. Finally, it updates the current Sale of Motor Vehicles laws to incorporate a new Recreational Vehicle Franchise law.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB352/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a66e609ddb27866f852579ec00709386?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":427141,"bill_number":"HB353","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Sexual Offenses.","description":"This Act clarifies the usage of the term “without the victim’s consent” as found in the Criminal Code's rape statutory scheme. In contrast to current legislative intent, the term “without the victim’s consent” is being broadly defined in order to charge offenders that engage in consensual sexual acts with minors with the enhanced “forcible rape” offenses rather than the lesser “statutory rape” offenses. This is at odds with the current statutory scheme’s logical progression as it relates to the varying degrees of rape offenses. This Act corrects this misinterpretation by distinguishing “statutory rape” from traditional “forcible rape” consistent with existing Delaware statutory law.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-17","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 353 - Reported Out of Committee (JUDICIARY) in House with 7 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB353/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/44ed1e07a733de2e8525794c0056ff72?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":427158,"bill_number":"HCR49","title":"Commending The Food Bank Of Delaware For Its Contributions To The State Of Delaware.","description":"This concurrent resolution commends the Food Bank of Delaware for their contributions to the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-17","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR49/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/df5b7723f391812c852579ea0054c2cd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":427174,"bill_number":"HCR50","title":"Recognizing The Month Of May 2012 As \"poppy Month\" In The State Of Delaware.","description":"This resolution recognizes the month of May as “Poppy Month” in the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-17","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR50/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f618f183d37d90de85257a000065c862?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":427187,"bill_number":"HR34","title":"Proclaiming May, 2012 Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month In Delaware.","description":"This resolution proclaims May, 2012 Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month in Delaware.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-17","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR34/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3f2bb93097c5b5ef852579fa005689d4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":428199,"bill_number":"SB231","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Freedom Of Information Act.","description":"This bill codifies the provisions of Executive Order No. 31 (signed October 20, 2011) and expands coverage to include school districts and other public bodies.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB231/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/59afbe0449102951852579f1006e0ec8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429799,"bill_number":"HB354","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Profession Of Nursing.","description":"This bill allows retired nurse volunteers to work under the direction of a licensed physician or dentist at Delaware medical clinics that provide free non-emergency medical care and limited dental services to low-income, uninsured adults ages 18 to 64, so long as the retired nurse volunteer was licensed in Delaware within 5 years of applying to be a retired nurse volunteer; doesn’t work more than 40 hours per month; attends at least 20 hours of nursing education programs each calendar year; and is covered by professional liability insurance provided by the clinic or by the retired nurse volunteer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Health & Human Development Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Health & Human Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB354/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a4c9480e935a114c852579d00068d04d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429805,"bill_number":"HB355","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Volunteer Emergency Responders Job Protection Act.","description":"This bill establishes the Volunteer Emergency Responders Job Protection Act. The Act prohibits an employer from terminating or taking any other disciplinary action against an employee who is a volunteer emergency responder if such employee, when acting as a voluntary emergency responder, is absent from his or her place of employment for a Governor-declared State of Emergency lasting up to 7 days or a President-declared National Emergency lasting up to 14 days. The Act further prohibits an employer from terminating or taking any other disciplinary action against an employee who misses work due to injury sustained when acting as a volunteer emergency responder. At the employer's request, an employee who is a volunteer emergency responder that misses work due to responding to an emergency or having sustained injury from responding to an emergency is required to provide proof of such emergency response or injury to the employer. An employee who is terminated or who is the victim of any other disciplinary action taken in violation of this Act shall be reinstated to his or her former position. An action to enforce this Act may be brought by the employee within one year of the alleged violation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Public Safety & Homeland Security","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB355/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/bb3f6e583f93ae4a852579f200533b4d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429807,"bill_number":"HB356","title":"An Act To Amend Title 28 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Charitable Gaming.","description":"This Bill implements recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee following its review of the Board of Charitable Gaming. The Bill: 1) Combines into one chapter the three chapters for bingo, charitable gaming, raffles and Texas Hold’em Poker which currently govern the Board of Charitable Gaming. It retains a majority of the language from the prior statutory provisions, but does include some changes. 2) Makes clear that the Division of Professional Regulation is responsible for the administrative, budgetary and investigative functions of the Board. 3) States the powers of the Board, rather than the old law referring to it having the powers of the former Bingo Control Commission. 4) Provides that officers of charitable gaming vendors undergo a background investigation at their cost and for a fee, including a check of their criminal histories, before being considered for licensure. 5) Restricts sitting Board members from being elected officers of any national, state or local professional or non-profit organization that qualifies them for appointment to the Board. 6) Makes a technical correction to SB 131 (Amending Title 28 relating to Charitable Gaming) by adding specific required language enabling federal criminal background information to be obtained for third-party vendors. 7) Explicitly lists raffles as a form of charitable gaming. 8) Allows the sale of alcoholic beverages pursuant to the Delaware Liquor Control Act at charitable gaming events but not at bingo events. 9) Changes the time when bingo games can begin from 1:30 to 12 noon.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Passed by House of Representatives. Votes: Passed 39 YES 0 NO 1 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB356/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9fa3872ec300a060852579ff0055b10e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429812,"bill_number":"HB357","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Massage And Bodywork.","description":"This bill is the result of recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee. The bill expands the powers of the Board of Massage and Bodywork to include adoption of rules pertaining to advertising and unprofessional conduct by licensees and the adoption of a Client Disclosure Form, to be used by certified massage technicians. The form will require technicians to disclose to the public that they are not licensed therapists and will serve to educate the public regarding the distinction between the two licensure categories. This bill also amends the requirements for licensure to enable the Board to take into account the applicant's professional disciplinary and criminal history. Applicants and current licensees will be required to undergo criminal background checks. The bill expands the grounds for discipline to include unprofessional conduct. Further, where a licensee is found guilty of a violation of the Board's law or rules, this bill gives the Board the discretion to impose a monetary penalty not to exceed $500 for each violation. The Board will permanently revoke the license of any licensee convicted of a felony sexual offense. Finally, this bill clarifies and makes technical corrections to certain statutory language","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB357/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/07c06e6ccac9c9a9852579ff0054896b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429819,"bill_number":"HB359","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Pleadings And Practice.","description":"This bill waives the sovereign immunity defense as to the State and its political subdivisions, including school districts, for sexual abuse of a minor by an adult, provided, however, there must be a finding of gross negligence on the part of the State or political subdivision..","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB359/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/44610e5c7896437c85257a000073025a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429824,"bill_number":"HB360","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 And Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To School Boards And School Board Elections.","description":"This bill will save the State of Delaware money by having school board elections on the date of the general election and it will increase the voter turnout for school board elections. Currently, school board elections are held on the second Tuesday of May and can occur in any year. The bill will: (1) set school board election to coincide with the general election; (2) align the terms of school board members so their terms expire during a general election year; (3) provide that only registered voters can vote in school board elections; (4) place school board member on the ballot during the general election; and (5) provide that campaign finance laws apply to school board elections.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (HOUSE ADMINISTRATION) in House with 4 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB360/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/060e7aee99dfbc3785257a09004c9f76?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429829,"bill_number":"HB361","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Creating The Delaware Auction And Auctioneer Licensing Act And To Real Estate Services, Brokers, Associate Brokers, And Salespersons.","description":"This Act covers the licensing of auctioneers and auction firms, and creates a commission to license auctioneers and auction firms and to oversee their activities. Section 6 amends the exemption for auctioneers in the real estate brokers chapter to make it the same as the exemption in the auctioneer’s licensing chapter.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB361/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4ffc2d793fed1b6b852579fb0061c060?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429833,"bill_number":"HB362","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Related To Reorganization Of School Districts.","description":"Under current law, the City of Wilmington has no representative on the Red Clay, Brandywine, Colonial, Christina and New Castle Vocational-Technical school boards expressly advocating for the City of Wilmington’s educational objectives. This Bill establishes a nonvoting member on the five respective school boards. The nonvoting member shall be appointed by the Mayor of the City of Wilmington to serve a four year time to coincide with the Mayor’s term. The General Assembly believes fundamental fairness is served by this Bill where the residents of the City of Wilmington financially support the five districts by way of taxes assessed on real and personal property.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Education Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB362/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/f73f3dc728d496e4852579c000771b40?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429838,"bill_number":"HB363","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Bail Bond Agents.","description":"Revisions to the bail bond statutes are necessary in order to curb abuses of the bail bond system, and better serve the citizens and courts of the State of Delaware. Under the statutes, the Insurance Department regulates a large contingent of bail bond agents. The statutes cover both surety bond bail agents, who post surety bonds issued by an insurance company, and property or cash bail agents, who post cash or property bails. Many agents operate both as surety bond bail agents and cash or property bail agents. This bill will achieve the following allow the Department and the courts to monitor more closely bail agents by requiring them all to be residents of the State of Delaware. A number of states currently have similar provisions requiring bail agents to be residents of the licensing state. Delaware residency may be established under the bill by maintaining a principal place of business in the State. Nonresident bail agents who currently are licensed and who wish to renew their licenses will be required to establish residency and successfully pass the Delaware bail agent examination when their non-resident licenses come up for renewal in 2013. This bill will restrict participation by unlicensed persons in the bail bond business by requiring disclosure to the Commissioner of the identity of each person having or seeking to acquire a ten percent or greater financial interest in a bail agent’s business or any bail bond, and by requiring any person who acquires a ten percent or greater financial interest in a bail agent’s business or a bail bond to be licensed as a bail agent. The bill also provides that any unlicensed person acting as a bail agent is guilty of a class F felony. This penalty is the same as the one imposed by 24 Del. C.  5515(b) upon any unlicensed person acting as a bail enforcement agent. This bill will also more clearly authorize the Commissioner to impose the same sanctions upon bail agents that the Commissioner may impose on all insurance producers under Title 18, section 1712, in the event of agent misconduct. Going forward the State will require criminal background checks from both the FBI and SBI in connection with initial applications for licensure, and for each biennial renewal. The current statute requires only a background check from the SBI, and only upon the initial application. The bill also establishes tighter standards for solicitation, record retention, reporting requirements, and accounting for premiums that allow for stronger regulatory oversight by the Department. Uniform standards of record retention to ensure that the Department has access to tangible records when conducting market conduct examinations of bail agents is also required. These requirements will result in more transparency in the industry. Under current law, the premiums for surety bail bonds and the commissions and other charges for cash bails must be filed with, and approved by, the commissioner. However, unscrupulous bail agents engage in a practice of “undercutting:” where in order to get business, they obtain only a limited portion of the filed rate of commission, and do not enter into a written agreement, before posting the bond. This practice allows defendants to post bond and leave detention at potentially much lower rates than the courts would expect based on the rates, charges and commissions filed with the commissioner. Under the bill, bail agents are required to collect a minimum of 7% of a surety bond amount, or 20% of a cash bail, and to enter into a written agreement before posting a bond. Also, this bill will establish clearer standards for the return of collateral to persons pledging the collateral, prohibit any bail agent from using more than two trade names, and make minor corrections and changes to the current law.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Defeated by Senate. Votes: Defeated 8 YES 10 NO 3 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB363/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/50c3a7240949e852852579f1005ea46d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429843,"bill_number":"HB364","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Audits By Pharmacy Benefit Managers.","description":"This bill creates comprehensive requirements for the conducting of benefits managers’ audits. In particular, this bill establishes requirements regarding timing of audits, notice, consistent audit processes, audit reports, overpayment and underpayment satisfaction, and internal appeals. The requirements will not apply to audits conducted due to suspected fraud or misrepresentation","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Economic Development/Banking/Insurance/Commerce Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Economic Development/Banking/Insurance/Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB364/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/76686ff6cbe3786a85257a01005b142c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429847,"bill_number":"HB365","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Education And Exceptional Children.","description":"This Act allows parents and guardians who successfully challenge the denial of services to their children with special needs to recover the costs of expert witnesses that they needed to hire to advocate for their children. Prior to 2006, many courts held parents were entitled to recover such costs under the IDEA, but a divided U.S. Supreme Court reversed the holdings. Arlington Cent. Sch. Dist. Bd. of Educ. v. Murphy, 548 U.S. 291 (2006). Since that time, many families have been unable to pursue appeals for their children due to the prohibitive cost of retaining expert witnesses, resulting in many children receiving special education services that their parents and treating medical professionals believe to be inadequate. Only parents and guardians who prevailed in their appeals of service denials would be entitled to recover the costs of their experts.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-09","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB365/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a060646f286f99ab852579ff0075fccc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429854,"bill_number":"HB366","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Police Chief Due Process.","description":"This bill updates the Delaware Code relating to Police Chief Due Process by providing that the hearing, which may be private or public, at the police chief’s request, is conducted by a panel of three persons appointed by the Delaware Police Chiefs’ Council, the Delaware League of Local Governments and the Delaware Criminal Justice Council. Furthermore, this bill authorizes the panel discretion to award attorney’s fees for a police chief in certain cases when there is a finding that just cause does not exist for dismissal, demotion or removal from office. This bill also allows the panel when just cause does not exist for dismissal, demotion or removal of a police chief may recommend other disciplinary action.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB366/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5aebab36a3983baf852579f100503d70?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429859,"bill_number":"HB367","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Prohibition On Sunday Hunting.","description":"This bill would allow hunting on private property on Sundays after noon.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Natural Resources Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB367/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a36528d091e46e56852579c80066978f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429864,"bill_number":"HB368","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Parental Or Guardian Consent Forms For School-based Health Centers.","description":"This bill requires the Department of Education to provide, in schools that offer health services to children at a School-Based Health Center (SBHC), consent forms that clearly permit a parent or guardian to exclude any health service or services that the parent or guardian does not want his or her child to receive at the SBHC, and clearly explain that withholding permission for a child to receive any particular service or services does not prevent the child from obtaining all other services offered by the SBHC.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Education Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB368/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7643e8c20fbd8f2f85257a0800510e25?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429869,"bill_number":"HB369","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 29, Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Pertaining To Wholesalers Gross Receipts Taxes.","description":"In House Bills 10 and 142 of the first session of the 146th General Assembly, certain transactions engaged in by the Delaware City Refinery in the processes of acquiring raw materials, refining such materials, and distributing refined products were exempted from the Gross Receipts Tax. Similarly, this Act clarifies that additional transactions during these processes would also be exempted","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB369/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/fa6ff1eb6fa3c00785257a14004e8b64?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429874,"bill_number":"HB370","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware National Guard And Reserve Emergency Assistance Fund.","description":"This Act expands the scope of the Delaware National Guard and Reserve Emergency Assistance Fund (the \"Fund\") by extending the Fund's assistance to those Delaware service persons who are not on active duty and would otherwise qualify for assistance from the Fund.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB370/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e308209960f23858852579ea00546fcd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429878,"bill_number":"HB371","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Investigating The Abuse Of Children.","description":"This Act ensures that the investigation and disposition of cases of child abuse or neglect are conducted in a comprehensive, integrated and multi-disciplinary manner, thereby significantly reducing existing communication and coordination gaps in the investigation and disposition of such cases. In order to accomplish the foregoing, the Act does the following: 1. Uses the case management system of the Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families (\"DSCYF\") to track every case of child abuse and neglect from inception to final disposition; 2. Establishes investigatory timelines and codifies best practices for the consistent and prompt investigation of child abuse cases, including the assignment of a multi-disciplinary team to every case of child abuse involving allegations of serious physical injury or sexual abuse; 3. Strengthens and codifies multidisciplinary collaboration and coordination to ensure the best outcomes for children both civilly and criminally; 4. Establishes an Investigation Coordinator within DSCYF to oversee the coordination and collaboration on every case of serious physical injury or sexual abuse of a child, whether that case is intrafamilial or extrafamilial, and provides a system communication and facilitation tool to the multidisciplinary team; 5. Ensures the reporting of every death and near death case due to child abuse or neglect by the Child Death, Near Death and Stillbirth Commission; 6. Reinforces the duties to report suspected perpetrators to the Division of Professional Regulation as well as to other regulatory agencies; and 7. Requires the reporting of status, trends and civil and criminal outcomes of these cases to the Child Protection Accountability Commission.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 371 - Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB371/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1a22568e10d9c77c85257a130053810f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429885,"bill_number":"SB232","title":"An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Assignment Of Retired Commissioners:","description":"This bill permits the Family Court and the Court of Common Pleas to temporarily assign retired Commissioners duties at the designation of each Court’s Chief Judge with the consent of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. The retired Commissioners must have been in good standing at the time of their retirement, agree to the assignment and not be involved or employed in any position that would create a conflict, including the private practice of law, holding any state office, or being employed by the State in any capacity. The ability to designate a retired Commissioner would allow each Court the leeway to maintain its current workflow without interruption in the event a Commissioner was unavailable for a period of time.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB232/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6f0196eed46e241c852579fa0061d50c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429889,"bill_number":"SB233","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 11 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Comprehensive School Safety Plans","description":"Under existing laws and regulations, school districts are required to adopt an emergency preparedness plans, but there is no requirement that such plans be school-specific or coordinated with local first responders. In addition, while some plans are comprehensive, many emergency preparedness plans are not as detailed or up-to-date as they need to be. Under this bill – the Omnibus School Safety Act – the Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DSHS) will work with schools, districts and first responders to develop a comprehensive school safety plan (CSSP) for each public school and district. Each CSSP will be (1) coordinated with law enforcement agencies, fire departments and other first responders; (2) compliant with the National Incident Management System, or “NIMS,” a framework for governments and agencies to work together to prepare for, respond to, and recover from critical incidents; and (3) specific to the particular needs and requirements of each school and district. DSHS has already gained significant expertise in this area by developing CSSPs for schools that have School Resource Officers (SROs). The Omnibus School Safety Act creates a framework for taking this concept statewide – and in the process, will create a cohesive, consistent approach to emergency response during a critical incident within a school or district. Centralization of CSSPs and coordination of state and local officials by the Department will also establish common training protocols between the emergency responders and educators and provide effective, consistent and robust emergency response.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-09-10","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB233/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e49e21cbd745970585257a01005393fc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429894,"bill_number":"SB234","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Offenses Against Children.","description":"This bill establishes the offense of Child Abuse. These new statutes combine current statutes and redefine physical injury and serious physical injury to reflect the medical realities of pain and impairment suffered by children. A new section provides special protection to infants, toddlers and children who have disabilities. The statute also expands the state of mind necessary for certain offenses against children allowing for more effective prosecution of parents who subject their children to abuse by others and fail to protect their children. The bill also re-numbers the definitional section making clear that the definitions apply to all crimes in the subchapter. Author: Sen. Blevins","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-09-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB234/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3e27d40f04ee4e3985257a10006012df?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429898,"bill_number":"SB235","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Redistricting Of The General Assembly.","description":"This bill will create a process to have an eleven-member Commission appointed every ten years to redistrict the Senate and House of Representatives of the Delaware General Assembly. “The Redistricting Commission for the State of Delaware” would consist of ten voting members and one non-voting Chair. The ten voting members would be appointed by the leadership of the House and Senate majority and minority parties. The ten voting members would select the non-voting Chair. The Bill requires the Commission to “conduct an open and transparent redistricting process enabling full public consideration of and comment on the drawing of district lines….” No member of the Commission could be the holder of an elective office, a registered lobbyist within a year prior to appointment or selection, or an elected state official within two years of appointment or selection. The bill contains a timetable for completing the redistricting process. The process would culminate in the submission of a Commission-approved Final Redistricting Plan to the General Assembly for enactment into law. The bill allows for the further submission of a modified plan, if the General Assembly fails to approve the Final Plan by a majority vote of both Houses. If the General Assembly and the Governor fail to enact redistricting legislation by September 30 of the year preceding the next election year, the bill calls for the creation of a two-person judicial panel consisting of the Chancellor of the State of Delaware and a Superior Court Judge appointed by the President Judge of the Superior Court. The judicial panel would be charged with issuing a final and binding redistricting plan for the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Chancellor and the Superior Court Judge assigned to the panel would have to be from separate political parties. Among other things, the Commission is required to: 1. Create a website for review by the public which would contain comprehensive information about the work of the Commission, including the names of the Commissioners, the rules of the Commission, notice of public meetings, district maps for existing districts, any plan approved by the Commission, Census data, and demographic data; 2. Hold four public meetings, one in each county and one in the City of Wilmington; 3. Prepare rules to govern the Commission’s proceedings; 4. Abide by the State Freedom of Information Act; 5. Approve and issue for public consideration and comment a Preliminary Redistricting Plan and Report, 6. Approve and submit to the General Assembly a Final Redistricting Plan and Report; and 7. Before concluding its business, prepare and submit a written report to the General Assembly with recommendations for improvements to the redistricting process. After the Commission’s work is completed, its records are to be maintained by the State Commissioner of Elections for a period of at least twenty years. Author: Senator Blevins","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":"Administration","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB235/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/68bc4d20edbc964e85257a01006d36c1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429903,"bill_number":"SB236","title":"An Act To Amend Title 3 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Rabies Vaccination.","description":"This bill adds the requirement that veterinarians certify the manufacturer’s specifications of the duration of immunity of the rabies vaccine in addition to the date that revaccination is due according to the Compendium or as mandated by State law.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB236/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4f8dcf7d769f0e9c85257a14005ce957?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429906,"bill_number":"SB237","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of Bethany Beach Relating To Aldermen.","description":"This bill replaces the existing Bethany Beach Charter section with those similar uniform provisions most recently adopted in other Towns.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB237/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/378aac593fb7297b85257a140063584e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429977,"bill_number":"HB358","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Dentistry And Dental Hygiene.","description":"This bill is the result of recommendations made by the Joint Sunset Committee. The purpose of this bill is to enable candidates for licensure as dentists and dental hygienists to sit for the practical examination required by the Board prior to graduation provided they provide a letter of good standing indicating they will be graduating within 60 days of the examination.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB358/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/599d597777bc574c852579f40048f0db?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429987,"bill_number":"HB372","title":"An Act To Amend Volume 51, Chapter 237, Laws Of Delaware, As Amended Entitled \"an Act To Reincorporate The Town Of Bridgeville\" Relating To Appointment And Removal Of A Town Manager.","description":"This bill provides for the removal of the Town Manager by a majority vote of the members elected to the Town Commissioners.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB372/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/97e1694d05f3cc30852579eb005cf90f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":429998,"bill_number":"HB373","title":"An Act To Amend Volume 51, Chapter 237, Laws Of Delaware, As Amended Entitled \"an Act To Reincorporate The Town Of Bridgeville\" Relating To The Power To Borrow Up To $2,500,000 For Municipal Purposes Without Referendum.","description":"This bill authorizes the Commissioners to borrow up to $2,500,000 for proper municipal purposes by issuing bonds or other obligations without the duty of a referendum.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB373/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c7c4d6e49afc51d8852579eb006eeb10?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430007,"bill_number":"HB374","title":"An Act To Amend Volume 51, Chapter 237, Laws Of Delaware, As Amended Entitled \"an Act To Reincorporate The Town Of Bridgeville\" Relating To The Power To Borrow Money From The State Or Federal Government Without Referendum.","description":"This bill authorizes the Commissioners to borrow money without the duty of a referendum by issuing bonds or other obligations to either the State or Federal governments where the obligation shall bear no interest and the obligation shall be forgiven in its entirety.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB374/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/96cc6495b8fb1543852579eb006fdd11?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430017,"bill_number":"HB375","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Free Access To State Parks, And Free Hunting And Fishing Licenses And Permits For Certain Volunteers.","description":"Delaware volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) are the first responders to all types of emergencies in the State. They provide fire extinguishment, fire prevention, life safety education, and emergency medical and rescue services. They respond to calls for help from the citizens of Delaware for all types of fires, hazardous materials incidents, vehicle crashes, emergency medical service calls, building collapses, and thousands of other emergency and non-emergency calls. They are truly Delaware’s first responders. They do this day after day, any time, day or night -- for no compensation. They do this fully knowing that they may be injured, or even killed, in the line of duty. In order to reward them, this bill is offered as an incentive for them to continue with the fine service they provide to the citizens of Delaware. The bill gives free annual passes to Delaware State parks to active Delaware volunteer firefighters, active EMTs, and life-members of volunteer fire departments, along with free hunting and fishing licenses and surf fishing permits.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB375/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/808aaf5bc10a5e8985257a00006b7d77?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430025,"bill_number":"HCR44","title":"Recognizing July 18, 2012, As The Inaugural Delaware Culture Change Coalition's Annual Conference.","description":"This House Concurrent Resolution recognizes July 18, 2012, as the date of the Delaware Culture Change inaugural Conference which will be an annual event of the Delaware Culture Change Coalition.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR44/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4d7f50179515878b852579ec00745ff5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430059,"bill_number":"SR22","title":"Designating The Month Of June As \"eating Disorders Awareness And Prevention Month\" In Delaware.","description":"This Senate Resolution designates June as “Eating Disorders Awareness and Prevention Month” in Delaware and encourages the Department of Health and Social Services to research methods to prevent and raise awareness of eating disorders.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-07","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR22/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/74aecb30e9161d1885257a15004af0df?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430061,"bill_number":"SR21","title":"Requesting That The Delaware Department Of Transportation Commission Or Engage In A Study, In Conjunction With The University Of Delaware, To Determine The Feasibility Of Constructing A Bay Bridge Tunnel Across The Delaware Bay In The Lower Bay Area To Link Sussex County, Delaware And The State Of New Jersey.","description":"This Resolution requests the Delaware Department of Transportation to either commission or engage in a study, in conjunction with the University of Delaware, to determine the feasibility of constructing a Delaware Bay Bridge and Tunnel system across the lower Bay area to link Sussex County, Delaware and the State of New Jersey. The study will include assessing the feasibility of constructing vertical windmills to generate electricity as part of the overall design of the system.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-07","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (HIGHWAYS & TRANSPORTATION) in Senate with 4 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR21/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/2ca4ae8a4b883d76852579f90070a217?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430068,"bill_number":"SB248","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Public Utilities And The Provision Of Telecommunications Service For Persons Who Have Deafness, Hearing Loss Or Speech Disabilities.","description":"This Bill is intended to provide persons who have deafness, hearing loss, or speech disabilities with telecommunications service for analog communications devices. Delaware is the only State that does not provide such service. The Bill also creates a funding mechanism for Relay Service for persons who have deafness, hearing loss, or speech disabilities.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB248/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/24a395c9dd51fd3c85257a140056db47?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430076,"bill_number":"SB247","title":"An Act To Amend Title 12, Chapter 49a Of The Delaware Code Relating To Durable Personal Powers Of Attorney.","description":"Section 1: The amendment to  49A-105(a)(5) makes this provision clearer grammatically. Section 2. The amendment to 49A-105(c) conforms this provision to the language of 49A-113 which contemplates more than one way in which an agent may accept appointment. The proposed amendment also clarifies which are the required duties of the agent and which duties may be waived in the personal power of attorney. Section 3. The amendments to  49A-110(a)(4) and (5) make grammatical corrections consistent with the insertion of new subparagraph  49A-110(a)(6). The addition of  49A-110(a)(6) clarifies that a personal power of attorney also terminates when revoked by Order of the Court of Chancery. Section 4. The amendment to  49A-116(a) is intended to make that section consistent with other sections of the Act which use the term “revoke” rather than “rescind” and corrects several grammatical errors. Section 5. The amendment to  49A-118(2)a. amends this section in recognition of the fact that an individual may have more than one caregiver. Section 6. The proposed amendment to  49A-119(b) removes reference to a presumption that is not present in the Act. Section 7. The amendment to  49A-119(d) provides for reliance upon an English translation of a personal power of attorney if written in a language other than English, but only if the translation is made under the oath of the translator. Section 8. The amendment to  49A-120(a)(1) makes this section consistent with the provisions of  49A-119 as amended. The other proposed amendments correct grammatical errors. Section 9. The amendment to  49A-202 are for clarification purposes only. Section 10. The amendment to  49A-203(4) corrects grammatical errors. Section 11. The amendments to  49A-213 correct grammatical errors and clarify the purposes for which an agent may act under the personal power of attorney. Section 12. The amendment to  49A-214 clarifies the definition of a “statute or regulation” for purposes of the Act. Section 13. The amendment to  49A-301 conforms the Agent Certification language therein to  49A-105(c), as amended. Section 14. This Section sets forth the effective date of the amendments contained herein, and clarifies that durable personal powers of attorney and Agent Certifications signed in accordance with this Chapter and subsequent to the enactment of the amendments, but prior to the effective date, shall be presumed to be valid.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB247/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3a97f8a7f650aeca85257a14006f8067?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430084,"bill_number":"SB246","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The State Emergency Response Commission.","description":"This bill amends the membership of the State Emergency Response Commission to allow its members to appoint designees to conduct the regular operations of the Commission. By doing so, the Commission will be able to act more quickly and with full participation of its constituent members. This bill also allows the Commission to create subcommittees as needed.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB246/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1552087c68bd2c3185257a1000599bd6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430091,"bill_number":"SB245","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 11 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Department Of Correction.","description":"This Bill updates and modernizes the Delaware Code so that it is consistent with the operation and structure of the Department of Correction. The Board of Correction was eliminated in 1964 and its responsibilities were shifted to the Department of Correction, however the numerous references to the Board of Correction were not eliminated at that time. This Bill replaces outdated or inaccurate terminology with the appropriate identities of the Bureaus of the Department of Correction and removes outdated terminology and defunct entities from the Code. This Bill also removes a reference to the defunct entity “Council on Administration of Justice” and substitutes the Criminal Justice Council in its place as the appointing authority for 3 individuals on the IRCB. This Bill also updates provisions of the Code that are no longer accurate or routinely used, to clarify the process for criminal background screening for prospective employees and eliminate the dated reference to surety bonds for the Commissioner and other Department employees.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB245/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/859e5d09258ce2e385257a14006675f9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430097,"bill_number":"SB244","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Personal Income Tax.","description":"This bill creates a tax check-off for Delaware taxpayers to designate contributions to the Senior Trust Fund.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB244/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ff028e588bda845c852579fa0067ad88?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430104,"bill_number":"SB243","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of Laurel Relating To Impact Fees And Liens.","description":"This Act amends the Charter of the Town of Laurel to include impact fees, among other currently specified fees and charges, as a first lien against all real estate of delinquent property owners and/or tax papers within the corporate limits of the Town of Laurel, regardless of whether such impact fees are payable immediately or aon a deferred basis pursuant to a payment schedule.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB243/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/0043cc18bdbe1da785257a140056ae6a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430113,"bill_number":"SB242","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Use Of Seclusion And Restraint In Public Schools.","description":"Based on national reports documenting misuse of seclusion and restraint within public schools, many states are adopting remedial statutory or regulatory standards. This bill is the product of research and deliberations of an interagency committee formed by the Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens (GACEC) in 2010 to identify best practices and develop standards for Delaware public schools.  Author: Senator Sokola","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Education Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB242/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1bb672926a98f15585257a07007ac09b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430120,"bill_number":"SB241","title":"An Act To Amend Title 17 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Brandywine Valley National Scenic Byway.","description":"The Brandywine Valley National Scenic Byway was designated in 2005 as Delaware’s first (and thus far, only) National Scenic Byway. In recognition of its unique historic, cultural and scenic qualities, this bill establishes a permanent, interdisciplinary advisory board – Brandywine Valley National Scenic Byway Advisory Board – to assist policymakers and other stakeholders in preserving, maintaining and enhancing the National Scenic Byway. To ensure broad representation and expertise, the Board will be comprised of representatives from state, local and county governments, civic associations, conservation groups, tourism officials, business representatives and other stakeholders. Among other things, the Board will review and participate in the development of regulations and laws that impact the Byway; assist in securing funding to operate programs to enhance and preserve the Byway; and participate in the update and implementation of the Corridor Management Plan. In addition, the Board shall submit a biennial report of its activities and accomplishments to the General Assembly.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB241/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ec633fe26f458b0785257a100053ece6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":430136,"bill_number":"SB239","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Elected Official's Pensions.","description":"This bill removes expense payments and allocations from pension contribution compensation for elected officials.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-07","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB239/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/51bc63b99c2ca10b8525798800668c27?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430142,"bill_number":"SB238","title":"An Act To Amend Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Workers' Compensation And The Health Care Payment System.","description":"The purpose of this Amendment is to facilitate hospital and ambulatory surgery center compliance with the medical treatment expense cost savings measures required by the Workers’ Compensation Healthcare Payment System.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-07","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB238/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/080747a9837bac72852579ff0074e6cf?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430151,"bill_number":"HCR48","title":"Recognizing June 7, 2012 As \"non-profit Awareness Day\".","description":"SYNOPSIS This concurrent resolution recognizes June 7, 2012 as “Non-Profit Awareness Day” in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-07","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR48/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/23c1cb60aa6af8de852579ea00555c3e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430158,"bill_number":"HB380","title":"An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Charter Schools.","description":"This bill revises the Delaware Charter School law to require that all charter school applications be submitted to local school boards for review and consideration. The bill requires local school boards to conduct a face-to-face meeting with the charter school applicant to review and discuss the application. The bill requires a local school board denying a charter school application to state its reasons in writing, including an impact statement regarding the projected effect of the charter school upon the enrollment, programs and financial operation of the public school district. School boards are to forward a copy of the denial letter and impact statement to the Secretary of Education. A charter applicant whose application is denied by a local school board may submit its application to the Department of Education. All charter school applications approved after June 30, 2012 require admissions lottery to include students from the entire school district in which the charter school is located. This bill makes other revisions to the Delaware Charter School law in light of the 17 years’ experience since its passage in 1995.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-07","last_action":"Introduced in House and assigned to Education Committee","last_action_date":"2012-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB380/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6d64c15032262d1f85257a0000531f36?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430164,"bill_number":"HB378","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Driving A Vehicle While Under The Influence.","description":"Under Delaware law, all cases are initiated in the Justice of the Peace Court for the purposes of setting bail, etc. In those matters over which the Justice of the Peace and the Court of Common Pleas have concurrent jurisdiction, only the criminal defendant has a statutory right and mechanism (11 Del. C.  5303) for transfer to the Court of Common Pleas if desired. This Act provides the State the same statutory transfer rights presently afforded defendants charged with Driving Under the Influence (“DUI”). By allowing a single track for the disposition of DUI offenses, this Act provides a mechanism for the development and implementation of specialized (treatment focused) sentencing and subsequent intensive Court supervision (probation) of DUI offenders. The Act provides a two-year window wherein it is expected that all necessary stakeholders will make reasonable efforts toward the development of a specialized disposition framework – often referred to as a “DUI Court.”","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB378/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/88f978bed2f7372885257a16005e3d25?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430172,"bill_number":"HB377","title":"An Act To Amend The Laws Of Delaware Relating To The Charter Of The Town Of Dewey Beach.","description":"This Act seeks to amend the current Charter of the Town of Dewey Beach in order to correct and/or delete antiquated language and typographical errors, render the Charter internally consistent, increase transparency of government, clarify legally problematic language, eliminate redundant and/or unnecessary language, and update the language to reflect current governmental realities.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB377/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/10f682f52209f24b85257a140049122d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430178,"bill_number":"HB376","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 18 & 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Insurance Fees And Taxes And To Establish A Medical Insurance Component For Retired Delaware County And Municipal Police And Firefighters Pension Plan.","description":"This bill increases the percentage from  to  of one percent the premium tax on insurance policies and uses those proceeds to fund the pension and medical coverage pension plans for retired state, county and municipal police officers and firefighters, including a health insurance benefit for dependent survivors of plan members killed in the line of duty. This bill also establishes a medical insurance benefit for eligible retirees of the County Municipal Police and Firefighter’s Fund as well as a medical survivor’s benefit for child survivors of vested members of the County Municipal Police and Firefighter’s Fund, such as Aubrey Spicer, daughter of the late Georgetown Police Officer Chad Spicer. The bill provides immediate vesting for any officer or employee killed in the line of duty enrolled in the plan. The 1/4 percent increase on insurance policies, excluding vehicle and boat coverage and workers compensation coverage (which are already exempted from the fee), is about $3.00 on $1200.00 of premiums surcharged.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-07","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/BANKING/INSURANCE/COMMERCE) in House with 7 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB376/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/27c4ceabd0ab3b6885257a13006409bb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430384,"bill_number":"SCR42","title":"Commending The Class Of 2011-2012 Eagle Scouts For Having Attained The Highest Rank One Can Earn In The Boy Scouts Of America.","description":"This Resolution honors the class of 2011-2012 Eagle Scouts for having attained the highest rank one can earn in the Boy Scouts of America. AUTHOR: Sen. Sorenson","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR42/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/739daa7303ab5eff85257a0d005fb57b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430391,"bill_number":"HJR17","title":"Establishing A Study Group To Assess Delaware's Civil Mental Health Laws.","description":"This resolution establishes a study group to assess Delaware's civil mental health laws.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-24","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR17/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/084323fa6d8b7aec85257a1b00545d36?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430398,"bill_number":"HCR46","title":"Recognizing June 15, 2012 As \"delaware Elder Abuse Awareness Day.\"","description":"This House Concurrent Resolution recognizes June 15, 2012, as “Delaware Elder Abuse Awareness Day.”","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR46/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/68a59b1c0baaba6785257a140058b949?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430405,"bill_number":"HB387","title":"An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Special Funds.","description":"This Act relates to police and fire pension funds created under Title 18 of the Delaware Code. The General Assembly created a special fund in the hopes of ensuring adequate pensions for affected police officers and firefighters, and their surviving spouses. This has not come to pass with regard to all pensions, however. By way of example only, the average surviving spouse in the Wilmington Police and Fire retirement plan receives a pension of only $10,080, which is $1,090 dollars below the 2012 poverty level. Moreover, there have been only five disbursements under the special fund in its 43 year history. To address this, the Act would allow for an additional manner of providing distributions from the related special fund established for Police and Fire pensions. Specifically, disbursements from the fund to be made pursuant to this Act would be biennial and structured in three (3) categories. The three (3) categories are based upon length of retirement and whether the eligible individual is a surviving spouse.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2012-08-17","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB387/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/08df0b9edcc21c0785257a1000590867?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430412,"bill_number":"HB386","title":"","description":"This Act will allow expanded early stage investment of capital into targeted Delaware businesses, thereby assisting in the creation of jobs. The Act provides tax credits for investments into targeted small businesses that have been certified by the First State Angel Investment Council (FSAIC). The FSAIC FSAIC will review applications submitted by small businesses meeting the eligibility requirements. A qualified investor may then make an investment into the qualified small business and receive a tax credit for Delaware income tax. The FSAIC is authorized to grant $500,000 of state income tax credits within a period of two years from the passage of the Act. This will potentially generate $2.5 million of private investment into qualified small businesses and if the average size of an investment is $50,000, there will be fifty Delaware small businesses that will receive investments which will help create new jobs in the state which will foster additional economic activity including more personal income tax revenue for the state.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Assigned to Appropriations Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB386/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/06403f0f91ed3f1285257a16006f738e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430419,"bill_number":"HB385","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 85, Title 11, Of The Delaware Code Relating To Missing Persons.","description":"This bill amends Chapter 85, Title 11 of the Delaware Code to clearly establish what shall be the primary jurisdiction where a missing person’s complaint must be filed for purposes of determining which law enforcement agency shall be primarily responsible for receiving and taking a missing person’s complaint and assuming the investigation to locate the missing person. The bill specifically states that the law enforcement agency having primary jurisdiction over the verified location where the missing person was last seen shall be responsible for taking a missing person’s complaint and assuming the investigation. If the location where the missing person was last seen cannot be verified, the law enforcement agency having primary jurisdiction over the missing person’s last known place of residence shall be responsible for taking the missing person’s complaint and assuming the investigation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB385/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9e608aef5298b05885257a150056f8be?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430426,"bill_number":"HB384","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Universal Hearing Screening, Tracking, And Intervention.","description":"This Bill updates the Universal Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening Act to require tracking and intervention protocol. In addition, families are to be provided with information on early intervention and treatment. The Bill also creates the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Advisory Board.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-03","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB384/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ca3a6aab17be48e3852579f10075db3b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430433,"bill_number":"HB383","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Composition Of The Criminal Justice Council.","description":"This bill adds the Secretary of the Department of Services for Children, Youth and their Families, or the Secretary's designee, and one additional public member to the Criminal Justice Council.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB383/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/21ce46f5d7d6b92485257a150056e318?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430440,"bill_number":"HB382","title":"An Act To Amend Chapter 49a, Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Delaware Insurance Company Mutual-to-stock Conversion Act.","description":"Section 1 amends  4972 of the Delaware Insurance Company Mutual-to-Stock Conversion Act (“Act”) by making technical changes to definitions of terms used in the Act to provide clarity and further flexibility. Section 2 amends  4973(a) of the Act to confirm that an alternative plan of conversion adopted under 4978 of the Act is covered by such 4973(a). Section 3 amends  4974 of the Act to confirm that a foreign mutual holding company may redomesticate to Delaware and that an alternative plan of conversion adopted under 4978 of the Act is covered by 4974(f). Section 4 amends  4975 of the Act to foster flexibility in connection with mutual to stock conversions. Section 5 amends  4978 of the Act to conform 4978(a)(4) to 4972(9) of the Act, to clarify the process for conversion of a mutual holding company to stock form under the Act, and to facilitate such conversions.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB382/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b54a9d5dc28193fa85257a1600531b03?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430447,"bill_number":"HB381","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Property And Commercial Real Estate Broker’s Liens.","description":"This bill creates a commercial real estate broker’s lien and is patterned after similar legislation enacted in several other states. Commercial real estate brokers perform valuable services making a market for real estate and assisting sellers, buyers, landlords, and tenants. These services increase the value of real estate. The broker’s right to compensation should be protected by the right to file a lien. At the same time, this bill protects sellers, buyers, landlords or tenants by being sure they are only charged for brokerage services if they signed a document agreeing to pay. The bill also protects mortgage lenders, real estate taxes and municipal utilities by providing that all of these lienholders have a higher lien status that the broker’s lien and will not be affected by the broker’s lien. This bill also provides for a procedure to establish an escrow account to extinguish a broker’s lien so as not to delay a real estate settlement for a broker’s lien that is genuinely in dispute. For a notice of lien to be effective while a complaint is pending under section 2009, the broker is required to file a continuation of lien prior to the expiration of the current notice of lien.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB381/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3b86ca3a1fe17817852579cf007368ba?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430453,"bill_number":"HB379","title":"An Act To Amend Titles 29 And 31 Of The Delaware Code Designating Services For Runaway And Homeless Youth.","description":"Existing programs and services underserve runaway and homeless youth. This bill creates a specific assessment and reporting requirement for the Delaware Interagency Council on Homelessness, in conjunction with the Department of Services for Children, Youth & their Families to identify and define youth who are runaway or homeless, and to provide a comprehensive analysis of the resources and that may already exist, or that may be needed to serve the runaway and homeless youth population.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB379/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4383956d6834f0ee85257a1b0075fbc4?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430513,"bill_number":"SB255","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Regulations And Prohibtions Concerning Game And Fish.","description":"Invasive finfish species such as snakehead fish pose current and future risks to Delaware’s native aquatic species and their habitats. This legislation authorizes the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to designate and manage such invasive finfish species in tidal waters through regulation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-11","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB255/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/471343e4d8e7d98885257a160075fede?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430514,"bill_number":"SB254","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code As It Relates To The Hazardous Materials Transportation Act And Title 21 Of The Delaware Code As It Relates To Motor Carrier Safety.","description":"The purpose of Delaware MCSAP Program is to minimize truck and bus related accidents on Delaware road by regulating the transportation industry and motor carriers and the program is currently funded primarily, if not totally, by a federal MCSAP grant in the approximate amount of $900,000.00. Failure to comply with the provisions set forth in the C.F.R. and H.M.R. will cause the MCSAP Program to lose at least 50%, if not 100%, of its grant funding. Without federal grant funds, the MCSAP Program will not be able to regulate the transportation industry and its motor carriers. This bill amends the Motor Carrier Safety Act Program (MCSAP)as it relates to the transportation of hazardous materials to bring the Delaware MCSAP program into compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) and the federal Hazardous Materials Regulations (H.M.R.s) Based on an audit by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Delaware roadways failed to meet the safety standards required in the C.F.R. ; and (2) in adopting the C.F.R. as it relates to motor carriers, the Delaware statute inadvertently deleted 392.5(c) of Title 49 of the C.F.R. which requires drivers who are under the influence of alcohol as defined by state statute to be immediately placed Out of Service (OOS). This bill amends Title 29, 8224 and 8225 of the Delaware Code by adopting the H.M.R.’s as it relates to certain hazardous materials, which are currently exempted in the Delaware Code, when those hazardous materials are being transported from a commercial retailer to a final end user, thereby bringing Delaware into compliance with federal regulations. Additionally, this amendment will give Delaware the authority to place a driver Out Of Service (OOS) when the driver has violated the alcohol prohibitions contained in 49 C.F.R.  392.5. 49 C.F.R.  392.5 requires that a driver who is under the influence of alcohol to be immediately placed Out of Service (OOS) such that they are not permitted to operate or have physical control of their commercial vehicle. Being “in possession of alcohol” does not apply to drivers when they are transporting alcohol as part of their shipment, or when alcohol is in possession or being used by passengers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB254/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7663026905da7ec885257a16007004d8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430517,"bill_number":"SB253","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The Town Of Henlopen Acres, To Relating The Qualifications Of Mayor, Commissioners, And Voters.","description":"This bill amends the Charter for the Town of Henlopen Acres to clarify that all candidates for Town Commissioner and all serving Town Commissioners must be eligible to vote in the annual municipal election, and to modify the qualifications for voter eligibility in municipal elections, including (1) removing general entity voting, and (2) allowing voting by individuals who are both grantors/settlers and trustees of valid revocable trusts holding real property located within the municipal boundaries of Henlopen Acres. Additionally, this bill corrects the numbering and lettering of provisions which, through previous amendments, became non-sequential.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Assigned to Community/County Affairs Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Community/County Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB253/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9cc69be0dfce448685257a1b0060df2b?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430519,"bill_number":"SB252","title":"An Act To Institute Patient Protections By Requiring That Health Plan Contracts Issued, Amended, Or Renewed On Or After January 1, 2013 That Cover Prescription Drugs, Shall Comply With Certain Cost Sharing And Appeals Requirements.","description":"This Bill imposes dollar limits on the prescription drug insurance practice of cost-sharing known as specialty tiers in order to protect patients from unaffordable co-insurance fees. Patient’s co-payment or co-insurance fees for specialty tier drugs will be limited to $100 per month for up to a 30-day supply of any single drug; and will not exceed, in the aggregate for all covered drugs, $200 per month per enrollee. The bill goes into effect on January 1, 2013.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES) in Senate with 5 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB252/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/adde78cd39c8b77d852579fa00623dfb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430521,"bill_number":"SB251","title":"An Act To Create A Public-private Program For Educational Facilities And Infrastructure Improvements At County Vocational-technical High School Districts And County Vocational-technical Center Districts.","description":"Public projects are being undertaken in a number of States under legislation allowing for public-private initiatives. This legislation allows Vocation – Technical High School Districts and Centers to utilize such contractual approach for education facilities and infrastructure project improvements. The procurement process is streamlined and designed to save money and time by allowing for the packaging of services. Flexibility is provided to allow for private funding of improvements which can be located on public or private lands. Payment for projects must come from available funds, and the legislation does not authorize any appropriations. A public solicitation process is involved for contract work and any work performed must satisfy code requirements, be subject to prevailing wage rates for use of public funds, be secured by performance bonds or other forms of security, and be approved by the Boards of the Vocational – Technical High School Districts and Centers. Any contract exceeding $1,000,000 requires Department of Education approval. The full faith and credit of the State of Delaware cannot be pledged for any project.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB251/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/55b77a9e546cafed85257a1400685fb8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430523,"bill_number":"SB250","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Motor Vehicle Document Fees.","description":"This Bill creates an exemption from the motor vehicle document fee for fuel-efficient vehicles. This exemption is scheduled to sunset in three years.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Assigned to Highways & Transportation Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Highways & Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB250/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/8ebd1b1cd87521d385257a1b0052b2d0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430527,"bill_number":"SB249","title":"An Act To Rename The Main Administration Building Of The Delaware Department Of Agriculture In Honor Of Former Delaware State Representative, State Senator And Secretary Of Finance Richard S. Cordrey.","description":"This Act has the effect of renaming the Delaware Department of Agriculture Main Administration Building at 2320 South DuPont Highway, Dover, Delaware as the “Richard S. Cordrey Building” in honor of the Honorable Richard S. Cordrey of Millsboro, former Delaware State Representative, State Senator, and Secretary of Finance. This gesture is made because of his exemplary service to the State of Delaware in numerous challenging capacities and because of his lifelong dedication to farming and to Delaware’s agricultural traditions.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB249/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/245057efbc3ead2085257a150058bda7?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430528,"bill_number":"HJR18","title":"Directing The Department Of Services For Children, Youth And Their Families To Submit An Analysis And Recommendations For Creating A Developmentally Appropriate Foster Care Program For Youth/young Adults Up To Age 21.","description":"This resolution is in response to recommendations from Delaware’s Youth Advisory Council, which is comprised of youth who have experienced foster care and who speak on behalf of all youth in care. The Youth Advisory Council provides the opportunity for youth, who are sincere about improving foster care, to assemble and discuss issues and possible solutions. The Youth Advisory Council members, in collaboration with the Delaware Youth Opportunities Initiative, have asked the Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families and the General Assembly to consider creating a developmentally appropriate foster care program for youth/young adults up to the age of 21 to assist with their successful transition to adulthood. This resolution requires significant youth participation in submitting a timely analysis and report on the practical and fiscal impacts of extending Delaware’s foster care program to age 21.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HJR18/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5687d41c81019d9585257a1c005356de?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430532,"bill_number":"HB400","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Tanning Facilities.","description":"This Bill will prohibit use of tanning devices at a tanning facility by someone under the age of 18 unless that person has a medical prescription. That prohibition is presently the law in Delaware for people under the age of 14. Someone between 14 and 17 currently needs to only have a parent’s consent. This Bill will also require tanning facilities to post warning signs and provide written warning statements to customers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Health & Human Development Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Health & Human Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB400/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/83e504b12204207885257a0200515078?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430534,"bill_number":"HB391","title":"","description":"Delaware’s seat belt law allows law enforcement to pull over a driver if the driver or anyone in the vehicle is not wearing a seat belt. It is a civil penalty with a fine of $25 plus court costs. However,  4802(g)(2)a. and b. of Title 21 of the Delaware Code provide that if a police officer charges a motorist with any other Title 21 offense, and the driver or passenger is not wearing a seatbelt, the officer can only issue a seat belt assessment (not a seat belt law citation) to the motorist. This bill amends  4802(g)(2) to strengthen the state’s seat belt law by allowing a law enforcement officer to issue a citation to a driver/passenger for violating the seat belt law regardless of the other offenses committed. By doing so, it will simplify administration of the seat belt law and encourage the use of seatbelts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (PUBLIC SAFETY & HOMELAND SECURITY) in House with 7 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB391/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9b3fc421ef13361d85257a1c0052ec27?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430536,"bill_number":"HB390","title":"An Act To Amend Title 12 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Estates And Fiduciary Relations.","description":"The amendment extends the time for presenting claims against an estate when letters of testamentary or administration are granted. The letters are the first official publication of notice of death issued by the Register of Wills. Where there is an outstanding debt owed to a state-run long-term care facility, DHSS is able to file a claim against the decedent’s estate. Under current law, claims which arose before the decedent’s death are barred unless filed within 8 months death. DHSS may not receive notice of death until letters are granted and published by the Register of Wills. Under current law, if the estate is opened more than 8 months after death, and even if letters are granted more than 8 months after death, the State is barred from filing a claim against the estate. The amendment extends the time for presenting claims against an estate to 8 months after letters testamentary or letters of administration are granted.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Introduced in House and assigned to Health & Human Development Committee","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB390/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ca5bb3709e33533585257a1b006e8fb5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430539,"bill_number":"HB389","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Runaway And Homeless Youth.","description":"Existing programs and services underserve runaway and homeless youth. This bill creates a specific assessment and reporting requirement for the Delaware Interagency Council on Homelessness, in conjunction with the Department of Services for Children, Youth & their Families to identify and define youth who are runaway or homeless, and to provide a comprehensive analysis of the resources and that may already exist, or that may be needed to serve the runaway and homeless youth population.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB389/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/4e8dc5c6f47681f585257a1c005bb322?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430543,"bill_number":"HB388","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Dentistry And Dental Hygiene.","description":"This bill makes technical changes and amends the location of various provisions in the Dentistry and Dental Hygiene subchapter. The bill also makes substantive changes to the Dentistry and Dental Hygiene subchapter by enabling candidates for licensure as dental hygienists to be licensed either upon satisfactory completion of the Delaware exam or satisfactory completion of a nationally recognized regional exam.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability) Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability)","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB388/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/db33387bf48c68d785257a1b0054b462?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430588,"bill_number":"HB392","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Health Insurance.","description":"This Delaware Health Security Act will provide all current and future Delaware citizens, our state's budget and future economy and job development a non-government run program and cost effective single payer health care system. This system eliminates unnecessary multi-payer brokers and will save approximately 40 percent of total funds now wasted by a 30 percent loss to administrative/overhead costs (costly paperwork, profits, advertising, lobbying, etc.) and a minimum of 10 percent to unchecked health care fraud. These savings are research-documented by single payer health care systems used by our military services, Veterans Administration's health care system and our Medicare system. A typical research study by a Harvard University team showed a 33 percent administrative/overhead waste of our health care funds by insurance company brokers compared to 1.5 percent administrative/overhead cost of our single payer Medicare system. These Delaware annual savings and a stabilized funding structure with accountable budgets will enable our state to provide the following health care benefits to all citizens, our state's budget and future economic/job development: (1) Comprehensive health care coverage (physicians and specialists, hospital needs, long-term care, pharmaceutical drugs, dental care, mental health, drug rehabilitation, special equipment and aids, etc.) from conception until death without any extra health insurance or out-of-pocket expense; (2) Eliminate the huge double-digit annual increases in health care costs; only the smaller rate of inflation will apply; (3) Will return all health care decision-making to physicians, dentists and other professional health care professional staff; (4) Eliminates the pauper requirement that one must give up all savings and property before receiving Medicare/Medicaid funds for long-term care; (5) Will eliminate all health care debts, major cause of personal bankruptcies and the ability to buy or keep one's home; (6) Will eliminate the destructive, debilitating effects of chronic stress on our uninsured, under insured and their families; (7) Will serve as a magnet to both attract and retain private businesses competing in the global economy. This was the key reason we lost the Chrysler and General Motors automobile manufacturing plants; (8) In addition to providing comprehensive health care coverage for all citizens, this Act will save millions each year for our state's budget; (9) Personal health care savings by our state's citizens will add hundreds of millions to our state's annual economy; and (10) Will significantly elevate our state's ranking of from 40th or lower among all states on health care challenges such as well babies, women's health care status, cancer, etc. This Act will provide funds for three years for training and economic assistance for displaced paperwork employees who choose to fill additional needed health care service jobs created by approximately a five percent increase in health care utilization caused by this reformed health care system. This Act will be administered by a 15-member Delaware Health Security Board comprised as follows: State Secretary of Health And Social Services, appointed by the Governor; Two members from both the State House of Representatives and State Senate Committees concerned with health care issues; Five members from state health professional organizations and five members from eligible consumer organizations in our state. There will be a County Advisory Council in each of our state's three counties. The appointments and membership will be from the same sources as the State Health Security Board with the requirement that all Council members must be residents of the county they serve. These County Advisory Councils will work with and through the State's Board and four Divisions in more effectively implementing the planning, operation and evaluation of the Delaware Health Security Act. Funding for the Delaware Health Security Act will be as follows: (1) All state and federal funds available for health and health care costs in Delaware; (2) Employer and employee graduated payroll tax from 4 percent for employers with less than ten employees to 9 percent for employers with 50 or more employees; (3) A Health Security tax of 2.5 percent on net taxable income (after deductions) for all heads of households and persons subject to Delaware's income tax; and (4) An additional Health Security income surtax on net taxable income of 2.5 percent for persons filing a Delaware income tax return in excess of $250,000. Married couples filing a joint Delaware income tax return shall pay an additional income surtax of 2.5 percent on net taxable income in excess of $500,000.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB392/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a4c9b7bd99ea4da385257950004f0b19?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430594,"bill_number":"HCR51","title":"Honoring The Young Men From Across The State Of Delaware Participating In The 2012 Session Of Delaware's Boys State.","description":"This Resolution recognizes and honors the young men participating in the 2012 session of Delaware's Boys State.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR51/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/63c087053630df2985257a1b004899d3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430603,"bill_number":"HR35","title":"Recognizing June 14, 2012, As Staff Appreciation Day In The House Of Representatives.","description":"This Resolution recognizes Thursday, June 14, 2012, as “Staff Appreciation Day” in the House of Representatives.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR35/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/5b9dcfa4f406870785257a1c006dfabc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430609,"bill_number":"SB256","title":"An Act Proposing An Amendment To Article I, 12 Of The Delaware Constitution Of 1897, As Amended, Relating To Criminal Procedures.","description":"This Act is the first leg of a constitutional amendment that will modernize the bail provisions within the Delaware Constitution and ensure that the right to bail under the Delaware Constitution is coterminous with the bail right guaranteed by the Eighth Amendment of the United States Constitution. This Act would have no effect on bail procedures and standards in capital cases. As to non-capital cases, though, a court could restrict bail in appropriate circumstances. This change to Article I, Section 12 would permit Delaware to achieve consistency with federal law and practice, as well as, that of many other states. Decision-making by any court regarding detention would have to be made on an individualized, fact-governed basis in order to pass muster under both the Federal and Delaware Constitutions. Federal constitutional law permits pre-trial detention based on the premise that certain defendants would continue to victimize members of the community while released on bail pending trial. It makes little sense, however, that protection of the community should depend on whether a defendant is facing trial in federal court as opposed to state court. Author: Sen. DeLuca","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Defeated by Senate. Votes: Defeated 9 YES 11 NO 1 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB256/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/eb139ac5a7d3fc4e85257a1b007a2f78?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430618,"bill_number":"SB257","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Assistance With Medications.","description":"This Act expands the ability of persons to assist in the administration of medications to students by including coaches or persons hired or contracted by schools serving students in kindergarten through grade 12. The Act also provides for the assistance of medication during approved school activities outside the traditional school day and off-campus activities.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-18","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB257/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d25b296ed541657785257a0000715c24?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430625,"bill_number":"SB258","title":"An Act To Amend Title 12 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Voluntary Disclosure Of Abandoned Or Unclaimed Property.","description":"This bill creates an additional incentive for holders of abandoned property to report such property to the state and promptly resolve such claims. Holders not currently reporting any or all amounts or types of abandoned property or already engaged in claims resolution with the State Escheator would be eligible to resolve claims before the Secretary of State in a process that would limit the reporting of abandoned property to 1996 or 1993, rather than the current obligation of holders to report abandoned property back to 1981 or those making voluntary disclosure to report abandoned property back to 1991.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-11","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB258/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/209ebbec35aeebe785257a1c006ee16c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430634,"bill_number":"SB259","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Amending The Appeal Process From A Decision Of The Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner.","description":"This bill modifies and clarifies the appeal process for final decisions from the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner to the Appeals Commission, and the appeal process for final decisions of the Appeals Commission to the Superior Court. The process in both instances shall follow the Administrative Procedures Act. Further, section 2 of this bill corrects an error in the designation of the proper state agency subject to judicial review. This bill also modifies and clarifies the appeal process from a final decision of the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner, to cancel or suspend a license, or to fine a licensee, directly to the Superior Court. Due to the emergent business nature of such a final decision by the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner the licensee’s appeal should proceed directly to the Superior Court. The current statute’s arbitration process in which a Superior Court Commissioner’s decision is subsequently reviewed by the Superior Court is not a routine review process which is available in the Superior Court. The reference to compliance with an arbitrator’s order is no longer applicable because the requirement that a Superior Court Commissioner arbitrate the appeal is being deleted from the appeal process.","status_desc":"Stricken","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Stricken","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB259/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/cd7a0f89e7772f0b85257a1c007a3533?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430641,"bill_number":"SB261","title":"An Act To Authorize And Approve The Transfer By The Smyrna School District To The Town Of Smyrna Of Certain Real Property Including Approximately 1.65 Acres Located At The Intersection Of Rabbit Chase Lane And Sunnyside Road.","description":"This Bill provides for the transfer of approximately 1.65 acres to the Town of Smyrna for use as a fire substation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB261/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b51d31dfbde702a285257a160076595e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430647,"bill_number":"SB263","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Public Utilities.","description":"This Act will Allow all Delawarean’s, regardless of income levels, to participate in the benefits of the Delaware Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS); Maintain and grow the jobs created by the home-grown solar industry; Correct a flaw in the current procurement process that precluded systems installed prior to December 1, 2010. Require that a SREC qualifying for DE RPS is created from an installation located on the distribution system serving the citizens of Delaware. Accomplish the above at no cost to ratepayers by reducing potential compliance fees through lowering the Alternate Compliance Payment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Amendment SA 1 - Introduced and Placed With the Bill in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB263/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b598e97c5a3f56c885257a1c0063b3cb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430957,"bill_number":"SB264","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Energy Efficiency Resource Standards And Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards.","description":"The Bill will reduce the average customer energy bill and will create local construction jobs by driving investments in energy efficiency that displace more expensive energy supply purchases. Energy efficiency investments create in-state jobs, lower energy bills for Delaware consumers and businesses, prevent dollars from being sent across borders, encourage the development of skilled energy professionals and labor force in Delaware, stimulate innovation, and cause a reinvestment of Delaware dollars in Delaware. Efficiency investments lead to substantial environmental and health benefits from reduced air pollution, make homes healthier and more comfortable, increase grid reliability, decrease vulnerability to energy price spikes, increase energy security, and boost the economy. The Bill permits electricity providers to utilize electric energy efficiency savings achieved above and beyond the existing electric energy efficiency goals (15% by 2015) toward achieving their renewable energy portfolio standard requirements. Reducing electricity consumption has the same positive attributes as renewable energy resources and through the process set forth in this Bill, will result in actual reductions in overall customer bills. Adding another option for complying with Delaware’s renewable portfolio standards gives energy utilities greater flexibility in how they meet this renewable requirement while still providing the many positive benefits to Delaware citizens as previously defined in the statute. Additionally, the increased flexibility in complying with the renewable portfolio standards could also result in a lower cost to achieve those requirements. In response to the Energy Efficiency Resource Standards (EERS) Workgroup’s report, the Bill clarifies and simplifies the EERS Act. This Bill establishes an alternative compliance pathway for affected energy providers to meet the energy efficiency goals of the EERS Act. The alternative compliance pathway enables the achievement of the targets through the identification of all cost-effective, reliable, and feasible energy efficiency and coincident peak demand reduction programs that reduce the average customer’s energy bill. The new alternative compliance pathway complements the Act’s existing efficiency goals by ensuring energy efficiency and coincident peak demand reduction investments are cost effective, reliable, feasible, and are the least expensive ways to meet the growing energy demands of the state. The Bill also eliminates the authority to impose an energy efficiency surcharge. Energy efficiency is instead treated as an energy resource and is paid for in the same manner as other supply resources, with an assurance that only programs designed to reduce the average customer’s bills will be implemented. A rigorous financial oversight structure is established to ensure that only programs that reduce customer bills are approved. The Bill would reduce energy costs while increasing reliability and energy security for the state. A final component of the Bill synchronizes the Integrated Resource Planning process for regulated utilities with the energy efficiency planning process.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Assigned to Energy & Transit Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":"Energy & Transit","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB264/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e5ad43443f8fac1585257a16005efd87?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430975,"bill_number":"SB260","title":"An Act Making Appropriations For The Expense Of The State Government For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2013; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; And Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions.","description":"This Bill is the Fiscal Year 2013 Appropriation Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB260/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c664d45fa751cd9485257a1e00516fd1?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430993,"bill_number":"SR23","title":"Recognizing June 21, 2012, As “aka Day At The Capitol” In Delaware.","description":null,"status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR23/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7c390fac4680918d85257a1d006855f8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430994,"bill_number":"SCR44","title":"Establishing An Animal Welfare Task Force To Consider And Evaluate The State Of Animal Welfare In Delaware.","description":"This resolution establishes an Animal Welfare Task Force to consider and evaluate the state of animal welfare in Delaware, including the resources devoted to animal welfare services and whether consolidation, collaboration, or reorganization can lead to more effective use of limited resources. Author: Senator Blevins","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR44/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/42b05beaf7e383c085257a210063806f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430995,"bill_number":"SCR43","title":"Establishing A Task Force To Work With The Department Of Education To Ensure That The State’s American History Curriculum Contains A Balanced Presentation Of The History Of Organized Labor And Collective Bargaining And Their Importance In The Development Of Modern America.","description":"This Senate Concurrent Resolution establishes a “Task Force on Labor History” to develop materials to be included in the state’s American history curriculum ensuring that Delaware public school students will be instructed at an appropriate grade level, and in a fair and balanced way, in the history of Organized Labor and the collective bargaining process and their importance to the development of modern America.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Passed by House of Representatives. Votes: Passed 30 YES 11 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR43/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/90c50103fbd1daba85257a1d005ab7a3?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430996,"bill_number":"HB398","title":"An Act To Amend Volume 51, Chapter 237, Laws Of Delaware, As Amended, Entitled \"an Act To Reincorporate The Town Of Bridgeville\" Relating To The Power To Borrow Funds For Municipal Purposes Without Referendum.","description":"This bill authorizes the Commissioners of the Town of Bridgeville to borrow up to $1,500,000 for proper municipal purposes by issuing bonds or other obligations without the duty of a referendum. A public hearing is required before the funding is approved. The hearing notice must include the total amount that the Commission is planning to borrow, and the project or projects that the borrowed funds will be used to finance. In addition to complying with the requirements of the state Freedom of Information Act, the hearing notice must be posted at least seven days in advance of the hearing, not including the day of the hearing.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB398/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/896a8370a32443fd85257a220057d9af?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430998,"bill_number":"HB397","title":"An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Public Service Commission.","description":"This bill clarifies that individuals entering into a cable television franchise agreement with the Public Service Commission are not thereby employees for purposes of the Wage Payment and Collection Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Assigned to Transportation/Land Use and Infrastructure Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":"Transportation/Land Use and Infrastructure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB397/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/89971f10be19435185257a1c0071f62c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":430999,"bill_number":"HB396","title":"An Act To Amend Title 12 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Administration Of Decedents’ Estates.","description":"Existing Delaware law does not address estate property interests in digital assets and digital accounts. This bill will provide executors and administrators of estates control of deceased persons’ digital assets and digital accounts during the probate process. This bill will identify the service providers’ obligations to provide access and control of the assets and accounts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Amendment HA 2 - Introduced and Placed With Bill","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB396/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7757b2b5e731e2ec85257a1500755792?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431000,"bill_number":"HB395","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Electronic Communication Device And Geolocational Privacy.","description":"This Bill prohibits the warrantless search of electronic devices, particularly mobile telephones. This Bill also prohibits the interception of geolocation information by physical placement of a mobile tracking device or otherwise tracking positioning through available technologies. It is the belief of the General Assembly that the warrant requirement should be observed particularly in light of the sensitive nature of the information stored in mobile phones and other electronic devices. It is also believed that mere use or ownership of electronic devices should not diminish the citizenry’s expectation of privacy in geolocation information. Exceptions are herein carved out for consent and emergent circumstances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB395/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9191f0cf6a6d68c4852579d60073d53f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431002,"bill_number":"HB394","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Alcoholic Liquors.","description":"This Bill will modernize the process and requirements for issuance of liquor licenses for off premises consumption. The current process and requirements do not consider population growth. Minimum distance requirements are enhanced while increases in population growth will now be considered to arrive at a safety and convenience balance. The funds acquired though higher license fees will be allocated to OABCC, DATE and the State Public School Improvement Fund. The OABCC can then invest in tools of efficiency, DATE can strengthen its enforcement capabilities, and our public schools will receive additional funding to be employed as the Secretary of Education deems appropriate.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/BANKING/INSURANCE/COMMERCE) in House with 3 Favorable, 4 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB394/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/37c0477140a33a7d85257a01007834f9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431003,"bill_number":"HB393","title":"An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Pawnbrokers, Secondhand Dealers, And Scrap Metal Processors And Precious Metals, Pricing, And Weighing.","description":"This bill sets certain standards for weighing and posting of pricing information relating to precious metals. This bill is modeled after laws in effect in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Passed by House of Representatives. Votes: Passed 41 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB393/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/58130e17c391cc3685257a16005f5e00?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431124,"bill_number":"SCR46","title":"Creating And Establishing A Task Force To Examine The Issue Of Workplace Bullying.","description":"This resolution establishs the Workplace Bullying Task Force to examine the issues of workplace bullying.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":"Executive","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR46/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9380476c2e3307a485257a1d0070a810?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431125,"bill_number":"SB273","title":"An Act To Amend Title 13 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Child Support.","description":"The current definition of income used in the calculation of child support payments is limited to periodic payments and does not include occasional lump sum payments received by support obligors. These amendments broaden the definition of “income” to include a lump sum payment and allows the Division of Child Support Enforcement to issue an income withholding order against the lump sum payment to pay arrears or retroactive support. As with all income withholding orders, the Consumer Credit Protection limits apply to a lump sum income withholding order.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB273/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/46628033daa7eab185257a1b00577021?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431126,"bill_number":"SB271","title":"An Act To Amend Title Subchapter Ix Of Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Tax Credits.","description":"This Act expands the New Economy Jobs Program by creating another means by which employers relocating jobs to Delaware may qualify for the tax credit. Under this Act, employers that relocate at least 200 jobs to Delaware will be entitled to a tax credit equal to 25% of the withholding paid by the employer on behalf of the relocated employees. If employers relocate more than 200 jobs, the size of the tax credit increases and can reach 40% if the employer relocates 500 or more employees. The Act also maintains incentives for relocating jobs into municipalities, targeted growth areas and counties, and on to redeveloped brownfields. Altogether, the maximum tax credit can reach 65% of the withholding paid on behalf of the relocated employees.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB271/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/b14656513a10e13185257a1c00796fc0?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431129,"bill_number":"SB270","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Delaware Commission Of Veteran’s Affairs Member Appointments.","description":"This bill increases the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs from 15 to 17 members by adding two “at large” commissioners. The bill also adds the Delaware National Guard as an organization in which qualifying military service can be obtained.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB270/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/eaabd5600a99018d85257a2300691247?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431130,"bill_number":"SB269","title":"An Act To Amend The Charter Of The City Of Rehoboth Beach Relating To Indebtedness.","description":"This bill makes the total indebtedness for the City of Rehoboth Beach 50,000,000.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-23","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB269/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ac52a767ceaa8afc85257a22005f4ca5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431133,"bill_number":"SB268","title":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Relating To Crimes And Criminal Procedure.","description":"An Act To Amend Title 11 Relating To Crimes And Criminal Procedure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB268/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/ad27f8477e75c11d85257a1c006efff5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431134,"bill_number":"SB267","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Cemetery Registration And Distressed Cemetery Fund:","description":"The primary objective of this legislation is to clarify some of the existing wording of Title 29, Chapter 79A. Cemetery Registration and Distressed Cemetery Fund. The proposed legislation would make the objectives of the Cemetery Board lucid by clarifying the board’s objective, nature of board member duties, as well as the board’s powers.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to House Administration Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Administration","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB267/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/53029d34f3b916d585257a1b00551ddf?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431136,"bill_number":"SB266","title":"An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Special License Or Registration Plates.","description":"This Act removes a members only Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute, Inc. license plate and replaces it with a Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute, Inc. license plate available to all who wish to support Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute, Inc. activities – member and nonmember alike.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB266/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/67cbfbc92dcf3fa485257a1d0063df2e?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431140,"bill_number":"SB262","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Preventive And Urgent Dental Care For Medicaid Recipients.","description":"This Bill expands Delaware’s Public Assistance Code to provide preventative and urgent dental care to all eligible Medicaid recipients. Payments for preventative or urgent dental care treatments shall be subject to a $10.00 recipient copay and the total amount of dental care assistance provided to an eligible recipient shall not exceed $1,000.00 per year, except that an additional $1,500.00 may be authorized on an emergency basis for urgent dental care treatments through a review process established by the State Dental Director. Author: Senator Hall-Long","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Assigned to Health & Social Services Committee in Senate","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":"Health & Social Services","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB262/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7ce241a647de17d4852579d000646b71?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431141,"bill_number":"HCR52","title":"Recognizing November 2012 As Native American Heritage Month In Delaware.","description":"This resolution recognizes November 2012 as native American Heritage Month in Delaware.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR52/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9d6f9b9a440abc4285257a0e0046c007?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431145,"bill_number":"HB402","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Prohibitions Concerning Game And Fish.","description":"Some species of non-native wildlife including invasive species, can pose current and future risks to native wildlife species or their habitats, agriculture, property, or human health or safety. This bill authorizes the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to designate and manage non-native wildlife species such as coyotes through regulation and order.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-07-01","last_action":"HS 1 for HB 402 - Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB402/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/99eb00b32366ce6285257a230059b5aa?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431146,"bill_number":"HB399","title":"An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Child Care Facilities.","description":"Section 344(d) of Title 31 of the Delaware Code currently exempts entities under state ownership or control, such as a public school, from the regulatory authority of the Office of Child Care Licensing (“OCCL”). This Act removes that exemption for expanded or new services or programs. Thus, child care facilities under state ownership and control, including programs for preschool, pre-k and before-and after-school-aged children, must comply with the licensing requirements of the OCCL for new or expanded services, but not for existing services.. A facility that administers federal Head Start programs, however, is not subject to the licensing requirements of the OCCL because such programs are regulated by federal requirements. Maternity wards of general hospitals continue to be exempted from the OCCL’s licensing requirements. Programs that are subject to state education curriculum components are not required to adhere to education curriculum requirements as promulgated by the OCCL.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Reported Out of Committee (HEALTH & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT) in House with 7 On Its Merits","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB399/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/662cf6f2d925fb9085257a220059737c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431165,"bill_number":"SR24","title":"Requesting That The Delaware Solid Waste Authority, Delaware Department Of Natural Resources And Environmental Control And The Zero Waste Working Group, Work With All Interested Parties To Develop A Plan With Proposed Legislation To Be Delivered To The Senate Of The 147th General Assembly In January Of 2013.","description":"This Resolution requests that the Delaware Solid Waste Authority, Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and the Zero Waste Working Group, work with all interested parties to develop a plan with proposed legislation to be delivered to the Senate of the 147th General Assembly in January of 2013.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR24/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a0e4bb2c7b3629c085257a23006fcb39?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431168,"bill_number":"SCR45","title":"Honoring The Young Women From Across The State Of Delaware Participating In The 2012 Session Of Delaware Girls State.","description":"This resolution recognizes and honors the young women of Delaware participating in the 2012 session of Delaware Girls State.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR45/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a24de8f490771bc385257a210068eddc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431173,"bill_number":"SB277","title":"An Act To Amend Title 4 And Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Amending The Appeal Process From A Decision Of The Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner.","description":"This bill modifies and clarifies the appeal process for final decisions from the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner to the Appeals Commission, and the appeal process for final decisions of the Appeals Commission to the Superior Court. The process in both instances shall follow the Administrative Procedures Act. Further, section 2 of this bill corrects an error in the designation of the proper state agency subject to judicial review. This bill also modifies and clarifies the appeal process from a final decision of the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner, to cancel or suspend a license, or to fine a licensee, directly to the Superior Court. Due to the emergent business nature of such a final decision by the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner the licensee’s appeal should proceed directly to the Superior Court. The current statute’s arbitration process in which a Superior Court Commissioner’s decision is subsequently reviewed by the Superior Court is not a routine review process which is available in the Superior Court. The reference to compliance with an arbitrator’s order is no longer applicable because the requirement that a Superior Court Commissioner arbitrate the appeal is being deleted from the appeal process.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB277/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3018a7b06ef85c0785257a240064a18a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431178,"bill_number":"HB401","title":"An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Free Surf Fishing Vehicle Permits For Certain Volunteers.","description":"Delaware volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) are the first responders to all types of emergencies in the State. They provide fire extinguishment, fire prevention, life safety education, and emergency medical and rescue services. They respond to calls for help from the citizens of Delaware for all types of fires, hazardous materials incidents, vehicle crashes, emergency medical service calls, building collapses, and thousands of other emergency and non-emergency calls. They are truly Delaware’s first responders. They do this day after day, any time, day or night -- for no compensation. They do this fully knowing that they may be injured, or even killed, in the line of duty. In order to reward them, this bill is offered as an incentive for them to continue with the fine service they provide to the citizens of Delaware. The bill gives free surf fishing vehicle permits to active Delaware volunteer firefighters, active EMTs, and life-members of volunteer fire departments.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-27","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB401/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/21dd1592d7cc83d885257a230052fd41?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431388,"bill_number":"SB278","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Regulation Of The Manufacture, Distribution And Dispensing Of Controlled Substances, And The Delaware Prescription Monitoring Program.","description":"Section 1 creates the Controlled Substance Advisory Committee, a designee/recommending body that previously existed only in regulation; makes numerous grammatical corrections; makes uniform the language pertaining to the Secretary’s duty to the public interest; codifies requirements applicants must meet before they are issued a controlled substance registration; adds discipline of one’s professional license as a basis to have a controlled substance registration denied or disciplined; limits the Secretary’s power to issue a rule to show cause order to those instances in which a registrant no longer meets the requirements for registration or has failed to complete mandatory continued education; increases the Secretary’s power to fine from $500 to $1,000 per offense; clarifies that all hearings contemplated by this Subchapter are governed by the APA; and revamps the Secretary’s power to temporarily suspend a controlled substance registration to create a process akin to that used by the Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline. Section 2 corrects  4798 (b)(9)(c) by deleting the word “prescribes” and replacing it with “dispenses”. Section 2 of this bill also creates a new requirement that dispensers check the patient utilization report for the past 12 months of any patient that the dispenser has a reasonable belief may be seeking controlled substances for any non-medical reason. This provision was inadvertently omitted from the initial bill creating the Prescription Monitoring Program.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Health & Human Development Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Health & Human Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB278/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/1bb8f6480c0f365485257a22005ca2e2?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431390,"bill_number":"HB410","title":"A Bond And Capital Improvements Act Of The State Of Delaware And Certain Of Its Authorities For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2013; Authorizing The Issuance Of General Obligation Bonds Of The State; Appropriating Funds From The Transportation Trust Fund; Authorizing The Issuance Of Revenue Bonds Of The Delaware Transportation Authority; Appropriating Special Funds Of The Delaware Transportation Authority; Appropriating General Funds And Bond Premiums Of The State; Reverting And Reprogramming Certain Funds Of The State; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; Amending Certain Statutory Provisions; And Amending The Laws Of Delaware.","description":"A Bond And Capital Improvements Act Of The State Of Delaware And Certain Of Its Authorities For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2013; Authorizing The Issuance Of General Obligation Bonds Of The State; Appropriating Funds From The Transportation Trust Fund; Authorizing The Issuance Of Revenue Bonds Of The Delaware Transportation Authority; Appropriating Special Funds Of The Delaware Transportation Authority; Appropriating General Funds And Bond Premiums Of The State; Reverting And Reprogramming Certain Funds Of The State; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; Amending Certain Statutory Provisions; And Amending The Laws Of Delaware.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB410/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/47029a5555cf857585257a10006fbb7c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431394,"bill_number":"HB404","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Creating A Responsible Contractor Law.","description":"This Act would require that all work on public works contracts is performed by responsible, qualified firms that maintain the capacity, expertise, personnel, and other qualifications and resources necessary to successfully perform such contracts in a timely, reliable and cost effective manner.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Amendment HA 1 - Introduced in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB404/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/d4429bc13908eb8785257a240077e3d9?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431399,"bill_number":"HB403","title":"An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Hospital Infections Disclosure Act.","description":"This bill broadens the purpose of the Hospital Acquired Infections Advisory Committee to include prevention and control of hospital acquired infections in addition to disclosing such infections to the Department of Health and Social Services. It also extends the scope of the Hospital Infections Disclosure Act to long-term care facilities, freestanding surgical centers, dialysis centers, and psychiatric facilities. These facilities would not be required to report healthcare associated infections unless required by DHSS with the concurrence of the Advisory Committee. The bill requires all physicians to report a healthcare associated infection, not just those physicians who performed the procedure that led to the infection. It also changes the required content of quarterly and annual reports. Finally, the bill clarifies that reports of infections by Correctional facilities are infections that result from health care provided in the facility.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-20","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB403/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/de6abc6f816bed8185257a2900556e29?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431421,"bill_number":"SCR47","title":"Creating And Establishing A Task Force To Examine The Issue Of Workplace Bullying.","description":"This resolution establishes the Workplace Bullying Task Force to examine the issues of workplace bullying.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 1 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SCR47/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/7498f89ecbe8755685257a2400679e25?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431444,"bill_number":"HB405","title":"An Act To Amend Title 30 Relating To The Personal Income Tax And Age 55+ Housing.","description":"This Act shall be known as the “Delaware Age 55+ Volunteer Program Act.” It provides incentives for those buying Age 55+ Homes to donate their time and talent to Delaware charities and non-profit organizations. Provided an individual donates at least 52 hours of service to participating non-profits, the individual shall be entitled to a tax credit in the amount of 2% of the purchase price of their home, up to a maximum of $8,000. For an individual purchasing a $200,000 home, this would equate to a potential tax credit of $2,000. The program shall be available to all those who purchase homes beginning January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2015. It shall provide the opportunity for the annual tax credit through the tax year 2020. Because the incentive is being placed in the chapter of the code dealing with personal income tax, it only applies to individuals and not to corporations, limited liability companies, or other entities. The program is designed not only to be an incentive for home sales, but also to take advantage of the skills and experiences of older Delaware residents and to encourage them to donate time to participating non-profits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Revenue & Finance Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Revenue & Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB405/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/be15205bc32c6c3085257a1d006d0ff8?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431447,"bill_number":"HCR53","title":"Proclaiming The Week Of October 21-27, 2012 As “delaware’s Pro Bono Celebration Week.”","description":"By way of this Resolution the General Assembly hereby recognizes the importance of pro bono legal services to the many citizens of Delaware and does hereby recognize the week of October 21-27, 2012 as “Delaware’s Pro Bono Celebration Week.”","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR53/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/22c4a0fb8dff23c385257a130056ad4f?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431449,"bill_number":"HCR54","title":"Recognizing July 9, 2012, As The Day Of The Warrant Officer Corps.","description":"This House Concurrent Resolution designates July 9, 2012, as the Day of the Warrant Officer Corps.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR54/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/9aec3fd5e94f37ca85257a2200609edb?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431451,"bill_number":"HCR55","title":"Creating The Delaware Health Fund Working Group.","description":"This House Concurrent Resolution creates the Delaware Health Fund Working Group.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR55/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/dbc8dfd1d87e749685257a2a0042ddcc?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431453,"bill_number":"SB274","title":"An Act To Amend Title 13 And Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Child Support.","description":"On December 8, 2010, President Obama signed the Claims Resolution Act into law (Public Law 111-291).This federal law contains a provision applicable to the State Directory of New Hires which requires a change to  2208(c) of Title 13 and  1156A of Title 30. Specifically, employers are required to report the date an employee first performs services for pay as a data element when reporting to the State Directory of New Hires. Failure to comply with this federal law would disallow the Division of Child Support Enforcement’s state plan causing it to lose 66% of its federal financial participation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB274/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6594bad43ef6c14985257a1b0056c897?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431455,"bill_number":"SB279","title":"An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code To Provide Post-retirement Increases To Pensioners And Pensions.","description":"This Act grants pension increases to retired State Employees, retired Judges, retired “New” State police and retired County/Municipal Police/Firefighters on July 1, 2012 for persons whose pension benefit was effective on or before June 30, 2011 and is payable on July 1, 2012.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB279/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/719b23fd8293c34485257a29006c4acd?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431456,"bill_number":"SJR10","title":"Declaring The Week Of October 14-20 As \"mediation Week\" In Delaware.","description":"This Senate Joint Resolution proclaims the week of October 14-20, 2012 as “Mediation Week” in the State of Delaware.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR10/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/3a072cab83c87d5085257a2900735945?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431458,"bill_number":"SJR11","title":"The Official General Fund Revenue Estimate For Fiscal Year 2012.","description":"This Resolution provides the official revenue, refund, and unencumbered funds estimates for Fiscal Year 2012.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR11/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/6d28657675d61ade85257a2300459bc5?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":431540,"bill_number":"HB406","title":"An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Manufactured Home Communities And The Lot Rental Assistance Program.","description":"This bill amends one of the requirements for a homeowner or tenant to qualify for the Lot Rent Assistance Program. That program provides a credit against the lot rent in the amount of the difference between the rent that would otherwise be charged and 30% of the median county income. The bill increases the income limits to 75% of the county median income for the number of residents in the home. The homeowner or tenant must still meet the other requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Introduced and Assigned to Manufactured Housing Committee in House","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Manufactured Housing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HB406/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e4497993ceec16c985257a2a007a0e2d?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431548,"bill_number":"SB265","title":"An Act Making Appropriations For Certain Grants-in-aid For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2013; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds, Amending The Fiscal Year 2013 Appropriations Act.","description":"This Act provides supplementary appropriations to certain Grants-in-Aid for Fiscal Year 20122013. Section 1 – Government Units and Senior Center $20,582,465 $21,632,943 Section 2 – One-Times and Community Agencies $15,450,864 $16,215,516 Section 3 – Fire Companies $4,898,511 $6,070,750 Section 4 – Veterans Organizations $296,360 $302,287 GRAND TOTAL $41,228,200 $44,221,496","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-07-01","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SB265/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/e8b5aff6a7f7b26185257a10006e6d44?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431642,"bill_number":"HCR57","title":"Creating A Task Force To Examine Programs For Gifted And Talented Students In The State Of Delaware.","description":"This resolution creates the Gifted and Talented Student Task Force.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HCR57/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/59ad513dec51c66d85257a240045e292?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431644,"bill_number":"HR37","title":"Creating The Delaware School Construction Working Group","description":"This House Resolution creates the Delaware School Construction Working Group to evaluate the School Construction Planning Committee and school construction cost data.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Passed in House by Voice Vote","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/HR37/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/eb9a8caa4ce87db085257a2b005e89a6?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431646,"bill_number":"SJR13","title":"Requiring The Department Of Transportation To Require The Inspection Of The Railroad Trestles Over 18th Street And Concord Avenue In Wilmington And To Pursue All Remedies Available Thereafter As Necessary.","description":"This resolution recognizes the noticeable deterioration of the CSX owned railroad trestles over 18th Street and Concord Avenue in Wilmington and requires DELDOT to take advantage of existing statutory remedies to initiate a third party inspection of both bridges and to address serious safety concerns.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2012-08-13","last_action":"Signed by Governor","last_action_date":"2012-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SJR13/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/c9b63173c5b78fc085257a1e006d043a?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431648,"bill_number":"SR25","title":"Honoring Senator George Howard Bunting, Jr. Of Sussex County, As He Prepares To Retire From The Senate, For His 28 Years Of Distinguished Service To The General Assembly Of The State Of Delaware.","description":"This Senate Resolution honors Senator George H. Bunting, Jr., as he prepares to retire after 12 years as a member of the House of Representatives and 16 years as a member of the Senate.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR25/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/a5187aa2c552dfac85257a2d006a2186?OpenDocument","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":431649,"bill_number":"SR26","title":"Commending Liane Mcdowell Sorenson, Senate Minority Whip, For Her Service To The People Of Delaware And Bidding Farewell To Our Esteemed Colleague As She Retires From The Senate In 2012.","description":"This Resolution commends Liane M. Sorenson, Senate Minority Whip, for her service to the people of Delaware and extends best wishes to our esteemed colleague as she retires from the Senate.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/DE/bill/SR26/2011","state_link":"http://legis.delaware.gov/LIS/lis146.nsf/2bede841c6272c888025698400433a04/76c771ef54bae7f885257a2d00754b9c?OpenDocument","sponsor":null}
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