Delaware Senator Gerald Hocker [R]

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DESB43PassThis Act is a substitute for Senate Bill No. 43. Both this Act and SB 43 add additional State facilities and categories of establishments to § 787 of Title 11 which would be required to display public awareness signs about human trafficking. The add...
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2023-09-14
Signed by Governor
DESB66PassThis Act adds the Senate Minority Leader and the House Minority Leader as members of the Public Health Emergency Planning Commission (Commission).
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2023-09-14
Signed by Governor
DESB152PassThis Act expands the rights of long-term care facility residents by ensuring that long-term care facility residents are entitled to care that recognizes cultural differences and preferences and that long-term care facility residents are made aware of...
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2023-09-11
Signed by Governor
DEHB265Intro

Recessed
This act requires a commercial entity that knowingly or intentionally provides pornography and other materials defined as harmful to minors to verify the age of individuals accessing the material.
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2023-09-01
To House Economic Development/Banking/Insurance & Commerce Committee
DEHB28PassThis bill creates a special license plate for Whitetails Unlimited.
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2023-08-31
Signed by Governor
DESJR1PassThis Senate Joint Resolution directs the Department of Services for Children, Youth & Their Families to explore participating in the federal title IV-E Guardianship Assistance Program to increase support to relative guardians and facilitate perma...
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2023-08-31
Signed by Governor
DESB80PassSenate Bill No. 80 codifies the current practice in Delaware of not requiring proof of citizenship or a specific immigration status on an application for a professional license. By affirmatively providing eligibility for professional licenses regardl...
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2023-08-31
Signed by Governor
DESB108PassThis Act revises the State's Gold Alert Program to include missing children and increase dissemination of information to the public to better assist the State's search efforts.
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2023-08-31
Signed by Governor
DEHB132PassSection 1 of this Act amends § 6504 of Title 10 to correct two erroneous cross-references (the cross-references will now correctly reference Title 12 rather than Title 10 of the Delaware Code).
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2023-08-31
Signed by Governor
DESB165PassThis Act amends Chapter 25, Title 24 of the Delaware Code relating to the Practice of Pharmacy. The amendments authorize pharmacists to engage in collaborative pharmacy practice with one or more practitioners meaning individuals who are authorized by...
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2023-08-17
Signed by Governor
DEHB160PassThe National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2020 established 988 as the universal phone number for "the national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline system operating through the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline." Thi...
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2023-08-16
Signed by Governor
DESB176PassThis Act requires that an owner be reimbursed up to $1,500 annually for veterinary care expenses paid by the owner for the care of a retired law-enforcement canine.
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2023-08-10
Signed by Governor
DESB117PassThis Act authorizes paramedics and other EMS providers to provide medical care to police dogs injured at the scene of an emergency. This Act also grants civil immunity to paramedics and other EMS providers who provide medical services to police dogs,...
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2023-08-10
Signed by Governor
DEHB129PassThis Act modifies Section 2803 to add definitions for negligence, misconduct and incompetence. These new definitions will provide greater clarity and guidance for the Council of the Delaware Association of Professional Engineers in determining whethe...
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2023-08-09
Signed by Governor
DEHB218PassThis Act changes the composition of the Commission and further clarifies the definition of veterans as it pertains to this Section of Title 29. The Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs is comprised of members, appointed by the Governor, who repres...
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2023-08-09
Signed by Governor
DEHB83PassThis Act requires every public school and charter school to provide students enrolled in kindergarten with an oral health screening by the last student attendance day of each school year. Notification to the parent or guardian must be done and a copy...
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2023-08-03
Signed by Governor
DEHB157PassThis Act prohibits a pawnbroker, secondhand dealer, or scrap metal processor from purchasing or otherwise acquiring a gift card or other item in its original packaging unless the individual offering the item for sale produces a receipt or proof of pu...
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2023-08-03
Signed by Governor
DEHB183PassThis Act revises the existing crime of endangering the welfare of a child by providing or permitting a child to consume or inhale unprescribed controlled substances in the following ways:
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2023-07-31
Signed by Governor
DESB55PassThis bill establishes the Delaware Rare Disease Advisory Council which, among other things, is intended to educate medical professionals, government agencies, legislators, and the public about rare diseases. There are about 7,000 known rare diseases,...
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2023-07-26
Signed by Governor
DEHB117PassThis bill makes changes to the qualifications for professional land surveyors. This bill also makes clear that there is no civil or criminal trespass when a professional land surveyor enters upon land in the course of preparing a survey.
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2023-07-25
Signed by Governor
DEHB123Engross

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This act would require the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to obtain the consent of the General Assembly before promulgating any regulations restricting the sale of fuel-powered cars, trucks, and SUVs in Delaware. This Act d...
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2023-07-21
To Senate Environment, Energy & Transportation Committee
DEHB137PassThis Act corrects the Delaware crisis text number and the National Suicide Prevention call or text line that is required to be printed on pupil identification cards for all public schools serving pupils in grades 7 to 12 and for all students attendin...
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2023-07-21
Signed by Governor
DESB149PassThis Act would move the 2024 presidential primary election for major political parties from the fourth Tuesday in April to the first Tuesday of April.
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2023-07-21
Signed by Governor
DEHB98PassThis Act creates certain uniform, minimum requirements for public notice related to permits and permit renewals issued by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. In particular, the notice must include instructions for electroni...
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2023-07-21
Signed by Governor
DEHB26PassThis Act provides state employees 30, rather than 15, days of paid leave per year to attend training camp or serve special duty as ordered by the military reserves or Delaware National Guard.
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2023-07-17
Signed by Governor
DESB9PassAlthough lead-based paint is prevalent in many Delaware residences and causes extraordinary neurological damage in children, including seizures, behavioral disorders, developmental delays, and cognitive disabilities, Delaware does not have a comprehe...
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2023-07-17
Signed by Governor
DESB76PassThis Act amends §1311, Title 17 of the Delaware Code to allow for the Delaware Department of Transportation to vacate an old right of way of a newly realigned section of road by resolution.
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2023-06-30
Signed by Governor
DESB6Enroll

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In 1682 or 1683, the Sussex County Court, created by William Penn, created the land grant that is the subject of this Act (Warner Grant). As this Act describes, the Warner Grant consists of land in and adjacent to the City of Lewes largely consisting...
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2023-06-30
Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
DEHB118Enroll

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Due to continuing concerns over the negative health effects secondhand smoke will have on the youth of Delaware, this bill adds Smoking Restrictions within vehicles if a person under the age of eighteen (18) is in the vehicle. Also, it makes clear th...
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2023-06-30
Passed By House. Votes: 35 YES 5 NO 1 ABSENT
DEHB254Intro

Recessed
This Act amends the Charter of The Town of Millville. Specifically, the Act more clearly identifies the documents needed to file for a Town Council member position, as well as the logistics of the candidate providing the results of the criminal backg...
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2023-06-30
To House Administration Committee
DEHB92PassThis Act requires drivers to change lanes or reduce their speed while approaching a stationary vehicle displaying warning signals, including vehicle hazard warning lights, road flares, traffic cones, cautions signs, or any non-vehicular warning signs...
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2023-06-30
Signed by Governor
DEHCR61Engross

Recessed
This resolution encourages support for the counties of this State in their effort to research and study the needs and finances of the volunteer fire services and paid ambulance entities of the State of Delaware.
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2023-06-29
Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
DESCR97Engross

Recessed
This Senate Concurrent Resolution designates October 12, 2023, at "National Farmer's Day" in the State of Delaware.
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2023-06-29
Passed In House by Voice Vote
DESCR99Engross

Recessed
This Concurrent Resolution creates the Victims' Bill of Rights Committee to study and make findings and recommendations regarding the Victims' Bill of Rights.
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2023-06-29
Passed In House by Voice Vote
DEHCR66Engross

Recessed
This Resolution recognizes and commemorates the 50th anniversary of the National Wild Turkey Federation and acknowledges its significant contributions to wildlife management, habitat conservation, and outdoor traditions in the State of Delaware.
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2023-06-29
Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
DESB105PassThis Act amends the Charter of the Town of Selbyville to allow the Town to impose an impact fee to contribute to the costs of operations of volunteer fire companies, ambulance companies, public libraries, or police departments providing services with...
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2023-06-29
Signed by Governor
DEHB131PassThis Act resolves ambiguities in the current law and confirms the ability of a spouse who owns real property as tenant by the entirety, acting alone, to convey that spouses interest in such real property to both spouses, as tenants by the entirety or...
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2023-06-29
Signed by Governor
DEHB251Intro

Recessed
This is the first leg of a constitutional amendment to protect our communities from gun violence.
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2023-06-28
To House Administration Committee
DESB30PassThis Act clarifies what constitutes a sawmill under Delaware law and adds definitions related to agriculture and silviculture. This Act recognizes forest products as unadulterated materials and makes clear their importance to support a thriving indus...
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2023-06-28
Signed by Governor
DESB120PassThis bill adds workforce and affordable housing programs to the current list of realty transfer tax eligible expenditures for New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties.
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2023-06-28
Signed by Governor
DEHB142Enroll

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This bill precludes the so-called LGBTQ+ "panic" defense that seeks to partially or completely excuse or justify a defendant from full accountability for the commission of a crime on the grounds that the actual or perceived sexual orientati...
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2023-06-28
Passed By Senate. Votes: 19 YES 2 ABSENT
DEHB119Engross

Recessed
Delaware is one of five states that does not have an open container law, which is in direct violation of federal regulations. This Bill bans open containers of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles and provides a civil penalty for an offense. A viola...
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2023-06-28
To Senate Corrections & Public Safety Committee
DEHB63PassThis bill allows pensioners to earn $50,000 (instead of $40,000) before incurring a $1.00 deduction to their state pension for every $2.00 earned over that amount.
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2023-06-27
Signed by Governor
DESCR94Engross

Recessed
This resolution recognizes June 2023 as Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month and urges all Delawareans to wear purple to help spread awareness of Alzheimer's and all other dementia.
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2023-06-27
Passed In House by Voice Vote
DEHCR72Engross

Recessed
This concurrent resolution recognizes and honors the young women of Delaware participating in the 2023 session of Delaware Girls State.
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2023-06-27
Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT
DESCR87Engross

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This Senate Concurrent Resolution proclaims the month of October 2023 as Depression Awareness Month in the State of Delaware.
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2023-06-27
Passed In House by Voice Vote
DESCR83Engross

Recessed
This resolution recognizes August 17, 2023, as "National Nonprofit Day" in Delaware.
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2023-06-22
Passed In House by Voice Vote
DESCR85Engross

Recessed
This resolution celebrates the 75th anniversary of Camp Barnes and its dedication to the youth of the State of Delaware.
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2023-06-22
Passed In House by Voice Vote
DEHB224Engross

Recessed
This Act is a substitute for House Bill No. 224. Like House Bill No. 224, this Act narrows the meaning of firearm for purposes of the Delaware Criminal Code by more closely aligning the definition of firearm with the definition in the federal crimina...
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2023-06-22
To Senate Judiciary Committee
DESCR70Engross

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This Resolution designates July 26, 2023, as "Americans with Disabilities Act Day" in the State of Delaware.
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2023-06-22
Passed In House by Voice Vote
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