Posts Tagged ‘Legislation Introduced in Delaware’
Legislation Introduced in Delaware Seeks to Expand Coverage for Menopause and Perimenopause Care
Legislation introduced in Delaware  by Senator Nicole Poore and Representative Kamela Smith seeks to expand access for comprehensive menopause and perimenopause care across the state. Senate Bill 319 recognizes menopause as a common health condition, but one that should be taken more seriously by medical providers and insurers alike. SB 319 requires health insurance plans…
Read MoreLegislation Introduced in Delaware to Create Strengthened Firearm Dealer Licensing Requirement
A new bill introduced in Delaware would create stricter oversight of firearm dealers through a state licensing system aimed at reducing illegal gun trafficking. Senate Bill 300, sponsored by Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola, would require most gun dealers to obtain a state license and meet enhanced standards for inspections, security, training, and reporting.…
Read MoreLegislation Introduced in Delaware to Provide Support to Families of Suicide Victims
Lawmakers today introduced new legislation that would provide direct support to families who have lost a loved one to suicide. Sponsored by Rep. Eric Morrison and Sen. Spiros Mantzavinos, House Bill 174 would create a fund for surviving families of suicide victims to help cover the costs related to their loss, including funeral expenses, mental…
Read MoreLegislation Introduced in Delaware to Combat Sexual Extortion and Enhance Protections for Digital Assets
Senate Republican Whip Brian Pettyjohn and Representative Kim Williams have introduced two bills aimed at protecting Delaware families and strengthening legal safeguards against sexual extortion. These bills address critical issues affecting vulnerable populations and reflect Delaware’s commitment to adapting laws to modern challenges. The first bill, Senate Bill 142, strengthens penalties for sexual extortion and…
Read MoreLegislation Introduced in Delaware to Add Clarity to Background Check Requirements for Recreational Marijuana License
Delaware lawmakers have introduced legislation– House Bill 110–to address the FBI’s denial of the state’s request for a service code needed for fingerprint-based background checks in the adult-use marijuana market. The FBI cited the lack of explicit statutory language specifying who must undergo these checks. Sponsored by Rep. Ed Osienski and Sen. Trey Paradee, HB…
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