HB158

An Act To Amend Title 20 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Emergency Planning.

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Delaware HB158 amends Title 20 to update emergency planning for public health emergencies.

Delaware HB158 amends Title 20 of the Delaware Code to update the Public Health Emergency Planning Commission's responsibilities and procedures. The bill mandates the Commission to review its Public Health Emergency Operations Coordination Plan every two years and establish a hospital biopreparedness planning subcommittee. It outlines procedures for isolation and quarantine during public health emergencies, including the right to request a hearing in the Superior Court for remedies regarding treatment and the terms of such quarantine or isolation.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 18, 2025

10:00 AM

Health & Social Services

May 21, 2025

11:30 AM

Health & Human Development

History

Aug 25, 2025

Signed by Governor

Jun 26, 2025

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

Jun 18, 2025

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Health & Social Services) in Senate with 2 Favorable, 3 On Its Merits