HB171

An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Elective Credit For Volunteering With Local Fire Departments.

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Delaware HB171 allows high school students to earn elective credit for volunteering with local fire departments.

Delaware HB171 amends Title 14 of the Delaware Code to allow high school students to earn elective credit for volunteering with local fire departments. Students must perform at least 45 hours of volunteer service per semester for two semesters to qualify for one Delaware Volunteer credit. This credit can count as an elective for graduation if approved by the school principal. The service must be verified by a director or supervisor, certified by a guidance counselor or principal, and not performed during school hours.

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Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 25, 2025

2:00 PM

Education

Jun 11, 2025

3:00 PM

Education

History

Sep 9, 2025

Signed by Governor

Jun 30, 2025

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

Jun 25, 2025

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Education) in Senate with 6 On Its Merits