HB177

An Act To Amend Chapter 459, Volume 84 Of The Laws Of Delaware, And Chapter 1, Volume 85 Of The Laws Of Delaware, Relating To The Registration Of Trade Names.

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Delaware HB177 amends trade name registration laws, with changes taking effect on June 2, 2025, and February 2, 2026.

Delaware HB177 amends the state's trade name registration laws, making changes to Chapter 459, Volume 84 and Chapter 1, Volume 85 of the Laws of Delaware. The bill specifies that certain sections will take effect on June 2, 2025, and February 2, 2026. The Division of Revenue is required to conduct outreach to agencies and customers before February 2, 2026, to inform them about the changes in the trade name registration process. This outreach must include a frequently asked questions (FAQ) guide to the changes, which will be posted on the Division of Revenue website.

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Sponsors

DDD
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

18 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Absent

DRD

Calendar

May 21, 2025

2:30 PM

Executive

History

May 27, 2025

Signed by Governor

May 22, 2025

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 18 YES 3 ABSENT

May 21, 2025

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Executive) in Senate with 3 Favorable, 2 On Its Merits