HB218

An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Interpersonal And Sexual Violence In The Military.

Final Passage·7/1/26

Delaware HB218 amends Title 10 to enhance protections against interpersonal and sexual violence in the military.

Delaware HB218 modifies Title 10 of the Delaware Code to strengthen protections against interpersonal and sexual violence in the military. The bill updates the criteria for issuing ex parte temporary orders, requiring the court to consider specific statements or actions by the respondent that cause the petitioner to fear future harm. It also mandates that evidence of an existing military protective order be considered in favor of granting an emergency protective order.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 20–0 · Jul 1
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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6
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

20 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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History

Jul 1

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT

Jun 24

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Judiciary) in Senate with 4 On Its Merits

Jun 16

House

Passed By House. Votes: 38 YES 3 ABSENT