HB301

An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Elections And Criminal Offenses.

Final Passage·6/23/26

Delaware HB301 amends election laws to clarify and penalize breaches of peace and violence at polling places.

Delaware HB301 amends Title 15 of the Delaware Code to clarify and strengthen penalties for breaches of peace and violence at polling places. The bill specifically addresses incidents of hindering, controlling, coercing, or intimidating voters. It also penalizes the use of violence or threats of violence to impede elections or interfere with election officers. Violations are classified as a class G felony, with penalties including fines and imprisonment.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 21–0 · Jun 23
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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8
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 11

1:00 PM

Elections & Government Affairs

History

Jun 23

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

Apr 15

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Elections & Government Affairs) in Senate with 4 On Its Merits

Mar 26

House

Amendment HA 1 to HS 1 - Introduced and Placed With Bill