Delaware HB329 amends emergency management laws to limit state of emergency durations and require legislative approval for certain emergency orders.

Delaware HB329 amends Titles 20 and 29 of the Delaware Code to modify emergency management regulations. The bill restricts the duration of a state of emergency to a maximum of 120 days initially, with a possible single 60-day renewal, unless the Governor finds the threat has passed. Any subsequent renewal requires approval by the General Assembly. The Governor must also describe the reasons for terminating a state of emergency and ensure the order is disseminated to the public.

Delaware HB329 amends emergency management laws to limit state of emergency durations and require legislative approval for certain emergency orders.

Delaware HB329 amends Titles 20 and 29 of the Delaware Code to modify emergency management regulations. The bill restricts the duration of a state of emergency to a maximum of 120 days initially, with a possible single 60-day renewal, unless the Governor finds the threat has passed. Any subsequent renewal requires approval by the General Assembly. The Governor must also describe the reasons for terminating a state of emergency and ensure the order is disseminated to the public.