HB427

An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Offenses Involving Deadly Weapons And Dangerous Instruments.

Final Passage·7/1/26

Amends Delaware Code to allow 16-17 year olds to possess firearms or BB guns under certain conditions.

Delaware HB427 amends Title 11 of the Delaware Code to allow 16-17 year olds to possess firearms or BB guns without direct supervision if they have parental permission, completed a hunter education course, and hold a valid hunting license. The Superior Court gains exclusive jurisdiction over violations of these conditions. The changes apply to both hunting and target practicing activities.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 14–6 · Jul 1
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

14 Yea

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6 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Jun 10

4:00 PM

Natural Resources & Energy

History

Jul 1

Senate

Suspension of Rules in Senate

Jul 1

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 14 YES 6 NO 1 ABSENT

Jun 24

Senate

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