HB475

An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Nursing Advancement Fund.

Final Passage·6/24/26
Draft Text

Delaware HB475 imposes a $10 surcharge on nursing licenses to fund the Delaware Nursing Advancement Fund.

Delaware HB475 amends Title 24 of the Delaware Code to impose a $10 surcharge on all initial and renewed licenses for licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, and advanced practice registered nurses starting January 1, 2027. The surcharge proceeds will be credited to the Delaware Nursing Advancement Fund. The fund will be used to award an annual grant to a Delaware nonprofit organization for activities such as maintaining information and conducting studies on the nursing workforce, facilitating partnerships within the nursing community, and educating the public about nursing careers.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 21–0 · Jun 24
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 17

10:00 AM

Health & Social Services

Jun 9

12:30 PM

Health & Human Development

History

Jun 24

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

Jun 17

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Health & Social Services) in Senate with 7 Favorable

Jun 11

House

Passed By House. Votes: 38 YES 1 NO 2 ABSENT