HB75

An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Statute Of Limitations For Civil Claims Based On Sexual Abuse Of A Minor.

Final Passage·7/1/26
Draft Text

Delaware HB75 removes the statute of limitations for civil claims based on sexual abuse of a minor by an adult.

Delaware HB75 amends Title 10 of the Delaware Code to allow victims of childhood sexual abuse to file civil claims at any time, regardless of when the abuse occurred. The bill removes the statute of limitations for such claims, enabling victims who were previously barred from filing suits due to expired time limits to pursue legal action. The legislation also addresses the potential for defendants to recover attorney's fees in cases of false accusations and applies to all types of entities, including charitable organizations and educational institutions.

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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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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

20 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 25

2:00 PM

Judiciary

Mar 11

2:00 PM

Judiciary

History

Jul 1

Senate

Amendment SA 1 to HB 75 - Stricken in Senate

Jul 1

Senate

Amendment SA 2 to HB 75 - Introduced and Placed With Bill

Jul 1

Senate

Amendment SA 3 to HB 75 - Introduced and Placed With Bill