SB249

An Act To Amend Title 16 And Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Substance Use Harm Reduction.

Final Passage·6/23/26

Delaware SB249 amends Title 16 and Title 29 of the Delaware Code to implement substance use harm reduction strategies.

Delaware SB249 amends the Delaware Code to implement substance use harm reduction strategies. The bill defines "harm reduction" as policies and practices that reduce the adverse health, social, and economic harms associated with substance use. It mandates the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health to adopt evidence-based regulations for harm reduction programs. These programs must provide sterile supplies, referrals for primary and behavioral health care, and assistance with transportation, housing, and enrollment in public benefits.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 22–16 · Jun 23
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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13
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

22 Yea

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16 Nay

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2 Not Voting

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Jun 17

11:00 AM

Health & Human Development

Apr 22

10:00 AM

Health & Social Services

History

Jun 23

House

Passed By House. Votes: 22 YES 16 NO 2 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT

Jun 17

House

Reported Out of Committee (Health & Human Development) in House with 4 Favorable, 5 On Its Merits

May 19

House

Assigned to Health & Human Development Committee in House