SB273

An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Safety Features In New School Construction Or Major Renovations.

Final Passage·5/14/26
Draft Text

SB273 mandates safety features in new school construction or major renovations in Delaware.

SB273 amends Title 14 of the Delaware Code to require new school construction or major renovations to include a secured vestibule with an intercom or video call box, ballistic-resistant materials in vestibule, lobby, and office areas, classroom doors that can be locked from the outside, and a panic button or intruder alert system. These provisions aim to enhance security and safety for schools in Delaware.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 39–0 · May 14
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

39 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

RR

Calendar

May 6

3:00 PM

Education

Apr 15

2:00 PM

Education

History

May 14

House

Passed By House. Votes: 39 YES 2 ABSENT

May 6

House

Reported Out of Committee (Education) in House with 12 On Its Merits

Apr 22

House

Assigned to Education Committee in House