SB281

An Act To Amend Title 31 And Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Technical Updates For The Delaware Hospital For The Chronically Ill.

Final Passage·6/16/26

SB281 amends Title 31 and Title 29 of the Delaware Code to update technical aspects of the Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill.

SB281 makes technical updates to the Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill, including clarifying admission requirements, financial liability of patients and relatives, and the operation of the Eleanor Cain Center. The bill specifies that patients admitted under Title XIX of the Social Security Act are not liable for expenses. It also outlines the responsibilities of the Department of Health and Social Services, including maintaining the hospital, ensuring patient rights, and handling anatomical gifts.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 37–1 · Jun 16
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

37 Yea

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1 Nay

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3 Absent

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Calendar

May 13

11:30 AM

Health & Human Development

Apr 22

10:00 AM

Health & Social Services

History

Jun 16

House

Passed By House. Votes: 37 YES 1 NO 3 ABSENT

May 14

House

Reported Out of Committee (Health & Human Development) in House with 9 On Its Merits

May 6

House

Assigned to Health & Human Development Committee in House