SB3

An Act Proposing An Amendment To Article V Of The Delaware Constitution Relating To Voting.

Final Passage·3/26/26

Delaware SB3 proposes constitutional amendments to allow voting by absentee ballot without excuse and to establish permanent absentee status.

Delaware SB3 proposes amendments to the Delaware Constitution to allow qualified electors to vote by absentee ballot without needing an excuse. It also establishes permanent absentee status for certain individuals, including those in public service, members of the armed forces, those with permanent physical disabilities, and others. The bill outlines specific conditions under which permanent absentee status can be granted and requires an oath or affirmation for each election when voting by absentee ballot under this status.

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  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 14–5 · Apr 14
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

14 Yea

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5 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 26, 2025

3:00 PM

Elections & Government Affairs

History

Apr 14

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 14 YES 5 NO 2 ABSENT

Mar 26

House

Amendment HA 1 to SS 1 - Passed In House by Voice Vote

Mar 26

House

Passed By House. Votes: 33 YES 7 NO 1 ABSENT