SB325

An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Fire Prevention.

Final Passage·6/30/26

Delaware SB325 amends Title 16 to revise membership requirements for volunteer firefighters, including background checks and disqualifications.

Delaware SB325 amends Title 16 to revise membership requirements for volunteer firefighters. The bill mandates that applicants and members of Delaware volunteer fire departments undergo state and federal background checks. Membership is denied or revoked for those convicted of certain crimes, including felonies, theft, fraud, reckless burning, serious crimes of violence, crimes involving controlled substances, serious property crimes, and crimes involving sexual misconduct.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 40–0 · Jun 30
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 23

10:00 AM

Appropriations

Jun 16

11:00 AM

Public Safety & Homeland Security

History

Jun 30

House

Amendment HA 1 to SB 325 - Passed In House by Voice Vote

Jun 30

House

Passed By House. Votes: 40 YES 1 ABSENT

Jun 30

Senate

Suspension of Rules in Senate