SB339

An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Advance Health Care Directives.

Final Passage·6/30/26
Draft Text

SB339 amends Delaware's Title 16 to update the optional form for creating an advance health-care directive.

SB339 amends Title 16 of the Delaware Code to update the optional form for creating an advance health-care directive. This form allows individuals to name an Agent to make health-care decisions on their behalf if they are unable to do so themselves. The bill includes optional special powers and guidance, such as allowing the Agent to admit the individual to a mental health facility for up to 72 hours. Individuals can choose to include or exclude these optional powers in their directive.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 41–0 · Jun 30
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

41 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 17

11:00 AM

Health & Human Development

Jun 10

10:00 AM

Health & Social Services

History

Jun 30

House

Passed By House. Votes: 41 YES

Jun 17

House

Reported Out of Committee (Health & Human Development) in House with 11 On Its Merits

Jun 11

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT