SB38

An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Retired Law-enforcement Animals.

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Delaware SB38 amends the Delaware Code to establish reimbursement for veterinary care expenses for retired law-enforcement horses and canines.

Delaware SB38 amends Title 16 of the Delaware Code to create a reimbursement process for veterinary care expenses for retired law-enforcement horses and canines. The Department of Correction, the Department of Safety and Homeland Security, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, and the State Fire Prevention Commission will reimburse owners up to $3,000 annually for veterinary care expenses for retired law-enforcement horses and up to $1,500 annually for retired law-enforcement canines. Owners must provide documentation of these expenses.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

40 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 9, 2025

11:30 AM

Health & Human Development

Jan 29, 2025

1:00 PM

Health & Social Services

History

Aug 20, 2025

Signed by Governor

Jun 12, 2025

House

Passed By House. Votes: 40 YES 1 ABSENT

Apr 9, 2025

House

Reported Out of Committee (Health & Human Development) in House with 8 Favorable, 5 On Its Merits