2025-2026 Regular SessionDelaware Legislature

SB49: An Act To Amend Title 20 And Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Driving Restrictions During A State Of Emergency.

Legislative Summary

In a state of emergency, getting information to the public as quickly as possible is vital to the safety of the community. This Act provides protections to those who provide these essential communication and broadcasting services by deeming them "first informers." Under this Act, first informers are exempt from driving restrictions that the Governor may impose during a state of emergency.

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Bill History

1/23/2025
Introduced and Assigned to Environment, Energy & Transportation Committee in Senate
3/26/2025
Reported Out of Committee (Environment, Energy & Transportation) in Senate with 3 Favorable, 4 On Its Merits
4/10/2025
Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
4/15/2025
Assigned to Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee in House

Roll Call Votes

Senate Third Reading
4/10/2025
21
Yea
0
Nay
0
Not Voting
0
Absent
Result: PASSED