The Delaware House passed legislation Tuesday aimed at increasing safety and strengthening oversight of fireworks use and sales across the state.
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The legislation allows licensed professionals to work in participating states without undergoing duplicate licensing processes.
House Bill 280 would allow Delawareans to display a discreet butterfly symbol on state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards. The symbol would signal that the cardholder has a nonapparent disability, helping communicate a person's needs.
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House Bill 174 would establish a new state fund to help families cover funeral costs, mental health counseling, temporary housing, and lost wages. The bill is modeled on the existing Victims’ Compensation Assistance Program.
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The new bill seeks to provide more time between assessments.
Sen. Laura Sturgeon, chair of the Senate Education Committee, emphasized that these reforms aim to restore trust in school boards following high-profile controversies in Delaware.
"Horses in law enforcement perform physically demanding tasks and serve with loyalty and courage," said Senator Lawson. "This bill ensures they receive proper care and attention during their well-earned retirement."
Rep. Sarah McBride (D-DE) and Rep. Young Kim (R-CA) have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at protecting consumers from fraudulent credit repair organizations.