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House Passes Rep. Snyder-Hall Bill to Reform Court Fines and Fees for Low Income Defendants

DOVER – Continuing efforts to make Delaware’s criminal justice system more fair and focused on rehabilitation, the House passed legislation Tuesday that would give courts greater discretion to waive fines and fees for defendants who lack the ability to pay. […]

House Passes Legislation to Increase Safety Around Fireworks Use and Sale in Delaware

DOVER – In an effort to reduce risks of bodily harm, fires, and property damage in Delaware, the House passed legislation Tuesday aimed at strengthening state laws and regulations around fireworks use and sale.  Sponsored by Rep. Madinah Wilson-Anton, House Majority Whip […]

House Passes Measures to Better Protect and Support Victims of Crimes in Delaware

DOVER – Recognizing the challenges victims often face in the aftermath of crime, the House passed two bills on Tuesday aimed at improving privacy protections and financial support available to survivors across the state. Sponsored by Rep. Krista Griffith and Sen. Nicole Poore, House […]

House Passes Heffernan Bill to Protect Access to Reproductive Health Services and Places of Worship 

DOVER – In an effort to better protect Delawareans from threats, violence, and intimidation at reproductive health facilities and places of worship, the House passed legislation Thursday that would create the new crime of “interference with reproductive health services or […]