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HB 182

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 11 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY AGREEMENTS.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 14 co-sponsors

Delaware law signed establishes or modifies law enforcement agency agreements to coordinate investigative procedures, jurisdiction, and resource sharing between municipalities and state agencies.

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Bill Summary · HB 182

Legislative bill overview

HB 182 amends Delaware's Title 11 (criminal law) to establish or modify agreements between law enforcement agencies. The bill passed both chambers with bipartisan support and was signed into law in July 2025. The specific provisions are not detailed in the action summary provided.

Why is this important

Law enforcement agency agreements affect jurisdiction, cooperation protocols, resource sharing, and investigative procedures across municipalities and state agencies. Changes to these frameworks can impact public safety efficiency, accountability structures, and how agencies coordinate on criminal investigations.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of inter-agency authority – Whether agreements grant too much or too little coordination power between local and state law enforcement
  • Accountability mechanisms – How the bill ensures transparency and oversight of agreements that may affect individual rights or agency operations
  • Resource allocation disputes – Potential disagreements over cost-sharing, liability, and resource commitments between participating agencies

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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