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HB 330

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 14 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO AN EDUCATOR AND EDUCATION STAFF BILL OF RIGHTS.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Frank Cooke and 6 co-sponsors

Delaware bill establishing formal workplace rights and protections for educators and education staff to strengthen labor standards in public schools.

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Bill Summary · HB 330

Legislative bill overview

HB 330 proposes to amend Delaware's education code (Title 14) to establish a formal "Educator and Education Staff Bill of Rights." While the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information, such bills typically codify protections and rights for teachers and school employees regarding workplace conditions, due process, compensation, or working conditions.

Why is this important

Education staff represent a significant portion of the state workforce, and formalizing their rights could affect teacher recruitment, retention, and morale across Delaware's public schools. The bill's outcomes could influence educational quality, school district budgets, and labor relations in the education sector, making it relevant to both education policy and broader workforce issues.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of rights and protections: Disagreement may arise over what specific rights should be included (e.g., job security, evaluation procedures, compensation standards) and how broadly or narrowly they are defined
  • Implementation costs: School districts may raise concerns about fiscal impacts, particularly if new protections require additional administrative processes or staffing
  • Balance with administrative authority: Tension between employee protections and school administrators' ability to manage staff, discipline underperformers, and maintain operational flexibility could emerge during debate

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

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