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HB 65

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 15 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO PRIMARY ELECTIONS.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Stephanie Bolden and 10 co-sponsors

Delaware bill amending primary election laws passed House overwhelmingly but stalled in Senate Executive Committee, with unclear specific provisions affecting electoral procedures.

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Bill Summary · HB 65

Legislative bill overview

HB 65 amends Delaware's primary election laws under Title 15 of the Delaware Code, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available action history. The bill passed the House with overwhelming support (39-1) and received favorable committee review in the Senate before being assigned to the Executive Committee for further consideration.

Why is this important

Primary election rules directly affect how candidates are selected and how voters participate in the electoral process. Changes to these procedures can influence ballot access, voter participation rates, and the competitiveness of elections, making them substantive policy matters that affect democratic participation.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific amendments to primary election procedures are unclear from the provided information, making it difficult to identify exact points of disagreement; the Senate committee's "On Its Merits" designation suggests at least one member had reservations
  • Without knowing whether the bill expands or restricts primary participation, ballot access, or changes candidate qualification requirements, the nature of opposition or support cannot be fully assessed
  • The bill's current status in the Executive Committee (as of January 2026) indicates it may face additional scrutiny before final passage

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

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