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SB 67

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 16 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE BACKGROUND CHECK CENTER.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Frank Cooke and 14 co-sponsors

Delaware Senate unanimously passed SB 67 to amend state background check procedures, though specific substantive changes remain unclear from available legislative records.

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Bill Summary · SB 67

Legislative bill overview

SB 67 amends Delaware's Title 16 code to modify operations and procedures of the state's Background Check Center. The bill passed the Senate on January 29, 2026, with unanimous support (21-0), after being reported favorably from the Health & Social Services Committee. Specific amendments were considered during the legislative process, including Amendment SA 1 introduced in May 2025.

Why is this important

Background check systems affect employment eligibility, licensing decisions, and public safety screening across multiple sectors including healthcare, education, childcare, and criminal justice. Modifications to Delaware's Background Check Center could impact how quickly individuals receive clearances, what information is included in reports, and access to the system by authorized agencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of amendments unclear - The bill's actual substantive changes to Title 16 are not specified in available records, making it difficult to assess whether stakeholders support specific operational modifications or information-sharing policies
  • Amendment adoption process - Multiple versions were "introduced and adopted in lieu" in December 2025, suggesting revisions occurred but creating potential confusion about which version ultimately passed
  • Implementation details - No information available on cost, staffing, timeline, or technical requirements needed to implement the statutory changes

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

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