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HB 107

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 18 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO LINE-OF-DUTY DEATH BENEFITS.

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

Delaware bill amends line-of-duty death benefits for public employees, advancing from committee with mixed support requiring clarification on coverage scope and funding.

Reported Out of Committee (Economic Development/Banking/Insurance & Commerce) in House with 2 Favorable, 6 On Its Merits
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Bill Summary · HB 107

Legislative bill overview

HB 107 amends Delaware's Title 18 code to modify benefits provided to families of law enforcement officers and other public employees who die in the line of duty. The bill was introduced in May 2025 and recently advanced out of committee with mixed support (2 favorable votes, 6 votes marking it as passing "on its merits" without explicit endorsement).

Why is this important

Line-of-duty death benefits directly affect the financial security of families who lose working spouses or parents due to job-related incidents. These amendments could expand, reduce, or restructure existing benefits for police officers, firefighters, and other covered public servants, with significant implications for recruitment, retention, and family welfare in emergency services.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of coverage – Disagreement over which employee categories qualify (law enforcement only vs. broader public employees) and what circumstances count as "line of duty"
  • Benefit levels – Whether proposed changes adequately support surviving families or represent cost-cutting measures that affect long-term employee recruitment
  • Funding mechanisms – Questions about whether benefits are funded through general appropriations, dedicated accounts, or insurance programs, and who ultimately bears the cost

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

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