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SB 164

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 19 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO WORKERS’ COMPENSATION.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Spiros Mantzavinos and 6 co-sponsors

Delaware Governor signs SB 164 amending workers' compensation law; passed both chambers with strong support but specific substantive changes remain undisclosed.

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Bill Summary · SB 164

Legislative bill overview

SB 164 amends Delaware's workers' compensation law under Title 19 of the Delaware Code. The bill passed both chambers with overwhelming bipartisan support and was signed into law by the Governor on June 30, 2025. The specific substantive changes are not detailed in the provided legislative history.

Why is this important

Workers' compensation laws directly affect injured workers' access to medical care and wage replacement benefits, as well as employers' insurance costs and liability exposure. Amendments to these statutes can significantly impact the balance between worker protections and business operational costs in Delaware.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope unclear from available information: The legislative history does not specify what provisions were amended, making it difficult to identify specific stakeholder concerns
  • Amendment SA 1 modifications: An amendment passed in the Senate suggests potential disagreement over initial language, though details are unavailable
  • Labor committee nuance: The House Labor Committee reported the bill "on its merits" rather than unanimously favorable, suggesting some committee members may have had reservations despite supporting passage

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

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