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HB 81

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 24 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Ron Gray and 4 co-sponsors

Delaware's HB 81 amends professional engineering regulations, passing both chambers with bipartisan support and receiving gubernatorial signature in 2025.

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Bill Summary · HB 81

Legislative bill overview

HB 81 amends Delaware's professional engineering regulations under Title 24 of the Delaware Code. The bill was introduced by a bipartisan group of legislators and successfully passed both chambers before being signed into law by the Governor in August 2025.

Why is this important

Professional engineering licensure directly affects public safety, as engineers design and oversee construction of infrastructure, buildings, and systems. Changes to licensing requirements, continuing education standards, or scope of practice can impact both the engineering profession's accessibility and the public's protection from incompetent practitioners.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of changes unclear: Without the bill's specific text, the exact amendments—whether they loosen requirements, increase fees, expand scope of practice, or modify continuing education—cannot be assessed for their implications
  • Stakeholder perspectives: The engineering profession, public safety advocates, and consumers may have conflicting interests regarding licensing stringency and accessibility
  • Implementation details: The practical effects depend heavily on regulatory rule-making that typically follows legislative passage

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

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