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DE HB136

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/28/2012

Primary Sponsor

Edward Bennett

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Origin

House of Representatives

146th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends § 5935 of Title 29 of the Delaware Code regarding veteran preference in state employment
  • Allows spouses of deceased veterans to claim 5 preference points in state employment, provided the spouse achieves a passing examination grade and has not remarried
  • Extends 5 preference points to spouses of active duty military members listed as missing in action, captured by hostile forces, or forcibly detained by foreign governments for more than 90 days
  • Grants 5 preference points to spouses of veterans with service-connected disabilities
  • Becomes effective 60 days after enactment

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Veteran Preference In State Employment.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

3/28/2012

Committee Referrals

Finance6/14/2011
Veterans Affairs5/31/2011
Administration5/26/2011

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