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DE HB320

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/28/2016

Primary Sponsor

Melanie Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

148th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Removes "homosexuality" and "lesbianism" from the definition of "misconduct" under Delaware Code Title 13, Section 1503
  • Misconduct grounds for divorce will continue to include adultery, bigamy, abuse, desertion, venereal disease, habitual intemperance, and habitual use of illegal drugs
  • Sponsored by Rep. M. Smith and Sen. Sokola with bipartisan co-sponsors

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 13 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Divorce And Annulment.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

6/28/2016

Committee Referrals

Judiciary5/10/2016
Judiciary4/13/2016

Full Bill Text

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