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DE SB46
Bill
Status
3/26/2015
Primary Sponsor
Gary Simpson
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment requiring both the Delaware Supreme Court and Court of Chancery to include at least one member from each of the state's three counties
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Appointees must be residents of their respective county at the time of appointment and for at least 2 years immediately prior
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Formalizes into constitutional law a traditional practice of maintaining geographic balance across New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties in judicial appointments
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Requires two-thirds approval from both chambers of the General Assembly as this is a constitutional amendment (first leg)
Legislative Description
An Act Proposing An Amendment To The Delaware Constitution Relating To Geographical Balance Within The Judiciary.
Last Action
Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate
3/26/2015