DE SB32

Prohibits patient brokering, defined as offering or receiving commissions, bonuses, kickbacks, or split-fee arrangements to induce patient referrals to or acceptance of treatment at health-care providers or facilities.

Creates exceptions for federally compliant discounts, group practice payments, professional consultation fees, lawful insurance agent commissions, and state-contracted substance abuse services.

Establishes enforcement authority with the Delaware Attorney General under existing consumer protection laws, making violations unlawful practices under Title 6.

Imposes civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation, with an additional $10,000 penalty per violation if targeting elders or persons with disabilities; each day of willful violation counts as a separate violation.

Does not modify existing mental health parity requirements under state law or the federal Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008.