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DE SB139
Bill
Status
Passed
9/30/2021
Primary Sponsor
Sarah McBride
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AI Summary
- Adds the Director of the Delaware Emergency Management Agency as a new member of the Delaware Emergency Medical Services Oversight Council (DEMSOC)
- Simplifies council membership requirements by removing discretionary alternative representation options for certain positions (New Castle County EMS, Kent County Administrator, Sussex County Administrator, and Delaware State Fire Prevention Commission Chair)
- Establishes that appointed members serve for terms of up to 3 years and are eligible for reappointment, with the Governor appointing members for staggered terms so no more than 3 terms expire in any calendar year
- Allows the Governor to remove an appointed member whose position may be deemed vacant if the member fails to attend 3 successive meetings without just cause
- Clarifies that a majority of council membership constitutes a quorum and authorizes the Council to adopt bylaws for operating procedures including election of officers and meeting conduct
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Emergency Medical Services Oversight Council.
Last Action
Signed by Governor
9/30/2021
Committee Referrals
Health & Human Development6/10/2021
Health & Social Services5/18/2021
Full Bill Text
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