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DE SB38
Bill
Status
4/25/2023
Primary Sponsor
David Sokola
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AI Summary
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Concurs in a proposed constitutional amendment to § 1, Article XVI of the Delaware Constitution regarding procedures for notifying the public about proposed constitutional amendments.
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Changes the timeframe for disseminating notice of proposed amendments from "three months" to between 120 and 90 days before the next general election.
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Authorizes the General Assembly to designate by law who is responsible for providing notice and how the notice is disseminated, allowing flexibility as technology advances.
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Replaces the requirement for publication in newspapers in each county with authority for the General Assembly to establish notice procedures through legislation.
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Requires a two-thirds vote in both houses of the General Assembly for passage, as mandated by Article XVI of the Delaware Constitution for amendments.
Legislative Description
An Act Concurring In An Proposed Amendment To § 1, Article Xvi Of The Delaware Constitution Relating To The Procedure For Notice To The Public Of A Proposed Amendment To The Delaware Constitution.
Last Action
Passed By House. Votes: 37 YES 4 ABSENT
4/25/2023