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DE SB118

Bill

Status

Passed

8/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Brian Pettyjohn

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Origin

Senate

153rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Removes the sunset provision from a 2022 law (SS1 to SB 258) that would have caused it to expire on October 14, 2025

  • Makes permanent the ability for pet owners to pursue compensatory damages without limitation for veterinary bills when their pet is injured

  • Applies to injuries caused by negligence, reckless conduct, or intentional acts of another individual or that individual's pet

  • Sponsored by Sen. Pettyjohn and Rep. D. Short, with co-sponsors Sens. Hansen and Hocker, and Rep. K. Williams

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Chapter 472, Volume 83 Of The Laws Of Delaware Relating To Civil Actions For Tortious Injuries, Including Death, To Lawfully Owned Pets.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

8/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary6/11/2025
Judiciary5/1/2025

Full Bill Text

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