Delaware · 153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 476: AN ACT TO AMEND THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF FREDERICA.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 476 is a bill introduced in the Delaware House on June 17, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT TO AMEND THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF FREDERICA. Primary sponsor: Charles Postles (Republican), Eric Buckson (Republican). Most recent recorded action (September 30, 2026): Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
This Act requires the Town Council to hold at least one (1) regular meeting during each calendar month, as opposed to the previous requirement that two (2) meetings shall be held on the first and third Wednesday of each month. It also adds a provision clarifying that every adopted ordinance shall become effective immediately under adoption unless a date is specified.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Postles | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 33 |
| Eric Buckson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Signed by Governor
- Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT
- Reported Out of Committee (Executive) in Senate with 7 On Its Merits
- Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate
- Passed By House. Votes: 36 YES 1 NO 4 ABSENT
- Reported Out of Committee (Administration) in House with 4 On Its Merits
- Introduced and Assigned to Administration Committee in House