Delaware · 153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 478: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 29 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE AUDITOR OF ACCOUNTS AND BACKGROUND CHECKS.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 478 is a bill introduced in the Delaware House on June 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 29 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE AUDITOR OF ACCOUNTS AND BACKGROUND CHECKS. Primary sponsor: Cyndie Romer (Democratic), Dave Sokola (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (July 23, 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 makes a technical correction to the specific persons who can access a fingerprint-based background check under this chapter in order to comply with the requirements of Public Law (Pub. L.) 92-544 for access to FBI criminal history record information.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyndie Romer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Dave Sokola | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
“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
- Suspension of Rules in Senate
- Passed By House. Votes: 39 YES 2 ABSENT
- Reported Out of Committee (Administration) in House with 5 On Its Merits
- Introduced and Assigned to Administration Committee in House