Victims Compensation Assistance Program Amendments
Summary
Delaware HB293 was signed into law by the Governor on March 17, 2026, amending Title 11 of the Delaware Code relating to the Victims Compensation Assistance Program. The bill passed the House unanimously with 39 votes and received favorable committee reports from both chambers. The legislation was sponsored by 19 members of the General Assembly across both parties.
What changed
Delaware HB293 amends the Victims Compensation Assistance Program within Title 11 of the Delaware Code. The bill was signed into law on March 17, 2026, during the 153rd General Assembly, passing the House 39-0 and receiving favorable committee reports (8 Favorable, 1 On Its Merits in House Judiciary).
State agencies administering the Victims Compensation Assistance Program should review the amendments to determine any updated eligibility criteria, benefit amounts, or procedural requirements. Organizations that assist crime victims in Delaware should update their guidance materials to reflect the new provisions. As this is a state law, non-compliance with statutory requirements may result in program disqualification or administrative penalties under Delaware Code provisions.
What to do next
- Review HB293 amendments to the Victims Compensation Assistance Program under Title 11 Delaware Code
- Update internal procedures if your organization administers or refers clients to the Victims Compensation Assistance Program
- Notify eligible beneficiaries of any changes to compensation eligibility or benefits
Source document (simplified)
ChangeBridge / Delaware / HB293 Signed by Governor HB293 House Bill Signed by Governor 2026-03-17
An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Victims Compensation Assistance Program.
Bill Details
State Delaware
Session 153rd General Assembly
Chamber House
Committee Judiciary
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Sponsors
Eric Morrison (Rep - D) Elizabeth Lockman (Sen - D) Marie Pinkney (Sen - D) Edward Osienski (Rep - D) Krista Griffith (Rep - D) Kendra Johnson (Rep - D) Larry Lambert (Rep - D) Madinah Wilson-Anton (Rep - D) Claire Snyder-Hall (Rep - D) Alonna Berry (Rep - D) William Bush (Rep - D) Franklin Cooke (Rep - D) Mara Gorman (Rep - D) Cyndie Romer (Rep - D) Kerri Harris (Rep - D) David Sokola (Sen - D) Stephanie Hansen (Sen - D) Kyra Hoffner (Sen - D) Daniel Cruce (Sen - D)
Action History
2026-03-17 S Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate 2026-03-17 H Passed By House. Votes: 39 YES 2 ABSENT 2026-03-11 H Reported Out of Committee (Judiciary) in House with 8 Favorable, 1 On Its Merits 2026-03-05 H Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House
Votes
2026-03-17 House Third Reading Yea: 39 Nay: 0
Committee Referrals
2026-03-05 H Judiciary 2026-03-17 S Judiciary
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