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DelawareHB 6153rd General Assembly (2024–2026)House

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 29 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE AUDITOR OF ACCOUNTS.

Sponsored By: Edward S. Osienski (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

Stronger subpoena powers for Delaware Auditor

The Delaware Auditor of Accounts can issue subpoenas directly across the state. The Auditor can require testimony under oath and demand books, papers, and records. Subpoenas may be served by the Auditor’s staff or any sheriff, by personal service, leaving it at a home with a suitable person, or by certified mail. For businesses, service may be on the registered agent or another authorized person, in person or by certified mail. If a properly served person does not respond, the Auditor can ask the Superior Court to order them to appear, and the court may punish disobedience as contempt.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Edward S. Osienski

    Democratic • House

Cosponsors

  • Stephanie L. Hansen

    Democratic • Senate

  • Jeff Hilovsky

    Republican • House

  • Kendra Johnson

    Democratic • House

  • Larry Lambert

    Democratic • House

  • Eric Morrison

    Democratic • House

  • Laura V. Sturgeon

    Democratic • Senate

  • David L. Wilson

    Republican • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 58 • No: 0

Senate vote • 6/24/2025

Passed (SM required)

Yes: 21 • No: 0

House vote • 1/28/2025

Passed (SM required)

Yes: 37 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

  1. Signed by Governor

    6/30/2025Governor

  2. Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

    6/24/2025Senate

  3. Reported Out of Committee (Elections & Government Affairs) in Senate with 3 Favorable, 2 On Its Merits

    6/11/2025Senate

  4. Assigned to Elections & Government Affairs Committee in Senate

    1/28/2025Senate

  5. Passed By House. Votes: 37 YES 4 ABSENT

    1/28/2025House

  6. Reported Out of Committee (Administration) in House with 5 On Its Merits

    1/22/2025House

  7. Introduced and Assigned to Administration Committee in House

    1/15/2025House

Bill Text

  • Current

    1/15/2025

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