DelawareSB 102153rd General Assembly (2024–2026)Senate

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 24 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE BOARD OF ELECTRICAL EXAMINERS.

Sponsored By: John "Jack" Walsh (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

4 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.

New entry rules and limits for apprentices

Beginning July 1, 2026, standard apprentice electrician applicants must be at least 18 and enrolled in a Board-approved apprentice program. The exception for younger vocational students ends. Residential apprentice program requirements and the related limit on residential work are removed. Standard apprentice licenses no longer renew every 2 years. Licenses issued on or after July 1, 2026, expire after 5 years. Existing holders licensed for at least 5 years on that date cannot renew beyond their current expiration date. For existing holders licensed less than 5 years, expiration moves to 5 years from the current issue date, without renewal. All three groups can request a 1-year extension for good cause from the Board at least 60 days before expiration.

New electrician license for vocational students

Beginning July 1, 2026, Delaware creates a school apprentice electrician license. Applicants must attend a Board-approved vocational program at a Delaware vocational high school. The Board checks applicants against the licensing requirements. This license does not need renewal. It stays valid until program enrollment ends or the holder turns 18, whichever happens later.

Onsite supervision required for electrician apprentices

Beginning July 1, 2026, apprentice and student apprentice electricians working in Delaware must have direct onsite supervision. Supervisors must hold a master, master special, limited, limited special, residential, or journeyperson electrician license. The supervising electrician is fully responsible for the apprentice's activities while working in Delaware.

Inactive electricians lose renewal fee discounts

Beginning July 1, 2026, time spent inactive under Board rules no longer reduces an electrician's renewal fee. The law does not state the fee amount. Licenses other than apprentice and school apprentice licenses still require renewal every 2 years. Renewal requires a form, fees, proof of general liability insurance, and continuing education.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

John "Jack" Walsh
Democratic • Senate

Cosponsors

Gerald W. Hocker
Republican • Senate
Kyra L. Hoffner
Democratic • Senate
Kimberly Williams
Democratic • House
Larry Lambert
Democratic • House
Edward S. Osienski
Democratic • House
Brian Pettyjohn
Republican • Senate
Nicole Poore
Democratic • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 58 • No: 0

House vote • 6/26/2025

Passed (SM required)

Yes: 40 • No: 0

Senate vote • 5/22/2025

Passed (SM required)

Yes: 18 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

Signed by Governor
9/25/2025Governor
Passed By House. Votes: 40 YES 1 VACANT
6/26/2025House
Reported Out of Committee (Labor) in House with 10 On Its Merits
6/17/2025House
Assigned to Labor Committee in House
6/5/2025House
Passed By Senate. Votes: 18 YES 3 ABSENT
5/22/2025Senate
Amendment SA 1 to SB 102 - Passed By Senate. Votes: 18 YES 3 ABSENT
5/22/2025Senate
Reported Out of Committee (Executive) in Senate with 3 Favorable, 2 On Its Merits
5/21/2025Senate
Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate
5/20/2025Senate
Reported Out of Committee (Legislative Oversight & Sunset) in Senate with 1 Favorable, 3 On Its Merits
5/6/2025Senate
Introduced and Assigned to Legislative Oversight & Sunset Committee in Senate
4/9/2025Senate

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4/9/2025
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