DelawareSB 70 w/ SA 1153rd General Assembly (2024–2026)SenateWALLET

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 24 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO GENETIC COUNSELORS.

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Bill Overview

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2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Clear licensing terms for genetic counselors

The law standardizes who counts as a genetic counselor and which groups grant credentials. It defines ABGC, ABMGG, and NSGC, and says ABGC grants Active Candidate Status. It sets L.G.C. as the short title for a licensed genetic counselor. It defines what counts as a license and names the Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline as the regulator. These clear terms help patients and providers verify qualifications.

Genetic counselors can order tests, use telehealth

The law sets what genetic counselors can do. Licensed counselors can review family and medical history, explain risks, and provide counseling. They can identify, coordinate, and order genetic tests defined in Title 16, §1201. They can provide visits by telehealth, as allowed by state rules. If they find a sign that needs medical assessment, they must refer you to a licensed physician.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Nicole Poore
Democratic • Senate

Cosponsors

Stephanie T. Bolden
Democratic • House
Darius J. Brown
Democratic • Senate
Eric Buckson
Republican • Senate
Frank Burns
Democratic • House
Nnamdi O. Chukwuocha
Democratic • House
Daniel Cruce
Democratic • Senate
Krista Griffith
Democratic • House
Stephanie L. Hansen
Democratic • Senate
Debra Heffernan
Democratic • House
Gerald W. Hocker
Republican • Senate
Kyra L. Hoffner
Democratic • Senate
Russell Huxtable
Democratic • Senate
Kendra Johnson
Democratic • House
Larry Lambert
Democratic • House
Dave G. Lawson
Republican • Senate
S. Elizabeth Lockman
Democratic • Senate
Spiros Mantzavinos
Democratic • Senate
Trey Paradee
Democratic • Senate
Brian Pettyjohn
Republican • Senate
Marie Pinkney
Democratic • Senate
Bryant L. Richardson
Republican • Senate
Ray Seigfried
Democratic • Senate
David P. Sokola
Democratic • Senate
Laura V. Sturgeon
Democratic • Senate
Bryan Townsend
Democratic • Senate
John "Jack" Walsh
Democratic • Senate
David L. Wilson
Republican • Senate
Madinah Wilson-Anton
Democratic • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 53 • No: 0

House vote • 5/15/2025

Passed (SM required)

Yes: 33 • No: 0

Senate vote • 4/9/2025