Delaware 153rd General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

HB 480 — AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 20 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO DELAWARE VETERANS MEMORIAL CEMETERY.

Last action — Veterans Affairs

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced June 10, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The bill allows certain Delaware National Guard members to be buried in state veterans' cemeteries.

This bill amends existing laws to give the Secretary of the Delaware Department of Veterans Affairs the discretion to permit the interment of Delaware National Guard members who served less than 20 years. It expands eligibility for burial in veterans' cemeteries.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families of Delaware National Guard members who served less than 20 years may have more options for burial in state cemeteries.

Summary

This Act gives the Secretary of the Delaware Department of Veterans Affairs discretion to allow interment of a member of the Delaware National Guard who served for less than 20 years.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Veterans Affairs

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 61 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (61)

61 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 480 do?
This Act gives the Secretary of the Delaware Department of Veterans Affairs discretion to allow interment of a member of the Delaware National Guard who served for less than 20 years.
Who sponsors HB 480?
HB 480 is sponsored by William Bush (Democratic).
What is the current status of HB 480?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced June 10, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB 480?
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