Delaware § 1714 - Quorum and vote requirements.
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§ 1714. Quorum and vote requirements.
In the event of an emergency event, all of the following apply:
(1) Quorum requirements for the General Assembly are suspended.
(2) If the affirmative vote of a specified proportion of members for approval of a bill, resolution, or other action would otherwise be required, the same proportion of those present to vote on the bill, resolution, or other action is sufficient.
29 Del. C. 1953, § 1714; 53 Del. Laws, c. 140; 81 Del. Laws, c. 449, § 21;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 1714
What does Delaware Code § 1714 cover?
Section 1714 ("Quorum and vote requirements.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Delaware § 1714?
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