Delaware § 6702 - Payment of benefits.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 6702 — Payment of benefits., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6702. Payment of benefits.
Upon certification by the Commissioner that a claim under this chapter has been approved, the State Treasurer shall pay to a covered firefighter who has been permanently disabled in the line of duty, a benefit of $500 per month, plus $50 per month for each child under the age of 18 years, for so long as such shall remain.
59 Del. Laws, c. 484, § 1; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 6702
What does Delaware Code § 6702 cover?
Section 6702 ("Payment of benefits.") 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 § 6702?
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Is this the official text of Delaware law?
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