Delaware Pending Homeschool Legislation

November 2, 2026 McGuffey E R

Reviewed November 2, 2026: no changes noted.

Status as of November 2, 2026: There are no homeschool bills pending in the Delaware General Assembly right now. Tri-State Homeschool reports 0 active homeschool-related bills (Tri-State Homeschool: Legislation Watch). The 153rd General Assembly expires November 3, 2026, and bills that did not pass will not carry over (HB 350 synopsis; Delaware General Assembly FAQ).

Next session: The General Assembly convenes on the second Tuesday of January, which is January 12, 2027, and meets until June 30 (Delaware General Assembly FAQ; MultiState). We check Delaware weekly and daily during session, and this page will be updated as new bills are filed.

Pending Bills

None at this time.

Recently Ended: 2026 Session (Signed Into Law)

This bill finished its path through the legislature in 2026. It is listed for reference because the study it requires runs through 2027.

HB 350: Homeschool student participation in extracurricular activities (study)

Sponsors: Rep. Neal, with Sen. Hocker and co-sponsors in both chambers
Status: Signed by the Governor on July 23, 2026 (Volume 85, Chapter 392). Passed the House 38-0 on May 21, 2026, with House Amendment 1, and the Senate 20-0 on June 18, 2026 (Delaware General Assembly: HB 350).
On a committee agenda: Yes (House Education, April 22, 2026; Senate Education, June 10, 2026)
Synopsis: Directs the Department of Education, working with school districts, charter schools, and vo-tech districts, to study letting homeschool students join extracurricular activities, including a possible pilot program. House Amendment 1 adds collaboration with homeschool community representatives, including Tri-State Homeschool, Inc. Findings and recommendations are due by December 31, 2027 (HB 350; HA 1). The bill itself does not open activities to homeschoolers (Tri-State Homeschool).
Rating: 👍👎 Mixed. It adds no new requirements for families now. However, Tri-State Homeschool warns that future recommendations could bring eligibility rules, such as assessments, for homeschoolers who want to take part.
HB 350 bill detail | House Amendment 1 | Tri-State analysis

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Last checked: November 2, 2026

*This page is for general information only and is not legal advice. Bill status can change quickly; check the Delaware General Assembly’s website for the latest official information.