Delaware would generally elect lieutenant governor replacements if lawmakers approve again

When an election is allowed, the governor would order one to fill a lieutenant governor vacancy, or use another method set by law if necessary. The process covers any vacancy in Delaware’s lieutenant governor office, including one caused by death or resignation. The next General Assembly must pass the same amendment after the next general election. No election may be ordered or held if the vacancy occurs in the regular election year or between that election and the next term’s start, and the special election would fall between July 1 and that term’s start. When an election is allowed, the governor must act within 10 days of the vacancy. The person elected would serve the rest of the term.