Delaware law sets duties for gun-violence prevention office

The Department of Safety and Homeland Security would have an Office of Gun Violence Prevention and Community Safety, led by a department employee chosen by the Secretary. The office covers statewide gun-violence prevention and community safety work. The Secretary must choose a qualified individual from within the Department to serve as director. The supplied text gives no effective date for these provisions.

The office director would coordinate state and local governments, work with community organizations, report recurring issues, and advise the Governor and Secretary. The duties cover state, county, and municipal programs and relevant state departments, agencies, councils, and committees. The Governor may designate a staff member to support outreach and community engagement. Relevant state departments, agencies, councils, and committees must provide full cooperation and assistance to the office. The office may assist departments and agencies with related matters when asked. The supplied text gives no start or end date for these duties.