In a victory for workers, H.B. 409, the Delaware Worker’s Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (DWARN) took effect on January 9th, 2019. Signed by Delaware Governor, John Carney on July 11th, 2018 the legislation requires 60 days written notice be given by employers of 100 employees or more to affected employees in circumstances of mass layoffs, plant closings, and relocation involving 50 employees or more working a combined 2000 hours a week at a single worksite. 60 days written notice must also be given to any union representation, the local elected official, and the Delaware Department of Labor Division of Employment and Training.