Delaware Overhauls DBA Registration Process with HB 40 - Varnum LLP

Delaware Overhauls DBA Registration Process with HB 40 - Varnum LLP

Delaware recently enacted House Bill 40, which significantly restructures the registration process for “doing business as” (DBA) trade names in the state. The new law, which takes effect February 2, 2026, centralizes and streamlines DBA filings, introduces electronic registration, and imposes new requirements for both existing and new DBAs. Businesses operating in or registering as a DBA in Delaware should begin preparing now to ensure continued…