HB456

An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Subaqueous Lands.

Final Passage·6/24/26
Draft Text

Delaware HB456 amends the Subaqueous Lands Act to adjust regulations on subaqueous lands, including new general permits and streamlined processes for.

Delaware HB456 amends Title 7 of the Delaware Code concerning subaqueous lands to reduce financial disincentives for green technologies and provide clearer permitting processes. The bill introduces general permits for activities such as linear utility infrastructure projects, voluntary aquatic habitat restoration, and small residential docking structures. It also streamlines the permit application process for small residential docking structures and establishes the Marine Contractors and Consultants Licensing Board to oversee licensing and regulation of subaqueous land activities.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 21–0 · Jun 24
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 18

12:00 PM

Environment, Energy & Transportation

Jun 10

4:00 PM

Natural Resources & Energy

History

Jun 24

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

Jun 18

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Environment, Energy & Transportation) in Senate with 6 On Its Merits

Jun 11

House

Passed By House. Votes: 40 YES 1 ABSENT