Delaware HB479 establishes penalties for commercial operations that exceed thermal impact thresholds during heat advisories or warnings.

Delaware HB479, known as the Community Heat Protection and Industrial Accountability Act, amends Title 7 of the Delaware Code to regulate commercial operations that contribute to elevated ambient temperatures. The bill imposes penalties on commercial operations that exceed thermal impact thresholds during heat advisories or warnings, including civil penalties, mandatory shutdown orders, and additional penalties for repeated or willful noncompliance. It also allows victims of violations to pursue private causes of action for damages and injunctive relief.

Delaware HB479 establishes penalties for commercial operations that exceed thermal impact thresholds during heat advisories or warnings.

Delaware HB479, known as the Community Heat Protection and Industrial Accountability Act, amends Title 7 of the Delaware Code to regulate commercial operations that contribute to elevated ambient temperatures. The bill imposes penalties on commercial operations that exceed thermal impact thresholds during heat advisories or warnings, including civil penalties, mandatory shutdown orders, and additional penalties for repeated or willful noncompliance. It also allows victims of violations to pursue private causes of action for damages and injunctive relief.