SB233

An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Removal Of Ice And Snow From Vehicles.

Final Passage·6/30/26

Amends Delaware Code to require vehicle ice and snow removal, sets penalties for violations, and allows administrative stops for enforcement.

Delaware SB233 amends Title 21 of the Delaware Code to mandate that drivers remove ice and snow from their vehicles' exterior surfaces before operating them. Violators face civil penalties of $25 to $75 per day, with a maximum of one penalty per 24-hour period. Exemptions apply for vehicles in continuous operation and those on roads with speed limits of 25 miles per hour or less. The law also allows police to make administrative stops for suspected violations and prohibits the assessment of motor vehicle points or entries on driving records for non-compliance.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 35–6 · Jun 30
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

35 Yea

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6 Nay

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Calendar

May 19

11:00 AM

Public Safety & Homeland Security

May 5

12:00 PM

Environment, Energy & Transportation

History

Jun 30

House

Laid On Table in House

Jun 30

House

Lifted From Table in House

Jun 30

House

Amendment HA 1 to SB 233 - Introduced and Placed With Bill