SB275

An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Underground Utility Damage Prevention And Safety Act.

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Amends the Underground Utility Damage Prevention and Safety Act to update definitions and procedures for excavation and demolition work.

The Delaware Underground Utility Damage Prevention and Safety Act is amended to update definitions and procedures for excavation and demolition work. Key changes include defining "Emergency Notice" and "Vacuum Excavation," and clarifying the duties of excavators, facility owners, and operators. Excavators must notify the approved notification center before excavation, and facility owners must mark their facilities. Civil penalties are established for violations, with higher penalties for violations resulting in death or damage to a structure.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

20 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

May 20

3:00 PM

Transportation

Apr 22

3:00 PM

Elections & Government Affairs

History

Jul 13

Signed by Governor

Jun 10

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT

Jun 9

House

Amendment HA 1 to SB 275 - Passed In House by Voice Vote