SB9

An Act To Amend Title 7 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Protection Of Wetlands.

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Amends Delaware Code to establish a comprehensive wetlands protection program, including permit requirements, exemptions, and mitigation strategies.

The Delaware Wetlands Stewardship Act amends the Delaware Code to establish a comprehensive wetlands protection program. It requires permits for activities in wetlands, with exemptions for certain activities like mosquito control and hunting. The Act mandates the creation of the Wetlands Regulatory Advisory Committee to assist in developing regulations. It also establishes a Delaware Wetland Screening Tool to help determine wetland status and function.

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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

Jun 23

10:00 AM

Appropriations

Jun 17

4:00 PM

Natural Resources & Energy

History

Jul 21

Signed by Governor

Jul 1

House

Amendment HA 1 to SB 9 - Passed In House by Voice Vote

Jul 1

House

Passed By House. Votes: 39 YES 1 NO 1 ABSENT