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DE HB403

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

7/12/2010

Primary Sponsor

William Carson

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Origin

House of Representatives

145th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 1108(b) of Chapter 11, Title 3 of the Delaware Code regarding civil penalties imposed by the Department of Agriculture
  • Removes the 30-day time frame requirement for holding an administrative hearing before a civil penalty can be imposed
  • Requires the Secretary of Agriculture or designee to provide notice and opportunity for a hearing in accordance with Chapter 101 of Title 29 before assessing any civil penalty
  • Requires the Secretary to mail a written decision to the alleged violator within 30 days after the hearing concludes, with non-compliance having no effect on the validity of the decision
  • Eliminates the hearing time constraint to allow the Department of Agriculture greater flexibility to negotiate resolution of plant pest violations

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 3 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Department Of Agriculture.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

7/12/2010

Committee Referrals

Agriculture6/10/2010
Agriculture5/12/2010

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