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DE HB235

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/14/2014

Primary Sponsor

Valerie Longhurst

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Origin

House of Representatives

147th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates bicycling as the official sport of the State of Delaware by adding § 324 to Title 29 of the Delaware Code
  • Delaware was ranked the 5th most bicycle-friendly state in the United States in 2013
  • The Wilmington Grand Prix, held annually in Delaware, draws over 400 riders and 16,000 spectators, generating over $1.7 million in economic impact since 2012
  • The U.S. Cycling Association designated the Wilmington Grand Prix as a Tier 1 race, ranking it among the top 10 criterium races in the country
  • Delaware General Assembly has committed to encouraging bicycling through investment in the First State Trails and Pathways Plan

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Designation Of A State Sport.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

6/14/2014

Committee Referrals

Executive4/29/2014
Administration1/28/2014

Full Bill Text

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