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DE SCR52

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

5/14/2014

Primary Sponsor

David Sokola

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Origin

Senate

147th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Proclaims September 13-20, 2014 as Sea-Level Rise Awareness Week in Delaware
  • Highlights Delaware's vulnerability to sea-level rise due to lowest mean elevation of any state and 381 miles of shoreline
  • Notes that three feet of sea-level rise will inundate 10,000 homes and disrupt septic systems and drinking water supplies
  • Identifies green infrastructure including wetlands, rain gardens, and natural areas as mitigation strategies, valued at over $1.4 billion in ecosystem services
  • References Governor Markell's Executive Order 41 requiring state agencies to incorporate sea-level rise into infrastructure planning

Legislative Description

Proclaiming September 13 To September 20, 2014 As Sea-level Rise Awareness Week In Delaware.

Last Action

Passed in House by Voice Vote

6/10/2014

Full Bill Text

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