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DE HB338
Bill
Status
6/22/2016
Primary Sponsor
Daniel Short
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AI Summary
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Changes special election polling hours from 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. for annexation, borrowing, and bond issuance votes.
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Authorizes absentee voting for special elections in conformity with Delaware Code Chapter 75, Title 15.
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Replaces property tax-based voting (one vote per tax dollar) with equal voting rights for property owners and bona fide city residents.
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Allows Seaford City Council to grant tax exemptions to economic development projects for up to 10 years, replacing the previous "manufacturing industries" language.
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Permits special elections to be conducted by paper ballot or voting machines.
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend The Charter Of The City Of Seaford Relating To Annexation, Good Government And Economic Development Projects, And Power To Borrow Money And Issue Bonds.
Last Action
Signed by Governor
6/22/2016