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DE HB32

Bill

Status

Passed

9/15/2021

Primary Sponsor

Sean Matthews

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Origin

House of Representatives

151st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits placing trash containers with 2 cubic yards or greater capacity on highways unless the container meets specific requirements.

  • Requires containers to have a strip of red and white, high-intensity reflective conspicuity adhesive tape that is at least 4 inches wide wrapped around the midpoint of the container.

  • Requires containers to clearly display the name and phone number of the container owner or agent in letters and numbers at least 3 inches high.

  • Defines "highway" as a way open to public vehicular travel, including parking spaces, berms, and shoulders, but excluding private roads and driveways on private property or institutional grounds.

  • Establishes civil penalties of $50 to $500 for violations, enforceable by law-enforcement officers with jurisdiction in Justice of the Peace Court, effective 90 days after enactment.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Trash Containers On Highways.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

9/15/2021

Committee Referrals

Transportation4/1/2021
Transportation/Land Use and Infrastructure12/11/2020

Full Bill Text

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