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DE HB146

Bill

Status

Passed

7/1/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bryan Shupe

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Origin

House of Representatives

153rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Grants Milford City Council the power to exercise eminent domain for property acquisition under Title 29, Chapter 95 of Delaware Code, except for land used solely for recreational purposes

  • Authorizes City Council to make proclamations recognizing achievements, historical events, special days/months, and other civic matters by majority vote

  • Extends elected officials' terms from 2 years to 3 years, beginning with the Mayor in 2026 and Councilmembers in 2027-2028

  • Requires the Mayor to obtain City Council consent before establishing committees and appointing committee members

  • Disqualifies any person owing the City delinquent taxes, utility bills, or other fees from serving as Mayor or Councilperson, and removes sitting officials who become more than 2 months in arrears

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend The Charter Of The City Of Milford Relating To Enumerated Powers And City Council Government.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

7/1/2025

Committee Referrals

Elections & Government Affairs6/24/2025
Administration5/8/2025

Full Bill Text

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