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DE HB222
Bill
Status
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Larry Lambert
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AI Summary
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Increases the minimum fine for violations of the State Nutrient Management Program from $25 to $125 per violation
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Raises the maximum fine for violations from $1,000 to $5,000 per violation
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Maintains the existing $10,000 cap on fines when each day of continued violation is counted as a separate offense
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Authorizes the Delaware Nutrient Management Commission to hold the regulated agricultural community accountable for chronic violations
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Fines collected continue to be appropriated to the Department of Agriculture to assist with compliance efforts and research demonstrations
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 3 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Nutrient Management.
Last Action
Passed By Senate. Votes: 14 YES 7 NO
3/12/2026