SB 275·DE·senate
AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 26 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE UNDERGROUND UTILITY DAMAGE PREVENTION AND SAFETY ACT.
Signed into LawFiled Apr 9, 2026
Sponsor: Nicole Poore (D)
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Jul 15, 2026
Summary
The bill updates the Underground Utility Damage Prevention and Safety Act by adding new definitions, stricter notice requirements, mandatory color‑coded marking of utilities, and higher civil penalties for non‑compliance. It affects excavators, demolition contractors, utility owners/operators, and the state‑approved notification center. The changes aim to reduce accidental utility strikes, improve public safety, and ensure faster response when damage occurs.
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