All Roll Calls
Yes: 57 • No: 0
DelawareHB 41153rd General Assembly (2024–2026)HouseWALLET
AN ACT TO AMEND THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF MILLSBORO RELATING TO ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY AND THE APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEES.
Sponsored By: Richard G. Collins (Republican)
Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Mayor can act fast in emergencies
The Mayor can act without the Council during a sudden emergency to protect health, safety, and property. Examples include a major fire, big flood or storm, civic unrest, a toxic spill, or an emergency declared by county, state, or federal agencies. These powers let the Town respond fast to keep people and property safe.
New annexation steps for property owners
Property next to Millsboro can be annexed only by a written petition signed by all owners. The petition must describe the land, give reasons, list the proposed zoning, and be filed at Town Hall; staff must confirm it is complete. The Council appoints at least three members to study the annexation and zoning, and the committee must report within 90 days with pros, cons, and a recommendation. If the committee finds it helps both the Town and the area, the Council sets a public hearing on zoning, then may annex and assign zoning with a majority vote of all members. If the committee finds it harmful to either side, the case follows the process used when only five or more, but not all, owners seek annexation.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Richard G. Collins
Republican • House
Cosponsors
Gerald W. Hocker
Republican • Senate
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 5/15/2025
Passed (2/3 required)
Yes: 21 • No: 0
House vote • 3/20/2025
Passed (2/3 required)
Yes: 36 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Signed by Governor
5/22/2025GovernorPassed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
5/15/2025SenateReported Out of Committee (Elections & Government Affairs) in Senate with 5 On Its Merits
5/7/2025SenateAssigned to Elections & Government Affairs Committee in Senate
3/20/2025SenatePassed By House. Votes: 36 YES 5 ABSENT
3/20/2025HouseReported Out of Committee (Administration) in House with 5 On Its Merits
3/19/2025HouseIntroduced and Assigned to Administration Committee in House
3/6/2025House
Bill Text
Current
3/6/2025
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