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DelawareHB 431153rd General Assembly (2024–2026)House

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 9 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO COMPOSTING.

Sponsored By: William Bush (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

Commercial composting allowed, with county limits

Delaware law requires commercial diversion and composting to be allowed on land zoned for agricultural use. This covers yard waste, food scraps, and other organic materials. Counties may limit the area used for these activities. However, they must allow at least 5,000 square feet for every 4 acres of property.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • William Bush

    Democratic • House

Cosponsors

  • Kyra L. Hoffner

    Democratic • Senate

  • Kendra Johnson

    Democratic • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 51 • No: 10

Senate vote • 6/30/2026

Passed (3/4 required)

Yes: 21 • No: 0

House vote • 6/24/2026

Passed (SM required)

Yes: 30 • No: 10

Actions Timeline

  1. Signed by Governor

    7/23/2026Governor

  2. Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

    6/30/2026Senate

  3. Reported Out of Committee (Executive) in Senate with 6 On Its Merits

    6/25/2026Senate

  4. Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate

    6/24/2026Senate

  5. Passed By House. Votes: 30 YES 10 NO 1 ABSENT

    6/24/2026House

  6. Amendment HA 1 to HB 431 - Passed In House by Voice Vote

    6/24/2026House

  7. Amendment HA 1 to HB 431 - Introduced and Placed With Bill

    6/24/2026House

  8. Reported Out of Committee (Agriculture) in House with 9 On Its Merits

    6/10/2026House

  9. Introduced and Assigned to Agriculture Committee in House

    5/20/2026House

Bill Text

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    5/20/2026

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