Delaware bills · 153rd General Assembly (2025-2026)
Delaware HB 431
AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 9 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO COMPOSTING.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Ray Seigfried (Democratic)
- Claire Snyder-Hall (Democratic)
- William Bush (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Delaware legislature· synopsis
This Act allows for the composting of yard waste, food residuals, and other organic materials on property zoned for agricultural purposes. County governments may limit the square footage allowed for this activity, but must allow for at least 5000 square feet per 4 acres of property.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
State vote data last updated Oct 14, 2026, 12:15 PM.
| Date | Vote | Result | Your legislators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 Senate | 3/4 | pass | Set your home in Delaware to see |
| Jun 24, 2026 House | SM | pass | Set your home in Delaware to see |
Actions
- Jul 23, 2026
Signed by Governor - Jun 30, 2026 · Senate
Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES - Jun 25, 2026 · Senate
Reported Out of Committee (Executive) in Senate with 6 On Its Merits - Jun 24, 2026 · Senate
Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate - Jun 24, 2026 · House
Passed By House. Votes: 30 YES 10 NO 1 ABSENT - Jun 24, 2026 · House
Amendment HA 1 to HB 431 - Passed In House by Voice Vote - Jun 24, 2026 · House
Amendment HA 1 to HB 431 - Introduced and Placed With Bill - Jun 10, 2026 · House
Reported Out of Committee (Agriculture) in House with 9 On Its Merits - May 20, 2026 · House
Introduced and Assigned to Agriculture Committee in House