An Act To Amend Titles 7 And 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Hazardous Substances Cleanup Act And The Realty Transfer Tax.

DE HB407 aims to update the Delaware Hazardous Substances Cleanup Act and modify the Realty Transfer Tax. This legislation seeks to improve the management of hazardous waste sites and ensure that the tax system related to real estate transactions is more effective. The changes are intended to protect public health and the environment while also streamlining processes for property transfers.

DE HB407 is a house bill in the Delaware 153rd General Assembly, sponsored by Debra Heffernan (D), currently “Passed” since August 17, 2026.

We track 1,296 Delaware bills this session, 23 of them sponsored by Debra Heffernan.

The key recorded vote (Senate, June 25, 2026) ended 21–0 and passed.

Supporters of DE HB407 argue that the bill will enhance environmental protections by ensuring that hazardous waste sites are cleaned up more efficiently. They believe that these amendments will lead to safer communities and a healthier environment, while also making the realty transfer process smoother for buyers and sellers.

Critics of DE HB407 may contend that the changes to the Realty Transfer Tax could impose additional financial burdens on property transactions. They might also express concerns that the amendments to the cleanup act could lead to insufficient oversight or lax enforcement, potentially jeopardizing public safety and environmental standards.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.