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29 DE Code § 9506. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 95. Real Property Acquisition|§ 9506. Buildings, structures and improvements.

§ 9506. Buildings, structures and improvements. (a) Where any interest in real property is acquired, an equal interest in all buildings, structures or other improvements located upon the real property so acquired and which is required to be removed from such real property or which is determined to be adversely affected by the use to which such real property will be put shall be acquired. (b) For the purpose of determining the just compensation to be paid for any building, structure or other improvement required to be acquired as above set forth, such building, structure or other improvement shall be deemed to be a part of the real property to be acquired, notwithstanding the right or obligation of a tenant, as against the owner of any other interest in the real property, to remove such building, structure or improvement at the expiration of the tenant's term, and the fair market value which such building, structure or improvement contributes to the fair market value of the property to be acquired, or the fair market value of such building, structure or improvement for removal from the real property, whichever is the greater, shall be paid to the tenant therefor. (c) Payment for such buildings, structures or improvements as set forth above shall not result in duplication of any payments otherwise authorized by the laws of this State. No such payment shall be made unless the owner of the land involved disclaims all interest in the improvements of the tenant. In consideration for any such payment, the tenant shall assign, transfer and release all right, title and interest in and to such improvements. Nothing with regard to the above-mentioned acquisition of buildings, structures or other improvements shall be construed to deprive the tenant of any right to reject payment and to obtain payment for such property interests in accordance with other laws of this State. 29 Del. C. 1953, §  9206;  58 Del. Laws, c. 413, §  3;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;
29 DE Code § 9601. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 96. State Employee Benefits Committee|§ 9601. Title.

§ 9601. Title. This chapter shall be known as the “State Employee Benefits Consolidation Act.” 72 Del. Laws, c. 204, §  1;
29 DE Code § 10001. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 100. Freedom of Information Act|§ 10001. Declaration of policy.

§ 10001. Declaration of policy. It is vital in a democratic society that public business be performed in an open and public manner so that our citizens shall have the opportunity to observe the performance of public officials and to monitor the decisions that are made by such officials in formulating and executing public policy; and further, it is vital that citizens have easy access to public records in order that the society remain free and democratic. Toward these ends, and to further the accountability of government to the citizens of this State, this chapter is adopted, and shall be construed. 60 Del. Laws, c. 641, §  1;  65 Del. Laws, c. 191, §  1;
29 DE Code § 10007. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 100. Freedom of Information Act|§ 10007. Education.

§ 10007. Education. (a) The Attorney General shall publish biennially a manual for FOIA coordinators. The Attorney General shall send the manual to each FOIA coordinator electronically and shall make the manual available on the Attorney General's website. The Attorney General shall, at a minimum, include the following in the manual:  (1) An explanation of the duties and responsibilities of the FOIA coordinator; (2) An explanation of the time frames included within this chapter, how to calculate these time frames, and the circumstances in which any of these time frames are tolled; (3) An explanation of the power of the public body to charge fees for requests for public records; (4) An explanation of the reasons for calling an executive session closed to the public pursuant to purposes listed in § 10004(b) of this title, including an explanation of the strategy session exception; and (5) A summary of Delaware judicial opinions, Attorney General opinions, and other legal opinions issued in the preceding 2 years related to this chapter. (b) The Attorney General shall hold annually a training seminar for FOIA coordinators that shall be open to the public and noticed in accordance with this chapter. The Attorney General shall send notice of the training to each FOIA coordinator and shall post notice of the training on the Attorney General's website. The Attorney General shall, at a minimum, include the following in the training:  (1) The topics included in the manual pursuant to subsection (a) of this section; (2) A discussion of best practices for responding to requests for public records; and (3) A question and answer session. (c) The Attorney General shall, in addition to any other publication method deemed appropriate by the Attorney General, maintain a website containing Attorney General opinions related to this chapter. The Attorney General shall include on the website a summary of the holding of each Attorney General opinion. (d) Nothing in this section shall be construed as legal advice in contravention of § 2504(2) or § 2515 of this title. 79 Del. Laws, c. 272, §  1;
29 DE Code § 10201. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 102. Delaware Legislative Oversight and Sunset Act|§ 10201. Definitions.

§ 10201. Definitions. As used in this chapter:  (1) “Agency” means any regulatory, administrative, advisory, executive, or legislative body of this State, including a board, bureau, commission, department, division, committee, council, association, authority, or any other entity established by an act of the General Assembly of this State that meets any of the following:  a. Is given authority in the Delaware Code to regulate a business, occupation, or profession. b. Is supported in whole or in part by public funds. c. Expends or disburses public funds. d. Is specifically charged by a public body to advise or make recommendations. (2) “Committee” or “Joint Legislative Oversight and Sunset Committee” means the joint legislative committee established by this chapter. (3) “Highest administrative officer” means an official who is appointed by the Governor as a member of the Governor's cabinet. (4) “Performance evaluation” means an assessment of how well an agency has performed and is performing its functions, and how well the agency has served and is serving the public need.62 Del. Laws, c. 301, §  3;  76 Del. Laws, c. 221, §  1;  80 Del. Laws, c. 260, §  1;  82 Del. Laws, c. 132, § 1;
29 DE Code § 10202. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 102. Delaware Legislative Oversight and Sunset Act|§ 10202. Declaration of policy.

§ 10202. Declaration of policy. (a) It is essential to the maintenance of a healthy state economy and of a government that has the confidence of its citizens that the State establish a system of periodic legislative review of its agencies. This review of agency performance and activities is consistent with other activities and goals of the General Assembly. The primary purpose of this review is to determine whether there is a genuine public need for the agency under review and, if so, to determine whether the agency is correctly performing to meet that need. (b) The purpose of this chapter is to provide an action-forcing mechanism designed to increase the accountability of various agencies through increased legislative scrutiny of agencies and their activities. The intent of the General Assembly is to establish a timetable for the initial review of certain agencies, and ultimately to review all agencies established by or receiving financial assistance from the State. The action-forcing mechanism is to terminate agencies under review on certain dates, unless affirmatively re-established by law. (c) The purpose of this chapter is not to terminate agencies which are sufficiently meeting a recognized State need and which are accountable to and responsive to the public interests. Rather, the purpose of this chapter is to use the review mechanism to strengthen and support these agencies. 62 Del. Laws, c. 301, §  3;  76 Del. Laws, c. 221, §  1;  80 Del. Laws, c. 260, §  1;
29 DE Code § 10203. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 102. Delaware Legislative Oversight and Sunset Act|§ 10203. Joint Legislative Oversight and Sunset Committee composition; Chairperson; appointment; quorum; reimbursement; meetings.

§ 10203. Joint Legislative Oversight and Sunset Committee composition; Chairperson; appointment; quorum; reimbursement; meetings. (a) The Joint Legislative Oversight and Sunset Committee is composed of 5 members of the Senate appointed by the President Pro Tempore and 5 members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House. Not more than 3 Senate appointees, nor 3 House appointees, may belong to the same political party. The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Committee alternate each year between a Representative appointed by the Speaker of the House and a Senator appointed by the President Pro Tem of the Senate. During odd-numbered years, a Senator serves as chairperson and a Representative serves as Vice Chairperson; during even-numbered years, a Representative serves as Chairperson and a Senator serves as Vice Chairperson. (b) In each General Assembly, new members of the Committee must be appointed within the month of January, or within 1 week of the organization of each respective house, whichever is later. (c) A quorum consists of at least 6 Committee members. A quorum must be present in order to transact business. If a quorum is present, a proposition is carried by a majority of the entire Committee, unless a statute or rule requires a larger number of affirmative votes. (d) A member of the Committee is entitled to reimbursement from the appropriate funds of the member's house for the expenses that the member actually and necessarily incurs in performing the duties of the Committee. A request for reimbursement must be approved by the Chairperson of the Committee. (e) A member of the Joint Finance Committee or Legislative Council may not serve on the Committee. However, this subsection does not apply when the minority party in either house has less than 7 members. (f) Although all meetings of the Committee are open to the public, only members of the Committee and persons designated by the Chairperson are permitted to speak or otherwise participate. 62 Del. Laws, c. 301, §  3;  63 Del. Laws, c. 44, §  1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  76 Del. Laws, c. 221, §  1;  80 Del. Laws, c. 260, §  1;
29 DE Code § 10204. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 102. Delaware Legislative Oversight and Sunset Act|§ 10204. Committee staff; appropriations.

§ 10204. Committee staff; appropriations. Employees of the Division of Research of Legislative Council and of the Office of the Controller General serve as the permanent staff of the Committee. The Committee may, by the affirmative vote of at least 6 members, provide for other assistance, equipment, or expenditures that are within the limits of the Committee's budget. The General Assembly shall appropriate funds that it considers necessary to carry out the activities and goals of the Committee. 62 Del. Laws, c. 301, §  3;  76 Del. Laws, c. 221, §  1;  80 Del. Laws, c. 260, §  1;
29 DE Code § 10205. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 102. Delaware Legislative Oversight and Sunset Act|§ 10205. Committee rules and regulations.

§ 10205. Committee rules and regulations. The Committee may adopt Committee rules and regulations necessary to carry out the activities and goals of this chapter. 62 Del. Laws, c. 301, §  3;  76 Del. Laws, c. 221, §  1;  80 Del. Laws, c. 260, §  1;
29 DE Code § 10206. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 102. Delaware Legislative Oversight and Sunset Act|§ 10206. Committee subpoena powers.

§ 10206. Committee subpoena powers. (a) The Committee may issue process to witnesses at any place in this State and compel their attendance, and compel the production of books, records, papers, and other objects that may be necessary or proper for the purposes of the Committee's proceedings. The Committee may issue attachments when necessary to obtain compliance with subpoenas or other process. An attachment so issued may be addressed to and served by any peace officer in this State. The Chairperson of the Committee shall issue in the name of the Committee any subpoenas requested by the Committee, if the request received the affirmative vote of at least 6 members of the Committee. If the Chairperson of the Committee is unavailable, the designee of the Chairperson may issue subpoenas or any other lawful process in accord with the provisions of this subsection. (b) All testimony taken under subpoena must be given under oath subject to the penalties of perjury, and must be reduced to writing. 62 Del. Laws, c. 301, §  3;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  76 Del. Laws, c. 221, §  1;  80 Del. Laws, c. 260, §  1;
29 DE Code § 10207. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 102. Delaware Legislative Oversight and Sunset Act|§ 10207. Agency reports to the Committee.

§ 10207. Agency reports to the Committee. (a) Each agency under review by the Committee shall forward to the Committee an annual report containing all of the following information:  (1) A chart or diagram showing the greater agency of which it is a part, if any, and all agencies over which it has jurisdiction. (2) Agency goals and objectives, and the statutory authority for the goals and objectives, if any. (3) All programs in being at any time for the period of 1 year immediately prior to the date of the annual report. (4) The total value of state funds or materials, or both, used by the agency for each of the last 5 fiscal years. (5) A listing of all Delaware Code provisions from which the agency derives its rights, duties, and functions. (b) In October of the year immediately before an agency is reviewed, unless the agency has requested and been granted an extension that may not extend past December 31, each agency under review by the Committee shall forward all of the following to the Committee:  (1) The last 5 budget reports relating to all program priorities, activities, and accomplishments, if the agency is subject to zero-based budgeting requirements. (2) A concise and specific statement setting forth the performance or achievement of the agency relating to the criteria for review set forth in § 10211 of this title, and addressing no other subject except the criteria for review. (3) Any additional information requested by the Committee, including any record, document, or file over which the agency has custody or jurisdiction, if the additional information is available. (c) Notwithstanding any other law or statute to the contrary, upon notification to an agency that it is under review by the Committee, the agency shall forward all information set forth in this section to the Committee, and shall update the information and provide additional information that the Committee or its staff may from time to time request. 62 Del. Laws, c. 301, §  3;  76 Del. Laws, c. 221, §  1;  80 Del. Laws, c. 260, §  1;  82 Del. Laws, c. 132, § 2;
29 DE Code § 10209. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 102. Delaware Legislative Oversight and Sunset Act|§ 10209. Committee responsibilities and duties.

§ 10209. Committee responsibilities and duties. (a) The Committee should try to give 2 weeks' notice to an agency under review of dates scheduled for Committee meetings, public hearings, and other related assemblages; however, lack of notice does not affect the lawfulness of the Committee's activities or decisions. (b) To review an agency, the Committee shall do all of the following:  (1) Direct staff to prepare a draft report to be used in public hearings. a. Following review and comment by the Committee, the draft report must be made available to the public. b. The draft report must contain information that assists the Committee in conducting a review of the agency and meeting its requirements under this section, including background information on and an introductory analysis of the information submitted by the agency under review, together with any preliminary evaluations or recommendations arising from the information in the draft report. (2) Conduct a thorough review of all information furnished to the Committee by the agency under review. (3) Obtain, verify, and review any reports, audits, or actions taken by other state agencies concerning the agency under review. (4) Conduct a performance evaluation of the agency under review based, at least in part, on the following criteria:  a. If the agency is a licensing agency, the extent to which the agency has permitted qualified applicants to be licensed. b. The extent to which the agency has served the public interests. c. The extent to which the agency has recommended statutory changes, and whether those changes directly benefit the public or whether those changes primarily benefit the agency or other entities, and are of only indirect benefit to the public. (5) Review the implementation of recommendations contained in the final reports presented, under § 10213 of this title, to the General Assembly and the Governor during previous legislative sessions.62 Del. Laws, c. 301, §  3;  76 Del. Laws, c. 221, §  1;  80 Del. Laws, c. 260, §  1;  82 Del. Laws, c. 132, § 3;
29 DE Code § 10210. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 102. Delaware Legislative Oversight and Sunset Act|§ 10210. Public hearings.

§ 10210. Public hearings. (a) (1) From January through March of each year, unless the needs of the General Assembly require otherwise, the Committee shall regularly and uniformly convene initial public hearings scheduled by the Chairperson, in order to provide an opportunity for the Committee to meet with the agencies under review and to help formalize a timetable for the reviews. (2) Following an initial public hearing for an agency, the Committee may, at the call of the Chairperson, meet to discuss and consider actions and recommendations relating to the agency, with or without the staff of the agency under review. (3) [Repealed.] (4) To encourage participation by the general public, hearings and meetings convened under this subsection must occasionally be held in the early evening hours. (b) (1) The highest administrative officer of an agency under review must be present at each public hearing or meeting relating to the agency and convened under this chapter, unless excused by the Chairperson, and at any Committee meeting where the officer's attendance is requested. The officer must be prepared to answer questions from members of the Committee and members of the general public. (2) The highest administrative officer of an agency under review may, with the Chairperson's approval, appoint a designee to meet the officer's obligations under paragraph (b)(1) of this section. (3) The Committee may designate a person other than the highest administrative officer of an agency under review to meet the officer's obligations under paragraph (b)(1) of this section. (c) Notwithstanding the provisions of § 10203(f) of this title, at each initial public hearing held in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, individuals in attendance, including members of the general public, representatives of the agency under review, and witnesses on behalf of either the agency or the public, are entitled to be heard and to present their evidence for the record. (1) Testimony and written materials that are offered by members of the general public may not be unreasonably refused, and must be retained and considered by the Committee during its evaluation of an agency. (2) Testimony and written materials that are offered by an agency or by witnesses on behalf of the agency, including officers and others having a direct interest in the continued existence of the agency, must be accepted, but the testimony and written materials are not considered to have been offered by “members of the general public.”62 Del. Laws, c. 301, §  3;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  76 Del. Laws, c. 221, §  1;  80 Del. Laws, c. 260, §  1;  82 Del. Laws, c. 132, § 4;
29 DE Code § 10212. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 29 - State Government|Chapter 102. Delaware Legislative Oversight and Sunset Act|§ 10212. Agency “rules review”.

§ 10212. Agency “rules review”. (a) The Committee may conduct a specialized or focused review of 1 or more rules or regulations of an agency. This review is known as a “rules review,” and does not include the same schedules and procedures as an agency review. (b) The Committee may select an agency for a rules review in the same manner that it selects an agency for review under this chapter, or it may select an agency upon a written request by the chairperson of a standing committee of either house. If the Committee decides to conduct a rules review of an agency, the name of the agency must be included among those agencies scheduled for the next immediate review. A rules review may begin immediately if, in the determination of the Committee, an emergency exists. (c) When the Committee conducts a rules review of an agency, it must first hold an information-gathering hearing in which any agency, individual, or business has the right to testify about any issue, concern, defect, or problem relating to the rules or regulations under review by the Committee. The Committee must also permit members of the public and any state agency to send written testimony and other materials to the Committee. The Committee shall, from the information-gathering hearing and submitted materials, compile a list of concerns which must include those issues, concerns, defects, or problems which the Committee feels merit closer study and consideration. (d) Within 1 week following the information-gathering hearing, the Committee shall meet to consider the accumulated testimony and submitted materials, and may meet as many times thereafter to continue its review for as long as the Committee determines that meetings are necessary. Upon the conclusion of its review, the Committee shall list those changes in the agency's rules or regulations that the Committee considers necessary or appropriate, and shall meet with the highest administrative officer of the agency, or the administrative officer's designee to determine what changes, if any, can be agreed upon between the agency and the Committee. If an agreement or possible solutions to the remaining items set forth in the list of concerns cannot be obtained, the Committee shall issue its recommendations in the next final report, and shall cause legislation to be drafted that will, in the determination of the Committee, best accomplish its recommendations. 68 Del. Laws, c. 159, §  6;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  76 Del. Laws, c. 221, §  1;  80 Del. Laws, c. 260, §  1;