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SB 144

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 25 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE DELAWARE MANUFACTURED HOME RELOCATION TRUST FUND.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Bill Carson and 4 co-sponsors

Delaware amends manufactured home relocation trust fund rules to modify how park owners fund and residents access financial assistance when forced to relocate.

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Bill Summary · SB 144

Legislative bill overview

SB 144 amends Delaware's manufactured home relocation trust fund provisions under Title 25 of the Delaware Code. The bill modifies the legal framework governing how funds are collected and distributed when manufactured home park owners require residents to relocate. This addresses protections and financial assistance mechanisms for displaced manufactured home residents.

Why is this important

Manufactured home residents often have limited resources and face significant hardship when forced to relocate, as moving a manufactured home is extremely expensive. The trust fund serves as a critical safety net to help cover relocation costs, making amendments to its operation directly affect vulnerable low-income Delaware residents. Changes to fund administration can determine whether displaced families receive adequate financial assistance or face severe financial burden.

Potential points of contention

  • Fund adequacy and source: Whether the trust fund collects sufficient contributions from park owners and whether current or proposed collection mechanisms fairly distribute relocation costs
  • Eligibility and distribution criteria: Questions about who qualifies for assistance, how much residents receive, and whether the amount adequately covers actual relocation expenses
  • Implementation burden: Whether the amendments create administrative complexity that delays assistance to residents who need it urgently, or streamline processes for faster relief

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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