Delaware § 5701 - Declaration of policy and intent.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 5701 — Declaration of policy and intent., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5701. Declaration of policy and intent.
(a) It is the policy and purpose of the State to obtain from the federal government all available relief and assistance to alleviate suffering and damage resulting from major disasters, such as flood, storm, hurricane, fire, drought or other catastrophe, in any part of the State, and to repair or restore essential public facilities that have been damaged or destroyed by a major disaster, and, to that end, to cooperate fully with the federal government and its agencies.
(b) It is the policy and purpose of the State to obtain from the federal government all available assistance for the improvement and maintenance of the natural resources of the State, and to that end, to cooperate fully with the federal government and its agencies.
7 Del. C. 1953, § 5701; 53 Del. Laws, c. 345; 54 Del. Laws, c. 152, §§ 1, 2;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 5701
What does Delaware Code § 5701 cover?
Section 5701 ("Declaration of policy and intent.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Delaware § 5701?
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