Delaware § 8401 - Legislative intent [For application of this section, see 79 Del. Laws, c. 161, § 5].
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§ 8401. Legislative intent [For application of this section, see 79 Del. Laws, c. 161, § 5].
(a) The intent of the General Assembly is to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the State by regulating the relationship among new recreational vehicle dealers, manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers; maintaining competition; and providing consumer protection and fair trade.
(b) The intent of the General Assembly is that the provisions of this chapter be applied to manufacturer-dealer agreements in regard to new recreational vehicles, or new recreational trailers, entered into on or after July 1, 2014.
79 Del. Laws, c. 161, § 1;Source: official Delaware text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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