The provisions of § 9501A of this title shall not apply to the acquisition of property or property rights by the Department of Transportation for any transportation facility, project, or program as defined in Titles 2, 9, 14, 17, and this title, if the primary purpose of each parcel being required is to maintain or improve the State‘s transportation network, as sworn to by the Secretary of the Department or the Secretary’s authorized designee.

77 Del. Laws, c. 12, § ?5; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § ?1;