Delaware Bills

passed both · Delaware · Senate Jan 30, 2025

SCR 14: RE-ESTABLISHING THE STUDENT BEHAVIOR AND SCHOOL CLIMATE TASK FORCE.

SCR 14 re-establishes Delaware's Student Behavior and School Climate Task Force, which previously studied school discipline and climate issues. The task force will examine six specific areas, including the causes of student behavior issues, impacts on learning and educators, current discipline policies, and data-driven solutions. It will develop recommendations for improving school climate and submit a final report by March 1, 2026. This resolution directly affects Delaware schools, students, educators, and families by directing a formal review of school discipline practices. The task force’s work aims to inform future policy changes based on evidence, not immediate legislative action.

Topics ✓ Education

passed both · Delaware · House Jan 30, 2025

HCR 10: DESIGNATING FEBRUARY 28, 2025, AS "RARE DISEASE DAY" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This House Concurrent Resolution designates February 28, 2025, as "Rare Disease Day" in Delaware to recognize the challenges faced by residents affected by rare diseases. It directly affects Delaware residents living with rare diseases (nearly 1 in 10 Americans have such conditions) and aligns with national observance efforts. The resolution serves as a symbolic recognition, not a policy change, to raise awareness and honor the work of patients, caregivers, and advocates. It follows Delaware's existing Rare Disease Advisory Council established by SB 55.

passed · Delaware · House Jan 30, 2025

HR 10: ENCOURAGING THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY TO INVEST IN MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH PROGRAMS.

This House Resolution emphasizes the importance of middle school years and the need for additional investment in programs that serve middle school youth.

Topics ✓ Education

passed both · Delaware · Senate Jan 30, 2025

SCR 16: REQUESTING AN ADVISORY OPINION OF THE JUSTICES OF THE DELAWARE SUPREME COURT REGARDING THE VALIDITY OF GUBERNATORIAL NOMINATIONS BEFORE THE DELAWARE STATE SENATE.

This Concurrent Resolution requests an advisory opinion of the Justices of the Delaware Supreme Court regarding whether a Delaware Governor can withdraw nominations submitted by the preceding Governor that otherwise are properly before the State Senate.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Jan 30, 2025

SCR 10: RECOGNIZING JANUARY 2025, AS “NATIONAL BLOOD DONOR MONTH” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This resolution formally designates January 2025 as "National Blood Donor Month" in Delaware. It recognizes the importance of voluntary blood donation to support the Blood Bank of Delmarva and address chronic blood supply shortages, which impact patients requiring transfusions for conditions like cancer, trauma, and sickle cell disease. The resolution urges Delaware citizens, businesses, and organizations to support blood donation efforts and partner with blood collection institutions to host community drives. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new policies or funding but aims to raise awareness and encourage participation in blood donation.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Jan 30, 2025

SCR 15: DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2025 AS “TURNER SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

SCR 15 designates February 2025 as "Turner Syndrome Awareness Month" in Delaware through a concurrent resolution. It aims to raise public awareness about Turner Syndrome - a genetic condition affecting approximately 1 in 2,000 females - highlighting its symptoms, health risks (like heart issues and diabetes), and the importance of early diagnosis. The resolution directly affects Delaware residents, particularly individuals with Turner Syndrome and their families, by encouraging community education and support. It does not create new laws or funding but promotes awareness to improve timely medical intervention. (Author: Senator Hoffner; Passed unanimously in both chambers on January 30, 2025.)

passed both · Delaware · House Jan 30, 2025

HCR 11: RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY AS ENERGY POVERTY AWARENESS MONTH.

HCR 11 designates February 2025 as Energy Poverty Awareness Month in Delaware. The resolution recognizes energy poverty - defined as inadequate access to affordable, reliable energy services - as a critical issue affecting low-income, minority, and rural households who spend disproportionately high shares of income on energy bills. It encourages state agencies and community organizations to promote awareness, share resources, and conduct outreach to support these communities during the designated month. The resolution does not create new programs or funding but aims to highlight the problem and foster collaboration among public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

passed · Delaware · House Jan 30, 2025

HR 9: RECOGNIZING JANUARY 1, 2025 AS HAITIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This House Resolution (HR 9) symbolically recognizes January 1, 2025, as Haitian Independence Day in Delaware. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; instead, it formally acknowledges Haiti's 1804 independence from France and celebrates the contributions of Delaware's Haitian community (0.5% of the population). The resolution encourages community reflection on Haiti's historical significance as the first independent Black-led nation and its global impact on freedom movements. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect but serves as a ceremonial observance.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Jan 30, 2025

SCR 4: HONORING THE LEADERSHIP AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF AFRICAN AMERICANS AND URGING THE CELEBRATION OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH.

This Concurrent Resolution honors and recognizes the leadership and achievements of African Americans and urges the celebration of Black History Month.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Jan 30, 2025

SCR 11: RECOGNIZING FEBRUARY 4, 2025, AS "USO DAY" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This Senate Concurrent Resolution recognizes February 4, 2025, as "USO Day" in the State of Delaware and honors USO Delaware for its important and inspiring work supporting military members and their families.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Jan 30, 2025

SCR 8: RECOGNIZING JANUARY 2025, AS “NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This resolution designates January 2025 as "National Mentoring Month" in Delaware, symbolically recognizing the value of mentoring programs. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing programs - it simply encourages Delawareans to support mentoring efforts that benefit youth. The bill cites research showing mentoring improves youth mental health, academic performance, and life skills, particularly for vulnerable groups like foster youth. As a symbolic gesture, it directly affects all Delaware residents by urging community engagement with mentoring initiatives, though it has no binding policy impact. The resolution was introduced by Senator Lockman and passed unanimously by both legislative chambers in early 2025.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SCR 12: ESTABLISHING THE RETAIL CRIME PREVENTION TASK FORCE.

This resolution establishes a Retail Crime Prevention Task Force. The co-chairs of the Task Force are directed to compile a report containing a summary of the Task Force’s work regarding the issues assigned to it, including any findings and recommendations related to those issues, and submit the report no later than February 1, 2026.

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