Delaware Bills

passed both · Delaware · Senate Mar 18, 2025

SCR 20: ENCOURAGING GOVERNOR MATT MEYER TO TURN DELAWARE PURPLE FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL IN SUPPORT OF DELAWARE'S MILITARY-CONNECTED STUDENTS.

This Senate Concurrent Resolution encourages Governor Matt Meyer to light key Delaware landmarks purple in April to honor the over 7,000 military-connected children in the state. This gesture recognizes their sacrifices and shows support for the challenges they face, including time apart from deployed parents.

Dave Wilson (R) Bryan Shupe (R) Mara Gorman (D) Dave Sokola (D) Dave Lawson (R)

passed both · Delaware · Senate Mar 18, 2025

SCR 27: RECOGNIZING MARCH 18, 2025, AS “NATIONAL YOUTH HEART SCREENING DAY” IN DELAWARE.

This Concurrent Resolution recognizes March 18, 2025, as “National Youth Heart Screening Day” in Delaware and reaffirms our commitment to saving lives through prevention, education, and access to lifesaving tools and resources.

passed both · Delaware · House Mar 18, 2025

HCR 18: RECOGNIZING MARCH 18, 2025, AS THE INAUGURAL “HEALTH WORKFORCE WELL-BEING DAY OF AWARENESS”.

This bill is a symbolic resolution recognizing March 18, 2025, as "Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness" in Delaware. It does not create new programs or funding but formally acknowledges the ongoing crisis of burnout, mental health challenges, and workplace violence affecting healthcare workers. The resolution cites statistics showing 50% of healthcare workers experienced burnout in 2020, along with high rates of violence and depression among nurses and physicians. It aligns with prior federal efforts like the Dr. Lorna Breen Act but focuses solely on raising awareness through this designated day. The resolution directly affects Delaware healthcare workers and the state's commitment to addressing workforce well-being.

passed both · Delaware · House Mar 13, 2025

HCR 15: DESIGNATING MARCH 8TH, 2025 AS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY IN DELAWARE.

HCR 15 designates March 8, 2025, as International Women’s Day in Delaware through a symbolic resolution. It encourages all Delawareans to recognize and celebrate women’s contributions to society, as outlined in the resolution’s preamble. The resolution does not create new legal requirements or obligations but serves as a formal acknowledgment by the state legislature. It was passed unanimously by both the House and Senate in March 2025.

passed · Delaware · House Mar 13, 2025

HR 6: AMENDING THE RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE 153RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY RELATING TO ACCEPTANCE OF BILLS FOR FILING.

This bill amends Delaware House Rules to require the Chief Clerk to accept all bills and resolutions for prefile, preventing the Clerk from refusing to file them. It directly affects every legislator and bill sponsor by ensuring all submitted proposals are officially recorded without administrative barriers. The key provision explicitly states: "The Chief Clerk may not refuse to accept a bill or resolution for filing under paragraph (b)(1) of this rule." This is a procedural change to streamline the legislative filing process, with no substantive policy impact.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Mar 13, 2025

SCR 19: DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF MARCH 10 THROUGH MARCH 14, 2025, AS “CIVIC LEARNING WEEK” IN DELAWARE.

This resolution designates the week of March 10 through March 14, 2025, as “Civic Learning Week” in the State of Delaware to encourage schools and civic organizations to hold educational programs regarding civic duty and urge Delawareans to reflect upon the importance of their civic duty and responsibilities.

Topics ✓ Education

passed both · Delaware · Senate Mar 13, 2025

SCR 25: RECOGNIZING AND HONORING DARWIN R. WALL OF MIDDLETOWN, DELAWARE, FOR HIS EXEMPLARY SERVICE AND COURAGE AS A BRONZE STAR RECIPIENT.

This resolution (SCR 25) formally honors Darwin R. Wall of Middletown, Delaware, for his military service during the Vietnam War and his 2023 award of the Bronze Star Medal. It recognizes his role as a military police officer with the "Bushwhackers" unit who engaged in combat operations but was initially denied combat badges. The resolution expresses the State of Delaware's gratitude for his service and acknowledges his well-deserved Bronze Star, which he received after a lengthy process. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - only symbolic recognition.

passed both · Delaware · House Mar 13, 2025

HCR 14: RECOGNIZING THE HOLY MONTH OF RAMADAN AND MUSLIM RESIDENTS OF DELAWARE AS THEY OBSERVE RAMADAN.

HCR 14 is a symbolic concurrent resolution recognizing the holy month of Ramadan and Delaware's Muslim residents who observe it. It formally acknowledges Ramadan's significance in Islam - marking the revelation of the Quran, involving fasting from dawn to dusk, and emphasizing spiritual reflection - and highlights the contributions of Muslim Americans to Delaware's history, economy, and community. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it is purely ceremonial, affirming respect for religious observance as protected under the First Amendment. It passed unanimously in both legislative chambers on March 13, 2025.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Mar 13, 2025

SCR 24: HONORING IRELAND’S ROLE IN THE UNITED STATES WAR OF INDEPENDENCE.

Delaware's Senate Concurrent Resolution 24 (SCR 24) formally recognizes Ireland's specific historical contributions to the U.S. War of Independence, including Irish military participation and naval leadership. It honors figures like Captain John Barry (known as the "Father of the American Navy") and Irish soldiers at battles such as Bunker Hill, as detailed in the resolution's preamble. The resolution has no legal effect but serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation, directing that certified copies be sent to Delaware's federal lawmakers and the American Ireland State Legislators Caucus. This procedural resolution directly affects Delaware's legislative record and its relationship with Ireland, without altering any laws or policies.

passed both · Delaware · House Mar 12, 2025

HCR 16: RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF MARCH AS MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS MONTH IN DELAWARE.

HCR 16 is a symbolic resolution designating March 2025 as "Multiple Sclerosis Month" in Delaware. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but formally recognizes the month to raise awareness about multiple sclerosis (MS), a chronic nervous system disease affecting an estimated 2.3 million people worldwide. The resolution calls on Delaware residents to learn about MS and support those diagnosed with the condition. This is a ceremonial gesture with no direct policy impact, aligning with national MS Awareness Month efforts.

passed both · Delaware · House Mar 12, 2025

HCR 17: RECOGNIZING MARCH 2025 AS SOCIAL WORK MONTH IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This Resolution recognizes the pertinent work of social workers throughout Delaware and the entire country, encourages the creation and expansion of Social Work programs, and recognizes March 2025 as Social Work Month in the State of Delaware.

passed · Delaware · House Mar 12, 2025

HCR 13: RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF MARCH 2025 AS ENDOMETRIOSIS AWARENESS MONTH.

This House Concurrent Resolution designates March 2025 as Endometriosis Awareness Month in Delaware. It encourages state agencies, medical organizations, and community groups to raise public awareness about endometriosis, promote early detection, improve provider education, and support culturally competent care - without creating new laws or funding. The resolution directly affects Delaware residents, particularly women and girls impacted by endometriosis, by directing state efforts toward greater public education on this condition.

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