SR 9 is a procedural Senate resolution that formally establishes the official list of members for Delaware's 153rd General Assembly Senate. It lists 21 elected senators, including Darius J. Brown and David P. Sokola, as the Senate roll for this legislative term. This resolution serves as the official record of membership and is required for Senate operations, with no substantive policy changes or direct impact on constituents beyond documenting membership.
SCR 13 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and celebrating the Lunar New Year 2025 (January 29-February 12) in Delaware. It acknowledges the cultural significance of the holiday, including its observance by Delaware's Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, and the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac. The resolution formally extends best wishes for health and prosperity to all celebrating this event but does not create new laws or policies. It was passed unanimously by Delaware's Senate and House of Representatives in early 2025.
HCR 3 extends the deadline for Delaware's Justice 40 Oversight Committee to submit its final report from December 2024 to December 2026. The committee was established to ensure Delaware's share of federal infrastructure and clean energy investments - aimed at delivering 40% of benefits to disadvantaged communities - reaches those areas equitably. The resolution reauthorizes the committee's work and specifies its 13-member composition, including legislative and state agency representatives. This extension provides additional time for the committee to review federal funds from the American Rescue Plan Act and Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act to address community needs in housing, broadband, and water systems.
This resolution recognizes January 2025 as “Tobacco Use Awareness Month” in the State of Delaware, affirms the importance of educating and protecting Delawareans from the harmful effects of tobacco use, encourages collaboration among schools, health advocates, and community organizations to combat tobacco use, and highlights the State of Tobacco Control Report as a leading resource in enacting effective policies to reduce tobacco use.
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.
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.
This House Resolution emphasizes the importance of middle school years and the need for additional investment in programs that serve middle school youth.
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.
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.
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.)
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.
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.
