Veterans

This Act replaces the phrase "United States Armed Forces or of the National Guard" with "uniformed services of the United States," and defines "uniformed services of the United States" as meaning any of the 8 of the United States service branches and the National Guard. Usage of "Armed Forces" or "military" is often misunderstood to mean only the United States Army, United States Marine Corps, United States Navy, United States Air Force, United States Space Force, and United States Coast Guard. Using "uniformed services of the United States" more accurately includes the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corp. This Act makes clear that veterans all 8 services branches are qualified to obtain veteran designation on their driver licenses. This Act also makes technical corrections to conform existing law to the standards of the Delaware Legislative Drafting Manual.

This resolution designates December 6, 2025, as "Iraq and Afghanistan War Veterans Recognition Day" within Delaware. It formally honors veterans who served in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars through a state-level observance. The bill does not create new laws or policies, but rather establishes an annual date for recognition. It affects Delaware's official calendar and state government activities, not specific individuals or programs.

SCR 99 designates June 12, 2025, as "Women Veterans Recognition Day" in Delaware through a symbolic resolution. This Senate Concurrent Resolution does not create new laws or provide funding; it solely serves to honor women veterans publicly. The bill directly affects Delaware residents by designating a specific day for recognition, though it has no direct legal or financial impact on veterans. It is a ceremonial measure to acknowledge the service of women veterans within the state.

House Concurrent Resolution 53 officially recognizes May 17, 2025, as "Armed Forces Day" in the state of Delaware. This resolution serves to honor and acknowledge the service of the United States Armed Forces.