Rep. Stell Selby

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution that honors the high school girls who participated in the 2024 Delaware Girls State program held in Dover. It specifically names and commends the individual delegates from various schools across the state for their involvement in learning about the legislative process. The document also thanks the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Delaware for sponsoring the event and expresses hope that some participants will pursue future careers in public service.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution designates the week of June 10-16, 2024, as "National Men's Health Week" throughout the State of Delaware. The bill aims to raise awareness about men's physical and mental health issues by encouraging open conversations and promoting preventative care during this specific time period. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as an official state recognition to support existing national health awareness efforts.

This Senate Concurrent Resolution recognizes the valuable contributions that the Lions Clubs International makes to our local communities, as well as the world at-large, by designating June 12, 2024, as "Delaware State Lions Day" in the State of Delaware.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution designates Wednesday, June 12, 2024, as Women Veterans Day throughout the State of Delaware. The measure directly affects the state's official calendar and serves to acknowledge the historical contributions and sacrifices of women who have served in the U.S. military. By passing this concurrent resolution, the Delaware General Assembly formally recognizes the service of over 7,000 women veterans residing in the state. The text highlights key milestones in women's military service, such as the 1948 law that allowed women to serve as permanent regular members of the armed forces. This action is a commemorative gesture rather than a change to laws or government operations.

This House Concurrent Resolution reaffirms Delaware's commitment to strengthen the longstanding partnership with Taiwan, supports Taiwan’s efforts to secure the signing of a Bilateral Trade Agreement and an Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreement with the United States; commends Taiwan’s vibrant full-fledged democracy; supports the reopening of a Delaware Trade Office in Taiwan; and continues to support Taiwan’s meaningful participation and contributions in international organizations.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate Concurrent Resolution that officially designates June 17th as "Delaware Day of Service." It directly affects Delaware residents by encouraging them to participate in volunteer activities such as mentoring, environmental work, and assisting those in need. The resolution highlights the state's existing volunteer efforts, noting that over 300,000 hours of service are recorded annually and that AmeriCorps programs support hundreds of volunteers across the state. By passing this measure, the legislature aims to celebrate and promote the importance of community service without changing any laws or funding.

This resolution designates June 12, 2024, as “Loving Day” in the State of Delaware and reaffirms a commitment to the principles of equality, freedom, and justice for all. “Loving Day” contributes to building a society that values and respects the fundamental human rights of all individuals, regardless of their race or ethnicity.

This Act reduces the State's rate of realty transfer tax by .25% per year for 4 years, for residential property conveyances having a property value less than $500,000, and for commercial property convenances having a property value less than $1,000,000, starting January 1, 2025. After January 1, 2028, the State's realty transfer tax rate will be the same rate as it was prior to August 1, 2017 for these conveyances.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the week of October 21-27, 2024, as "Free Speech Week" in Delaware to honor the First Amendment and promote awareness of free speech rights. It is a commemorative resolution that does not change laws or create new regulations but instead formally recognizes a national observance focused on the importance of free expression. The measure affects the state by encouraging public and private groups to hold events and discussions about free speech during the designated week.

This Concurrent Resolution recognizes the young men participating in the 2024 session of Delaware’s Boys State and commends its sponsor, the American Legion Department of Delaware.