This House Concurrent Resolution designates the 21st day of the Month of March 2026 as “Rock Your Socks for World Down Syndrome Day” and celebrates the beauty and contributions that people with Down syndrome make in Delaware.
This Concurrent Resolution recognizes March 2026 as “Kidney Month” in Delaware and highlights the importance of kidney disease awareness, prevention, early detection, and organ donation.
This Concurrent Resolution recognizes March 18, 2026, as “National Youth Heart Screening Day” in the State of Delaware and reaffirms our commitment to preventing sudden cardiac arrest through increased awareness, expanded heart screenings, education, and access to lifesaving tools and training.
This Senate Concurrent Resolution recognizes March 2026 as “Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month” in the State of Delaware and highlights the importance of education, prevention, and early detection to reduce the impact of colorectal cancer.
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 2026 as Social Work Month in the State of Delaware.
This Act is a substitute for and differs from Senate Bill No. 35 by making the following substantive changes from the original bill: 1. Establishes and provides additional clarity to the definition of “qualified farm structure” to include buildings such as poultry houses, barns, sheds, silos, commodity storage facilities, greenhouse and packing or cooling facilities. To qualify, these structures must be located on land devoted to agricultural, horticultural, or forest land, as already defined in this chapter. Notably, this definition excludes any dwelling units used as residences and any buildings that are used for commercial, industrial, or non-farm businesses. 2. Removes Sections 3 through 6 of Senate Bill No. 35 as unnecessary due to the new definition of “qualified farm structure.” 3. Includes the new definition of “qualified farm structure” to clarify that qualified farm structures are eligible for valuation within this chapter. 4. Establishes that qualified farm structures are to be valued using a cost approach method, with only 50% of the fair market value of these structures subject to tax. This reduced rate excludes any residential dwellings or structures used for commercial, industrial, or other non-farm business purposes. 5. Eliminates references to any proposed changes to § 8337 pertaining to the State Farmland Evaluation Advisory Committee that were originally considered in Senate Bill No. 35. This substitute also makes technical corrections to conform to the standards set by the Delaware Legislative Drafting Manual. Agriculture is currently the leading industry in Delaware but as housing and other development occurs less farmland becomes available. For farmers in general, but in particular the small and medium sized farm owners, the real estate taxes imposed on their farm structures impose a significant financial impact and adversely affects their ability to survive. At least eighteen other states have recognized this problem and have through legislation provided real estate tax relief for qualified farm structures.
Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution formally acknowledges and celebrates the contributions of the First State Health Leaders Alliance. The bill does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic recognition of the organization's work. It was passed by both the House and Senate without requiring a formal vote, indicating broad consensus on the honor. The resolution has no direct impact on individuals or organizations beyond the ceremonial recognition of the alliance.
This Senate Concurrent Resolution recognizes and celebrates 125 years of service by Delaware Libraries, honors their longstanding commitment to literacy, innovation, and community engagement, and commends the dedicated librarians and advocates who support schools and communities across the State.
This Resolution recognizes February 5, 2026, as “National Girls & Women in Sports Day” in the State of Delaware, to celebrate the achievements of girls and women in sports and raise awareness and support for upholding Title IX protections for future generations of athletes.
Maddy summarySCR 141 is a symbolic resolution designating February 2026 as "Turner Syndrome Awareness Month" in Delaware. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the need for greater public awareness about Turner Syndrome, a genetic condition affecting individuals assigned female at birth. The resolution directly affects Delaware residents, particularly those living with Turner Syndrome and their families, by encouraging community education and support initiatives during that month. This procedural resolution was introduced and passed unanimously by the Delaware Senate on January 29, 2026.
