Rep. Bill Bush

Primary SCR 158

Passed · Delaware Senate · Lead sponsor

PROCLAIMING MAY 16, 2024, AS “HOME CARE ADVOCACY DAY” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This Concurrent Resolution proclaims May 16, 2024, as "Home Care Advocacy Day" in Delaware to recognize the dedication and hard work of caregivers, to emphasize the critical importance of access to quality home care services for Delaware’s aging residents to live independently and age with dignity, and to advocate for policies and resources that support the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care in the home setting.

Passed May 16, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SCR 165

Passed · Delaware Senate · Lead sponsor

PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF MAY 2024 AS "COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 2024 as "Community Action Month" in Delaware to recognize the work of Community Action Agencies. It specifically highlights the state's First State Community Action Agency, which has operated since 1966 to help residents facing poverty through housing assistance, job training, and utility support. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of these organizations' efforts rather than creating new laws or funding.

Passed May 16, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HCR 126

Passed · Delaware House · Lead sponsor

RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF MAY 2024 AS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Delaware to highlight the importance of mental well-being across all age groups. It calls on citizens and government agencies to increase awareness and support for mental health resources, citing statistics on the prevalence of mental illness and the impact of the pandemic. The resolution also references recent legislative efforts to fund mental health counselors in schools, emphasizing the need for early identification and treatment of mental health conditions.

Passed May 15, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 395

In committee · Delaware House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 16 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO HOSPITAL COSTS.

This Act replaces a temporary hospital cost containment provision from the implementing legislation for the Diamond State Hospital Cost Review Board that was based on Medicare reference pricing with a provision that limits growth based on a formula already in use for some health care services.

In committee May 14, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SCR 164

Passed · Delaware Senate · Lead sponsor

DESIGNATING MAY 16, 2024, AS “GLOBAL ACCESSIBILITY AWARENESS DAY” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This resolution designates May 16, 2024, as "Global Accessibility Awareness Day" in the State of Delaware, affirms the importance of making the internet and technology accessible to all, and encourages expanded efforts to keep Delaware residents properly informed about the need for equitable digital access and inclusion.

Passed May 14, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HCR 130

Passed · Delaware House · Lead sponsor

RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF MAY AS THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PROGRAM.

This Concurrent resolution recognizes the Success of the Downtown Development District (“DDD”) Program on the tenth anniversary of its establishment.

Passed May 14, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 27

Passed · Delaware House · Lead sponsor

RESPECTING AND HONORING ALL DELAWARE MOTHERS ON MAY 12, 2024, MOTHER'S DAY.

This House Resolution recognizes Sunday, May 12, 2024, as a very special day for all mothers in the State of Delaware and calls on all Delawareans to reflect on the many selfless acts of their own mothers.

Passed May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SCR 155

Passed · Delaware Senate · Lead sponsor

RECOGNIZING MAY 9, 2024, AS DELAWARE LOCAL GOVERNMENT DAY IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This Senate Concurrent Resolution recognizes May 9, 2024, as Delaware Local Government Day in the State of Delaware.

Passed May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 288

In committee · Delaware Senate · Lead sponsor

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 9 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO COUNTIES.

The Act allows the Kent County Levy Court to impose a lodging tax not greater than 3% in Kent County.

In committee May 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HCR 123

Passed · Delaware House · Lead sponsor

RECOGNIZING MAY 7, 2024, AS “DELTA DAY AT THE DELAWARE CAPITAL”.

This Concurrent Resolution recognizes the contributions of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. chapters in the State of Delaware and declares May 7, 2024, to be “Delta Day at the Delaware Capital”.

Passed May 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track