Rep. Josue Ortega

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution designates March 26, 2026, as "Equal Pay Day" in the State of Delaware. The bill does not change any laws or policies but serves as a symbolic recognition of the date when women must work into the year to earn what men earned in the previous year. It affects the state by establishing an official commemorative date for awareness of wage gap issues. The resolution was passed by both the House and Senate without requiring a formal vote count.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 25, 2026, as "Greek Independence Day" in the State of Delaware. It establishes an official state recognition for this specific date but does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing policies. The measure serves as a commemorative resolution acknowledging Greek heritage rather than implementing concrete policy changes.

This Resolution pays tribute to the men and women of the Delaware National Guard for their service and sacrifices in support of defending our state and nation, and recognizes the outstanding advocacy provided by the National Guard Association of Delaware

This House Concurrent Resolution expresses gratitude to the men and women of the Civil Air Patrol for their outstanding service to the State of Delaware.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 2026 as "Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month" in Delaware to recognize the Sikh community. It is a ceremonial resolution that does not create new laws or change existing policies. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate with a voice vote in the House and a 20-0 vote in the Senate. This proclamation serves to acknowledge and celebrate Sikh heritage and contributions within the state.

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.

Like House Bill No. 274, House Substitute for House Bill No. 274 increases the state child and dependent care expense tax credit from the current 50% match to a full 100% match with the federal child and dependent care expense tax credit. The substitute is different from House Bill No. 274 in that it makes this increase applicable to taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2027. This Act also makes technical corrections to conform existing law to the standards of the Delaware Legislative Drafting Manual.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate Concurrent Resolution that formally recognizes and honors the contributions of Irish Americans to the American Revolution. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge historical involvement. The resolution was introduced in the Senate, passed by a vote of 18 yes with 3 absent, and approved by the House by voice vote. As a commemorative measure, it does not have direct practical effects on individuals or organizations.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the week of March 15 through March 21, 2026, as "National Agriculture Week" within the state of Delaware. It directly affects state officials and the public by establishing an official recognition period for agriculture. The key provision is a simple declaration that does not create new laws, funding, or regulations. The measure is ceremonial in nature and does not alter existing policies or require any implementation actions.

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.