Sen. Bryan Townsend

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution designates March 2025 as Endometriosis Awareness Month in Delaware. It encourages state agencies, medical organizations, and community groups to raise public awareness about endometriosis, promote early detection, improve provider education, and support culturally competent care - without creating new laws or funding. The resolution directly affects Delaware residents, particularly women and girls impacted by endometriosis, by directing state efforts toward greater public education on this condition.

Maddy summarySR 9 is a procedural Senate resolution that formally establishes the official list of members for Delaware's 153rd General Assembly Senate. It lists 21 elected senators, including Darius J. Brown and David P. Sokola, as the Senate roll for this legislative term. This resolution serves as the official record of membership and is required for Senate operations, with no substantive policy changes or direct impact on constituents beyond documenting membership.

Maddy summarySCR 13 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and celebrating the Lunar New Year 2025 (January 29-February 12) in Delaware. It acknowledges the cultural significance of the holiday, including its observance by Delaware's Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, and the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac. The resolution formally extends best wishes for health and prosperity to all celebrating this event but does not create new laws or policies. It was passed unanimously by Delaware's Senate and House of Representatives in early 2025.

This Concurrent Resolution requests the Council of the Corporation Law Section of the Delaware State Bar Association prepare a report of recommendations for legislative action regarding awards of attorney’s fees in certain corporate litigation cases.

This Act modifies the effective date of Chapter 459, Volume 84 of the Laws of Delaware from February 1, 2025 to June 2, 2025, which was enacted to allow One-Stop business registration by making trade name registrations fully online. It codifies existing practice with respect to the registration of trade names for corporations and LLCs and adds a $25 annual license fee for Delaware corporations and LLCs not doing business in Delaware but desiring a Delaware trade name registration.

Maddy summarySCR 14 re-establishes Delaware's Student Behavior and School Climate Task Force, which previously studied school discipline and climate issues. The task force will examine six specific areas, including the causes of student behavior issues, impacts on learning and educators, current discipline policies, and data-driven solutions. It will develop recommendations for improving school climate and submit a final report by March 1, 2026. This resolution directly affects Delaware schools, students, educators, and families by directing a formal review of school discipline practices. The task force’s work aims to inform future policy changes based on evidence, not immediate legislative action.

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution designates February 28, 2025, as "Rare Disease Day" in Delaware to recognize the challenges faced by residents affected by rare diseases. It directly affects Delaware residents living with rare diseases (nearly 1 in 10 Americans have such conditions) and aligns with national observance efforts. The resolution serves as a symbolic recognition, not a policy change, to raise awareness and honor the work of patients, caregivers, and advocates. It follows Delaware's existing Rare Disease Advisory Council established by SB 55.

This Concurrent Resolution requests an advisory opinion of the Justices of the Delaware Supreme Court regarding whether a Delaware Governor can withdraw nominations submitted by the preceding Governor that otherwise are properly before the State Senate.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally designates January 2025 as "National Blood Donor Month" in Delaware. It recognizes the importance of voluntary blood donation to support the Blood Bank of Delmarva and address chronic blood supply shortages, which impact patients requiring transfusions for conditions like cancer, trauma, and sickle cell disease. The resolution urges Delaware citizens, businesses, and organizations to support blood donation efforts and partner with blood collection institutions to host community drives. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new policies or funding but aims to raise awareness and encourage participation in blood donation.

This Concurrent Resolution honors and recognizes the leadership and achievements of African Americans and urges the celebration of Black History Month.