Sen. Nicole Poore

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.

This bill amends the definition of “Community-owned energy generating facility” in Title 26 of the Delaware Code, § 1001(5) by adding the requirement that the point of interconnection be located in the service area of a utility under the regulation of the Public Service Commission.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution designates February 19, 2026, as "World Cholangiocarcinoma Day" in Delaware. The bill formally recognizes this date to raise awareness about cholangiocarcinoma, a rare type of bile duct cancer. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the disease. The measure was passed by both the Senate and House with voice votes, indicating broad legislative support for the designation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes the 75th anniversary of the Delaware State Parks system, which was established in 1951. It does not create new laws, change existing policies, or allocate funding, but instead serves as an official acknowledgment of the parks system's history and longevity. The measure directly affects the Delaware State Parks system by providing legislative recognition of its milestone anniversary.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution designates April 11, 2026, as "National Pet Day" in the State of Delaware. The bill does not create new laws or regulations but serves as a commemorative designation to recognize pet owners and animals on that date. It affects Delaware residents by formally acknowledging the day within state records, though it does not mandate any specific actions or events. The measure was passed by both the Senate and House without requiring a formal vote in the House.

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.

This Act requires each school district and charter school to adopt a policy, with educator input, about cell phone use by students during school hours. Each policy must contain: (1) Clear guidelines about what constitutes acceptable cell phone use at school. (2) A requirement that limits cell phone use during instructional time. (3) The designation of times and places during which students may use their cell phones at school. (4) Guidelines that encourage communication between the schools, parents or guardians, and students about the cell phone use policy. (5) A system of appropriate consequences for violations of the cell phone use policy. (6) Exceptions that address, and are applicable to, emergency situations and medical or educational accommodations. Each school district and charter school shall provide the Department with its policy. Each school district and charter school shall post its policy on its website by August 1, 2025. School districts and charter schools are free to amend their cell phone use policies as needed. If a school district or charter school adopts an amended cell phone use policy, it must be provided to the Department and posted on that school district or charter school’s website.