Sen. Nicole Poore

Maddy summarySCR 15 designates February 2025 as "Turner Syndrome Awareness Month" in Delaware through a concurrent resolution. It aims to raise public awareness about Turner Syndrome - a genetic condition affecting approximately 1 in 2,000 females - highlighting its symptoms, health risks (like heart issues and diabetes), and the importance of early diagnosis. The resolution directly affects Delaware residents, particularly individuals with Turner Syndrome and their families, by encouraging community education and support. It does not create new laws or funding but promotes awareness to improve timely medical intervention. (Author: Senator Hoffner; Passed unanimously in both chambers on January 30, 2025.)

Maddy summaryHCR 11 designates February 2025 as Energy Poverty Awareness Month in Delaware. The resolution recognizes energy poverty - defined as inadequate access to affordable, reliable energy services - as a critical issue affecting low-income, minority, and rural households who spend disproportionately high shares of income on energy bills. It encourages state agencies and community organizations to promote awareness, share resources, and conduct outreach to support these communities during the designated month. The resolution does not create new programs or funding but aims to highlight the problem and foster collaboration among public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates January 2025 as "National Mentoring Month" in Delaware, symbolically recognizing the value of mentoring programs. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing programs - it simply encourages Delawareans to support mentoring efforts that benefit youth. The bill cites research showing mentoring improves youth mental health, academic performance, and life skills, particularly for vulnerable groups like foster youth. As a symbolic gesture, it directly affects all Delaware residents by urging community engagement with mentoring initiatives, though it has no binding policy impact. The resolution was introduced by Senator Lockman and passed unanimously by both legislative chambers in early 2025.

This Resolution recognizes February 5, 2025, 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 summaryHCR 4 is a symbolic resolution recognizing January 2025 as "Human Trafficking Awareness Month" in Delaware. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but aims to raise public awareness about human trafficking through statewide educational efforts. The resolution references Delaware-specific data, including 269 identified trafficking cases and 611 victims reported via Delaware's hotline in fiscal year 2024. It aligns with ongoing work by Delaware's Anti-Trafficking Action Council (DATAC) to coordinate community responses. This resolution directly affects Delaware residents by designating a month for community education on trafficking prevention and victim support.

This resolution recognizes the Easterseals/CAI Volleyball Challenge occurring March 8 at University of Delaware Carpenter Sports Building, an event that raises funds for an organization providing services and support to Delawareans with disabilities and senior citizens and their families.

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution (HCR 5) designates January 23, 2025, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day" in Delaware. It is a symbolic resolution raising public and professional awareness about maternal health issues, including preventable pregnancy-related deaths and racial disparities. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or programs - it simply establishes a designated day to highlight existing initiatives like maternal safety bundles and doulas, and to encourage future efforts in maternal care. The bill affects Delaware residents generally by promoting awareness of maternal health challenges.

This Act establishes that State government offices are to close when a National Day of Mourning is declared due to the death of a current or former President.

This House Concurrent Resolution recognizes the significant contributions of nurses as frontline healthcare workers, recognizes the importance of basic protections and rights for this profession, and resolves that the rights of nurses are upheld and promoted throughout the state.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution designates January 9, 2025, as "Law Enforcement Appreciation Day" in Delaware. It symbolically honors Delaware law enforcement officers for their service without creating new policies, requirements, or funding. The resolution expresses legislative gratitude for officers' dedication to community safety and public protection. As a ceremonial measure, it has no direct legal or financial impact on residents or agencies.