Sen. Dave Wilson

Maddy summaryHCR 109 designates the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as Black Maternal Health Awareness Week throughout the state of Delaware. This legislative measure is a formal recognition intended to highlight the importance of maternal health outcomes for Black women during that specific period. The bill does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change government operations; it serves solely as a symbolic declaration passed by both the House and Senate.

Maddy summaryHB 266 (Delaware Code Title 21 amendment) allows large Delaware municipalities to permit the rental of low-speed motorized scooters through local ordinances or regulations. This directly affects cities (like Wilmington or Newark) and scooter rental companies by giving local governments authority to establish rules for scooter operations. The key provision removes a barrier by enabling municipalities to create their own permitting systems for scooter rentals, rather than requiring state-level approval. The bill passed the House unanimously and is now before the Senate Environment Committee.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 2026 as Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month in Delaware. The resolution formally recognizes this month to highlight awareness of Parkinson's disease, a progressive neurological condition. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment to encourage public education and support for those affected by the disease. The measure was passed by both the Senate and House without additional legislative requirements.

This Concurrent Resolution designates March 26, 2026, as "Epilepsy Awareness Day" in the State of Delaware and calls upon State agencies and the people of Delaware to undertake suitable efforts to increase epilepsy awareness.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally recognizes Christian Holy Week and Passover within the State of Delaware. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change government operations, but rather serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of these religious observances. The resolution was passed by both the Senate and the House without requiring a formal vote in the House, indicating broad support for the recognition. As a procedural measure, it does not impose any obligations or restrictions on individuals or state agencies.

This resolution recognizes April 6, 2026, as "Tartan Day" in the State of Delaware and commemorates the outstanding achievements and contributions made by Scottish-Americans to the United States. When the United States was first formed and the thirteen states selected their first governors, nine were of Scottish ancestry. All the members of the first American cabinet had Scottish ancestry. Delaware's first governor, John McKinly, was born in Northern Ireland of Scottish descent. Americans of Scottish descent have played a vibrant, influential role in the development of this country. However, not until 1997 was this influence recognized by a single-year U.S. Senate. Resolution that appeared in the Congressional Record of April 7, 1997. In 1998 National Tartan Day was officially recognized on a permanent basis when the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 155 recognizing April 6th as National Tartan Day. This was followed by companion bill House Resolution 41, which was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on March 9, 2005. President George W. Bush signed a Presidential Proclamation on April 4, 2008 making April 6 National Tartan Day. In April of 2008, then Governor Minner issued a statement celebrating the accomplishments of Scots-Irish Americans in the First State as part of a Scots/Scots-Irish Heritage Month. April 6 commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath in 1320, which asserted Scotland's sovereignty over English territorial claims, and which was a significant influence on the American Declaration of Independence. Canada has been celebrating "National Tartan Day" since 1993. The idea and motivation for creating a similar American holiday was provided by the Scottish Coalition, a group of national Scottish-American cultural organizations.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 30, 2026, as National Doctors' Day in Delaware to honor physicians and surgeons for their contributions to public health. It specifically recognizes the Delaware Chapter of the American College of Surgeons for their life-saving service and dedication to improving healthcare in the state. The measure establishes an official state recognition date but does not create new laws, funding, or operational requirements. It serves as a commemorative resolution rather than a policy change affecting daily operations or regulations.

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

Maddy summaryHB 246 limits Delaware public schools' annual property tax revenue increases to 2% per year for five years following a full property value reassessment. This caps the standard 10% post-reassessment tax increase, spreading it out over five years instead of allowing a larger single-year jump. The bill directly affects Delaware public schools and their local taxing authorities by restricting how much school tax revenue can grow annually after reassessment. This change provides predictable, gradual funding adjustments rather than potential larger annual increases.