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passed both · Delaware · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SCR 168: RECOGNIZING APRIL 2026 AS “LIMB LOSS AND LIMB DIFFERENCE AWARENESS MONTH” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This bill designates April 2026 as "Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month" within the State of Delaware. It directly affects state government entities by formally recognizing this specific time period for public awareness regarding limb loss and limb difference. The primary mechanism is a concurrent resolution that establishes the official name for the month but does not create new laws or require specific actions from individuals or businesses. As a symbolic measure, the bill focuses on raising awareness rather than implementing concrete policy changes or regulations.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Dave Wilson (R) Dave Sokola (D) Stell Selby (D) Bryant Richardson (R) Nicole Poore (D)

passed both · Delaware · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SCR 165: RECOGNIZING APRIL 11 THROUGH 17, 2026, AS "WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD" IN DELAWARE.

This bill designates the week of April 11 through 17, 2026, as "Week of the Young Child" throughout the state of Delaware. The primary effect is to officially recognize this specific time period to highlight the importance of young children, with no changes to laws or funding. The measure was passed by both the Senate and the House without requiring a formal vote count. As a symbolic resolution, it does not alter existing policies or impose new obligations on any individuals or organizations.

passed both · Delaware · House Apr 15, 2026

HCR 112: RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF APRIL 2026 AS THE ANNUAL “NATIONAL FAIR HOUSING MONTH” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This bill designates April 2026 as "National Fair Housing Month" within the State of Delaware. It directly affects state government officials and encourages public awareness of fair housing issues during that month. The resolution serves as a symbolic recognition rather than creating new laws or regulations. No changes to existing policies or funding are included in this measure.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Apr 14, 2026

SCR 164: RECOGNIZING APRIL 2026 AS "CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

Senate Concurrent Resolution 164 officially designates April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month within the State of Delaware. This legislative action serves as a symbolic recognition intended to encourage awareness and focus on child safety initiatives during that specific period.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Apr 14, 2026

SCR 166: RECOGNIZING APRIL 14, 2026, AS “SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY DAY AT THE CAPITOL” IN DELAWARE.

This bill designates April 14, 2026, as "Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Day at the Capitol" in Delaware. It is a symbolic measure that does not change laws or affect public policy. The resolution simply acknowledges the presence of the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority at the state capitol on that specific date.

passed both · Delaware · House Apr 14, 2026

HCR 126: RECOGNIZING APRIL 13–14, 2026, AS YOM HASHOAH, HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY.

This Concurrent Resolution recognizes sundown on April 13, 2026, through nightfall on April 14, 2026, as Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. It honors the memory of the six million Jewish men, women, and children murdered by the Nazi regime and its collaborators during the Holocaust, recognizes the courage and resilience of Jewish survivors and those who resisted oppression, and urges all residents of Delaware to reflect on the lessons of the Holocaust and stand against Antisemitism, hatred, and intolerance in all forms.

passed both · Delaware · House Apr 14, 2026

HCR 109: RECOGNIZING THE WEEK OF APRIL 11 THROUGH APRIL 17, 2026, AS "BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK" IN DELAWARE.

HCR 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.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed both · Delaware · Senate Apr 14, 2026

SCR 143: ESTABLISHING THE BLOCKCHAIN AND DIGITAL INNOVATION TASK FORCE.

This Resolution establishes the Blockchain and Digital Innovation Task Force, established for the purpose of examining opportunities to maintain and enhance Delaware’s position as a leader in blockchain and digital innovation, and identifying how to attract and retain businesses engaged in digital assets and related technologies, while developing appropriate consumer protections and regulatory clarity. The Task Force is to prepare and deliver a final report to the General Assembly and the Governor concerning its findings and recommendations, if any, for maintaining Delaware’s competitive position in business law and digital innovation, no later than July 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ Technology

passed both · Delaware · Senate Apr 14, 2026

SB 3: AN ACT PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE V OF THE DELAWARE CONSTITUTION RELATING TO VOTING.

This Act is a substitute for Senate Bill No. 3. This Act differs from Senate Bill No. 3. in that it incorporates technical corrections made to the Delaware Constitution by House Bill No. 10 (153rd General Assembly). Like Senate Bill No. 3, this Act is the first leg of a constitutional amendment to eliminate the limitations on when an individual may vote absentee and provide an absolute right to vote by absentee ballot without an excuse. This Act is in response to the Supreme Court’s decision in Albence v. Higgins, 2022 Del. LEXIS 377 (Del. 2022). Although Section 1 of this Act creates an absolute right to vote by absentee ballot without an excuse, a qualified voter who desires to cast an absentee ballot must request an absentee ballot from the Department of Elections for each election cycle, unless the qualified voter is granted permanent absentee status. This State’s current absentee voting law authorizes permanent absentee status for various reasons (see § 5503(k) of Title 15 of the Delaware Code) and this Act adopts those reasons. For each election in which a qualified voter votes by absentee ballot under a permanent absentee status, the qualified voter must take an oath or affirmation that the qualified voter remains eligible for permanent absentee status. Section 2 of this Act requires all absentee ballots to include an oath or affirmation that the qualified voter’s vote is free from improper influence. This oath or affirmation is in lieu of the oath or affirmation otherwise required under Section 3 of Article V of the Delaware Constitution. Amending the Delaware Constitution requires not only the passing of the changes in this Act, but also passage of the same changes after the next general election by the next General Assembly. This Act requires a greater than majority vote for passage because § 1 of Article XVI of the Delaware Constitution requires the affirmative vote of two-thirds of the members elected to each house of the General Assembly to amend the Delaware Constitution.

passed both · Delaware · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SCR 160: PROCLAIMING APRIL 2026 AS "SECOND CHANCE MONTH" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This Senate Concurrent Resolution designates April 2026 as "Second Chance Month" throughout the State of Delaware. The measure serves as a symbolic proclamation to raise awareness about second chances, likely in the context of criminal justice reform or rehabilitation. It does not create new laws or programs but instead encourages public recognition and awareness during the designated month. The resolution was passed by both the Senate and House without requiring a formal vote in the House.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed both · Delaware · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SCR 153: RECOGNIZING APRIL 2026 AS "PARKINSON'S DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

This 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.

passed both · Delaware · House Mar 26, 2026

HCR 107: EXTENDING THE REPORTING DATE OF THE HOUSING DEPARTMENT TASK FORCE.

This House Concurrent Resolution extends the deadline for the Housing Department Task Force to submit its final report to October 1, 2026. The measure directly affects the Housing Department Task Force by granting it additional time to complete its work and deliver findings. By adjusting the reporting schedule, the resolution allows the task force more time to conduct its analysis without changing its original purpose or scope. This procedural change does not alter the task force's mandate or the housing policies it examines, only the timeline for its final submission.