DelawareDelaware lawmakers proclaimed June 17, 2026, a Day of Service
Delaware lawmakers named June 17, 2026, a Day of Service and encouraged employers to help their staff volunteer.
What it does
Delaware lawmakers proclaimed June 17, 2026, a Day of Service to recognize volunteering across the state.
Employers across Delaware are encouraged to support workers who volunteer, including by offering time and resources for community service.
Delawareans are encouraged to share their volunteer experiences to inspire others to serve their communities.
Argument forEncouraging employers to offer time and resources could make it easier for workers to help their communities.
Argument againstEmployers that choose to give staff time to volunteer may have fewer workers available for their usual tasks.
More detail
The Senate and House proclaimed June 17, 2026, a Day of Service. The proclamation applies to Delaware.
The resolution encourages employers to support workers who volunteer. It addresses employers across Delaware. Employers may offer time and resources for service activities that strengthen communities.
The resolution encourages people to share their volunteer experiences. It addresses Delawareans. Sharing experiences is encouraged to inspire others to volunteer.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jun 18Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Lower
- Vote recorded REVISED Consent Calendar Number 27. Result: pass.Lower
- Jun 17Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YESPassed 1st Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Jun 17Introduced in SenateIntroduced
- Jun 18Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber