DelawareDelaware lawmakers recognize August 26, 2026, as Women’s Equality Day
Delaware lawmakers recognized August 26, 2026, as Women’s Equality Day and encouraged residents to honor women’s contributions to equality.
What it does
Delaware lawmakers recognized August 26, 2026, as Women’s Equality Day. They encourage residents to honor women’s contributions and sacrifices for equality.
Argument forRecognizing the day could encourage residents to honor women’s contributions and learn about their fight for voting rights.
Argument againstThe recognition may have little effect if few residents choose to mark the day, since taking part is voluntary.
More detail
Delaware lawmakers recognized August 26, 2026, as Women’s Equality Day. The recognition applies across Delaware, and the invitation is open to all residents. Residents are encouraged to take part, but they are not required to.
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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
Civil Rights & Voting