DelawareDelaware designates September 26 for service addressing domestic and sexual violence
Delaware lawmakers designated September 26, 2026, as a day recognizing club volunteers’ efforts to help people affected by domestic and sexual violence.
What it does
Delaware designated September 26, 2026, as a statewide day of service focused on domestic and sexual violence, recognizing a volunteer effort by the General Federation of Women’s Clubs.
Argument forThe named day could draw attention to shelters and survivors, helping volunteers focus support on people who need it.
Argument againstA named day may do little for survivors if clubs do not carry out the shelter and family support projects described.
More detail
Delaware lawmakers designated a day of service focused on domestic and sexual violence. The designation applies across Delaware and recognizes the General Federation of Women’s Clubs’ volunteer effort. The designation applies to Saturday, September 26, 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jun 30Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YESPassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Vote recorded Consent Calendar Number 29. Result: pass.Lower
- Jun 30Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 1st Chamber
- Jun 30Introduced in HouseIntroduced
- Jun 30Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YESPassed 2nd Chamber
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