DelawareDelaware lawmakers recognize annual day celebrating the state’s cultures
Delaware lawmakers recognized April 17, 2025, as a day to celebrate the state’s cultures and encouraged people and organizations to take part.
What it does
Delaware lawmakers recognized April 17, 2025, as Celebrate Delaware Together Day and called for an annual celebration on a date during National Celebrate Differences Month in April.
Lawmakers encourage Delaware residents, businesses, schools, community groups, and state agencies to take part in activities that build understanding and connection. Participation is voluntary.
Argument forThe celebration could give Delaware neighbors chances to learn about each other’s cultures and connect through community activities.
Argument againstBecause participation is voluntary, some Delaware communities might have few activities or chances to take part.
More detail
The House and Senate recognized Celebrate Delaware Together Day as an annual celebration. The day celebrates Delaware’s different cultures and backgrounds. The recognition names April 17, 2025; the annual celebration is to be observed on a date aligned with National Celebrate Differences Month in April.
Lawmakers encourage people and organizations to take part in activities that build understanding and connection. The encouragement covers Delaware residents, businesses, community groups, schools, and state agencies. Participation is voluntary.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2025
- Apr 17Passed By Senate. Votes: 19 YES 2 ABSENTPassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Lower
- Apr 17Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 1st Chamber
- Apr 17Introduced in HouseIntroduced
- Apr 17Passed By Senate. Votes: 19 YES 2 ABSENTPassed 2nd Chamber
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