DelawareDelaware proclaims October 28, 2026, National First Responders Day
Delaware lawmakers proclaimed October 28, 2026, National First Responders Day and encouraged residents to thank people who respond to emergencies.
What it does
Delaware proclaimed October 28, 2026, a day to honor paid and volunteer emergency workers, including firefighters, police officers, and 911 dispatchers. Residents are encouraged to thank them.
Argument forThe proclamation could prompt residents to thank first responders for helping their communities during emergencies.
Argument againstA one-day proclamation might do little to help Delaware recruit and keep first responders, a need the resolution says is growing.
More detail
Delaware lawmakers proclaimed October 28, 2026, National First Responders Day. The day honors Delaware's paid and volunteer first responders, including firefighters, police officers, medical workers, and 911 dispatchers. Delawareans are encouraged to recognize and thank first responders.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jun 17Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Consent Calendar Number 26. Result: pass.Lower
- Jun 16Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YESPassed 1st Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Jun 16Introduced in SenateIntroduced
- Jun 17Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
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