DelawareDelaware designates October 20–26, 2025, as Free Speech Week
Delaware lawmakers chose October 20 through 26, 2025, for a statewide Free Speech Week to draw attention to free speech and a free press.
What it does
Delaware designated October 20 through 26, 2025, as Free Speech Week to recognize free speech and a free press across the state.
Argument forThe designation could encourage schools and community groups to hold events that help people think about free speech and a free press.
Argument againstThe designation may have little effect on public awareness if schools and community groups do not choose to mark the week.
More detail
The Delaware Senate and House designated the week as Free Speech Week. The designation applies across Delaware. The designated week runs from October 20 through October 26, 2025.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2025
- Jun 24Passed in House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Consent Calendar Number 13. Result: pass.Lower
- Jun 18Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENTPassed 1st Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Jun 18Introduced in SenateIntroduced
- Jun 24Passed in House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
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