DelawareDelaware lawmakers recognize February 15, 2026, as International Angelman Day
Delaware lawmakers recognized February 15, 2026, as International Angelman Day for people with a rare disorder that can cause seizures and delayed development.
What it does
Delaware lawmakers recognized February 15, 2026, as International Angelman Day. The Angelman Syndrome Foundation observes the day each year to honor affected people and raise awareness.
Argument forRecognizing the day could help Delaware residents learn about Angelman syndrome and show support for people living with it.
Argument againstFamilies facing care costs may still need help because recognizing a day does not pay for treatment or caregiving.
More detail
Delaware's Senate and House recognized International Angelman Day. The recognition applies in Delaware and concerns people with Angelman syndrome. The recognition applies to February 15, 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jan 29Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Lower
- Jan 29Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YESPassed 1st Chamber
- Jan 29Introduced in SenateIntroduced
- Jan 29Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
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