DelawareDelaware lawmakers honor Irish Americans' Revolutionary War contributions
Delaware lawmakers adopted a resolution honoring Irish American patriots, including George Washington's aides and people who signed or printed the Declaration of Independence.
What it does
The Senate and House remember Irish American patriots for their part in the fight for independence. The resolution also says a certified copy should go to a group of state lawmakers.
Argument forThe recognition could help Delaware residents learn that Irish Americans aided George Washington and helped produce the Declaration of Independence.
Argument againstThe honor may have limited reach because the resolution calls only for remembrance and sending a copy to a group of state lawmakers.
More detail
Delaware's Senate and House honor Irish American patriots who helped the colonies gain independence. The recognition covers Irish Americans who contributed to the American Revolution.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Mar 17Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Lower
- Mar 17Passed By Senate. Votes: 18 YES 3 ABSENTPassed 1st Chamber
- Mar 17Introduced in SenateIntroduced
- Mar 17Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber