DelawareDelaware lawmakers designate April 19–25, 2026, as Delaware Library Week
Delaware lawmakers named April 19–25, 2026, Library Week, encouraged residents to visit libraries, and thanked the people who work there.
What it does
Delaware marks April 19–25, 2026, as Delaware Library Week. Lawmakers encourage residents to visit local libraries, join programs and events, and show support.
Lawmakers praise Delaware librarians and library workers for serving communities, schools, and college campuses. They thank them for contributions to education, culture, and daily life.
Argument forEncouraging visits could help Delaware residents discover library programs and free access to information and technology.
Argument againstBecause visits and programs are voluntary, the week might have little effect if residents do not take part.
More detail
The General Assembly names a week Delaware Library Week and encourages residents to visit and support local libraries. The invitation goes to all Delaware residents and concerns their local libraries. The designated week runs from April 19 through April 25, 2026.
The General Assembly praises Delaware librarians and library workers and thanks them for their contributions. It covers library workers serving Delaware communities, schools, and college campuses.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 21Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Lower
- Apr 21Passed By Senate. Votes: 19 YES 2 ABSENTPassed 1st Chamber
- Apr 21Introduced in SenateIntroduced
- Apr 21Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
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