DelawareDelaware lawmakers recognize Christian Holy Week and Jewish Passover
Delaware lawmakers have recognized Christian Holy Week and Jewish Passover, two religious observances celebrated by people across the state.
What it does
Delaware lawmakers recognize Christian Holy Week and Jewish Passover in the state. They also stress the importance of respecting all faiths and beliefs.
Argument forRecognizing these observances could help Delaware Christians and Jews feel that state lawmakers see their traditions.
Argument againstNaming only these two observances could leave people of other faiths feeling overlooked, despite the call to respect all beliefs.
More detail
The Delaware General Assembly recognizes Christian Holy Week and Jewish Passover. The recognition covers Christian Holy Week and Jewish Passover as observed in Delaware. The resolution discusses the observances in 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Mar 26Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Consent Calendar Number 19. Result: pass.Lower
- Mar 25Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENTPassed 1st Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Mar 25Introduced in SenateIntroduced
- Mar 26Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
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