COMMENDING THE STUDENTS SELECTED AS SECRETARY OF EDUCATION SCHOLARS FOR 2026.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Laura Sturgeon and 1 co-sponsor

Delaware recognizes and commends the 2026 Secretary of Education Scholars, publicly honoring their achievements without creating policy or funding changes.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

Summary of Bill: HCR 154 (Session 153, Delaware)

Purpose and Intent

HCR 154 is a concurrent resolution that formally commends and recognizes Delaware students who have been selected as Secretary of Education Scholars for 2026.

The resolution serves to publicly honor these students and highlight their achievement as part of Delaware’s educational recognition efforts.

Key Provisions

Expresses formal commendation from the Delaware General Assembly (likely both chambers acting in concert) to the identified Secretary of Education Scholars for the year 2026.

May include language acknowledging the scholars’ accomplishments, qualifications, and potential contributions to the State’s education system.

May request or designate observance, recognition events, or continued acknowledgment within official state communications, but, as a resolution, does not create enforceable obligations or new programs requiring ongoing funding.

Who or What Is Affected

Individuals: The student recipients identified as Secretary of Education Scholars for 2026 receive formal recognition.

Institutions/Entities: The recognition is issued by the Delaware General Assembly, reflecting on the students’ achievements within the state’s education system.

Public/Community: The resolution publicly communicates appreciation and sets a ceremonial precedent for honoring outstanding scholars in the state.

Procedural and Timetable Aspects

Status: Introduced in the House on June 30, 2026.

Process: As a concurrent resolution, it typically requires passage by both the Delaware House of Representatives and the Delaware Senate and would be sent to the Governor for potential signing or may become effective upon passage according to Delaware constitutional rules.

Timing: Being a ceremonial recognition, it does not include funding provisions or substantive policy changes; its primary effect is formal acknowledgment.

Additional Note

Co-sponsors: Kim Williams and Laura Sturgeon are listed as co-sponsors, indicating bipartisan or cross-chamber support for recognizing the scholars.

The bill does not modify existing laws or create new programs; its impact is symbolic and aimed at honoring exemplary student achievement within Delaware’s education leadership pathway.