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SCR 101

DESIGNATING JULY 2025 AS "AMERICAN PATRIOTISM MONTH" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Eric Buckson and 11 co-sponsors

Delaware designates July 2025 as "American Patriotism Month" through a symbolic concurrent resolution with broad bipartisan support.

Passed in House by Voice Vote
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Bill Summary · SCR 101

Legislative bill overview

SCR 101 is a symbolic resolution designating July 2025 as "American Patriotism Month" in Delaware. The bill has already passed both chambers of the state legislature by voice vote and near-unanimous support, requiring no gubernatorial signature as it is a concurrent resolution rather than statutory legislation.

Why is this important

Symbolic designations like this serve as official statements of state values and can be used for public awareness campaigns, educational initiatives, and commemorative events. While they carry no legal force or budgetary impact, they reflect legislative priorities and can influence how state institutions direct resources toward related programming and recognition.

Potential points of contention

  • Vagueness of "patriotism": The resolution doesn't define what constitutes patriotism, leaving interpretation open to debate about which values or behaviors the state is endorsing
  • Questionable necessity: Critics may argue that symbolic designations use legislative time and resources for measures without substantive policy outcomes or measurable impact
  • Selective commemoration: Some may question why this particular month and theme warrant official designation, or whether other important values or communities receive comparable recognition

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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