WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

SCR 190

DESIGNATING MAY 2026 AS "LYME DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 20 co-sponsors

Delaware designates May 2026 as Lyme Disease Awareness Month to promote public education on prevention, symptoms, and early treatment.

Passed In House by Voice Vote
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · SCR 190

Overview

Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR) 190 of Delaware's 153rd Session designates May 2026 as "Lyme Disease Awareness Month" in the state of Delaware. The measure is a symbolic resolution recognizing Lyme disease and encouraging public awareness and education during the designated month.

Purpose and Intent

  • Officially designate May 2026 as Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Delaware.
  • Promote awareness about Lyme disease, its symptoms, prevention, and the importance of early detection and treatment.
  • Encourage state residents, healthcare providers, and organizations to participate in education and outreach efforts during the designated month.

Key Provisions

  • Declaration: May 2026 is formally proclaimed in the State of Delaware as Lyme Disease Awareness Month.
  • Purpose Statement: The resolution highlights the significance of Lyme disease as a public health concern and directs attention to education and prevention.
  • No new statutory mandates: As a concurrent resolution, it typically does not create new statutory requirements or funding; it serves as a formal acknowledgement and call to action for awareness activities.

Who/What is Affected

  • Public awareness and education efforts within Delaware.
  • State residents, healthcare professionals, schools, local governments, and health organizations may reference the designation to support Lyme disease information campaigns.
  • No new regulatory or funding obligations are mandated by the resolution itself.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction: SCR 190 introduced in the Senate on May 14, 2026.
  • Passage: The resolution passed the Senate on May 14, 2026, with a 21-Yes vote.
  • House Action: Passed in the House by a voice vote on the same day (May 14, 2026).
  • Effective Date: As a concurrent resolution, it typically takes effect upon passage and does not require signature or promulgation beyond standard legislative enactment; it does not establish a long-term statutory timeframe beyond May 2026 unless explicitly stated in the text.

Sponsor and Support

  • Primary and co-sponsors include a broad group of legislators from across the state (list provided in the bill’s metadata). The wide sponsorship indicates cross-branch and cross-district support for Lyme disease awareness initiatives.

Impact and Rationale

  • Raises statewide public awareness about Lyme disease, its vectors (tick exposure), prevention strategies (e.g., tick checks, repellent use, protective clothing), and the importance of prompt medical evaluation for potential infection.
  • May spur community events, educational programs, and partnerships among health departments, schools, and non-profits during May 2026.
  • Largely symbolic; no new regulatory requirements or funding allocations are specified within the resolution. Any ongoing or future programs would require separate statutory or budget actions.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary to a specific audience (public health professionals, policymakers, or general residents) or add context about Lyme disease in Delaware.

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

Sign in to ask a question.