WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

SR 19

PROCLAIMING MAY 19, 2026, AS "UNTIL JUSTICE JUST IS DAY" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Tizzy Lockman

Delaware designates May 19, 2026 as Until Justice Just Is Day to raise awareness about justice and equity, without mandates or funding.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · SR 19

Summary of SR 19 (Session 153) — Delaware

Purpose and intent

  • SR 19 proclaims May 19, 2026 as “Until Justice Just Is Day” in the state of Delaware.
  • The resolution is ceremonial in nature, serving to acknowledge and promote awareness of the phrase “Until Justice Just Is” and its underlying message about justice and equity within the state.

Key provisions

  • Designation: The Senate (and by action history, the resolution was introduced and passed in the Senate) formally designates a specific day—May 19, 2026—as Until Justice Just Is Day.
  • Commemoration: The resolution suggests or implies that Delawareans may observe or acknowledge the day in ways consistent with recognizing issues of justice, fairness, and equity, though it does not appear to mandate specific actions or programs.
  • Language and framing: The resolution uses the declarative title to express support for the principle of justice that is timely and relevant to ongoing civil rights and equity conversations.

Who is affected

  • General public in Delaware: The designation serves to raise awareness among all residents about justice-related themes.
  • State government and institutions: May encourage state agencies, schools, and organizations to acknowledge or participate in related observances or educational activities on or around May 19, 2026.
  • Stakeholders and communities focused on justice: Arts, education, community groups, lawmakers, and advocates may reference the day in discussions, programming, or commemorations.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction: The bill was introduced in the Delaware Senate on May 19, 2026.
  • Passage: The Senate voted to pass SR 19 with 20 votes in favor and 1 absent.
  • Status: The bill is a concurrent or Senate-designated resolution (no indication of a House action in the provided history). If the House did not act, the resolution would typically require passage in both chambers to become a formal joint resolution or carry symbolic status.

Sponsors

  • Primary/Co-sponsor: Tizzy Lockman (co-sponsor).

Observations

  • As a non-binding expression, SR 19 does not allocate funds or mandate programs; it is a formal acknowledgment intended to promote awareness and reflection on justice-related themes within Delaware.
  • The effectiveness and impact depend on how state agencies, educational institutions, and communities choose to observe or honor the designated day.

If you’d like, I can add potential companion actions (e.g., proposed education or public-awareness activities, or suggested resolutions for the House) or compare similar prior resolutions for context.

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

Sign in to ask a question.