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SCR 168

RECOGNIZING APRIL 2026 AS “LIMB LOSS AND LIMB DIFFERENCE AWARENESS MONTH” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 14 co-sponsors

Designates April 2026 as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month in Delaware to raise public awareness and encourage inclusive actions, without new laws or funding.

Passed In House by Voice Vote
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Bill Summary · SCR 168

Summary of SCR 168 (Delaware, 153rd Session)

Title

Recognizing April 2026 as “Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month” in the State of Delaware.

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution designates April 2026 as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month within the state.
  • Its central goal is to raise public awareness about limb loss and limb differences, promote understanding, and recognize the experiences of individuals affected by limb loss or differences.

Key Provisions

  • Official designation: April 2026 is proclaimed as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month in Delaware.
  • Public awareness objective: Encourages state residents, communities, and organizations to recognize the contributions, challenges, and resilience of individuals with limb loss or limb differences.
  • Not a funding or policy mandate: As a concurrent resolution, it serves to recognize and declare an observance rather than establish new state programs, allocate funds, or impose regulatory requirements.

Affected Parties

  • Individuals with limb loss or limb differences and related advocacy communities may be the primary beneficiaries through heightened visibility and acknowledgment.
  • General public, schools, employers, healthcare providers, veterans groups, and disability-rights organizations may be encouraged to participate in awareness activities.
  • State government and sponsored organizations may be expected to support or promote awareness efforts during the designated month, consistent with observance resolutions.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and passage timeline:
    • Introduced in the Senate on April 16, 2026.
    • Passed the Senate on April 16, 2026 by a vote of 18 YES, 3 ABSENT.
    • Passed the House by voice vote on the same day (April 16, 2026).
  • Sponsorship:
    • Primary sponsor: [Not listed in the prompt; multiple co-sponsors listed]
    • Co-sponsors include: Dave Wilson, Dave Sokola, Stell Selby, Bryant Richardson, Nicole Poore, Jack Walsh, Brian Pettyjohn, Darius Brown, Spiros Mantzavinos, Eric Morrison, Mike Smith, Josue Ortega, Russ Huxtable, Ray Seigfried, Melanie Ross Levin, among others.
  • Nature of bill:
    • As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the sentiment of the General Assembly recognizing a specific observance.
    • Does not enact new law, allocate funding, or create mandatory programs; rather, it formally designates a month for awareness activities.

Potential Impact

  • Increases public awareness and understanding of limb loss and limb differences in Delaware.
  • Encourages participation from state agencies, schools, workplaces, and organizations in awareness activities during April 2026.
  • Provides a formal, symbolic acknowledgment that can support advocacy, education, and inclusivity efforts without imposing regulatory or fiscal obligations.

Notes for Stakeholders

  • Organizations planning awareness events in April 2026 may reference the resolution when coordinating with state leaders.
  • Individuals and groups may use the designation to advocacy and outreach efforts, fundraising, or educational programs aligned with Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month.

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

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