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HCR 88

RECOGNIZING JANUARY 2026 AS “NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH” IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Bill Bush and 18 co-sponsors

Delaware legislature officially designates January 2026 as "National Mentoring Month" to recognize mentoring's community value without allocating resources or imposing requirements.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
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Bill Summary · HCR 88

Legislative bill overview

HCR 88 is a ceremonial resolution designating January 2026 as "National Mentoring Month" in Delaware. The bill recognizes the value of mentoring relationships and programs within the state through official proclamation.

Why is this important

Ceremonial resolutions raise public awareness about causes the legislature supports and can help spotlight mentoring initiatives and organizations operating in Delaware. Such recognitions may encourage participation in mentoring programs and highlight their community benefits, though the resolution itself carries no binding legal requirements or funding.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive action: Critics may view this as performative gesture that costs nothing and accomplishes little compared to funding actual mentoring programs
  • Resource allocation questions: Some may question whether legislative time should be spent on ceremonial resolutions rather than substantive policy or budget matters
  • Scope of recognition: Questions about why January specifically, or whether other months/causes also receive similar designations, raising equity concerns about legislative priorities

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

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