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HCR 6

RECOGNIZING JANUARY 27TH, 2025 AS INTERNATIONAL HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Russ Huxtable and 3 co-sponsors

Delaware legislature formally designates January 27th as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, honoring the liberation of Auschwitz concentration camp.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 19 YES 2 VACANT
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Bill Summary · HCR 6

Legislative bill overview

HCR 6 is a concurrent resolution designating January 27th, 2025 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Delaware. The resolution recognizes this date, which marks the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, and calls for commemoration and education about the Holocaust.

Why is this important

Concurrent resolutions are symbolic measures that don't carry the force of law but serve as official statements of legislative intent and values. This designation elevates public awareness of Holocaust remembrance within Delaware, potentially supporting educational initiatives and community commemorations on this date.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive: Critics might argue the legislature should focus on binding legislation with direct impact rather than symbolic resolutions, though supporters view remembrance as intrinsically important.
  • Secular/religious considerations: Some may question whether government should officially designate religious or culturally significant memorial dates, though Holocaust remembrance is increasingly treated as a universal historical/civic matter rather than sectarian.
  • Scope questions: Ambiguity exists around whether this resolution commits resources to education, events, or other commemorative activities, or if it is purely declarative.

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

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