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SCR 2

RECOGNIZING JANUARY 9, 2025, AS "LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY" IN DELAWARE

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 27 co-sponsors

Delaware designates January 9, 2025, as "Law Enforcement Appreciation Day" through a passed symbolic resolution requiring no appropriations or enforcement mechanisms.

Passed In House by Voice Vote
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Bill Summary · SCR 2

Legislative bill overview

SCR 2 is a concurrent resolution designating January 9, 2025, as "Law Enforcement Appreciation Day" in Delaware. The bill passed both chambers with overwhelming support and serves as a symbolic recognition rather than creating enforceable policy or appropriations.

Why is this important

Symbolic resolutions like this establish official state recognition of designated groups and occasions, which can affect public messaging, local proclamations, and community event planning. While non-binding, such recognitions reflect legislative priorities and can influence how state agencies allocate ceremonial resources or coordinate recognition events.

Potential points of contention

  • Selective recognition: Some may question why certain professions receive official state recognition while others do not, raising fairness concerns about whose contributions the state formally acknowledges
  • Timing and context: The specific date (January 9) and current national discourse around law enforcement practices could make the designation politically charged despite its ceremonial nature
  • Resource allocation: Even symbolic recognitions may result in state resources being used for proclamations, events, or ceremonies that some constituents believe should be directed elsewhere

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

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