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HCR 146

RECOGNIZING JUNE 8 THROUGH 12, 2026, AS "COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT WEEK" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE AND HONORING THE VITAL ROLE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 12 co-sponsors

Designates June 8–12, 2026 as Community Health Improvement Week to recognize and honor the vital contributions of Delaware community health workers.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT
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Bill Summary · HCR 146

Overview

  • Bill: HCR 146
  • Session: 153 (Delaware)
  • Title: Recognizing June 8 through 12, 2026, as "Community Health Improvement Week" in the State of Delaware and honoring the vital role of community health workers
  • Purpose: Establish an official recognition of a specific week dedicated to community health improvement and to acknowledge the contributions of community health workers in Delaware.

Key Provisions

  • Proclamation of Week: The resolution designates June 8–12, 2026 as "Community Health Improvement Week" in Delaware.
  • Honoring Community Health Workers: The resolution recognizes and honors the vital role played by community health workers in improving public health, increasing access to care, and supporting health outcomes within Delaware communities.
  • Expressions of Support: Typically includes commemorative language urging state residents, organizations, and institutions to observe the week and acknowledge the contributions of community health workers.

Who/What Is Affected

  • State recognition and public acknowledgment without creating new duties, funding, or regulatory requirements.
  • Stakeholders likely to be impacted include:
    • Community health workers and their organizations
    • Public health agencies and healthcare providers
    • Community organizations and non-profits involved in health equity, outreach, and access to care
    • General public, which may observe or participate in related events or proclamations

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction: Introduced in the Delaware House on June 9, 2026.
  • Legislative Action: Passed the House by voice vote on June 9, 2026.
  • Senate Action: Passed the Senate on June 9, 2026 with a vote of 20 Yes, 1 Absent.
  • Effective Date: As a concurrent or ceremonial resolution, typically effective upon passage unless otherwise specified. No fiscal impact or regulatory changes implied by the text provided.
  • Sponsors: A broad list of co-sponsors including Ed Osienski and multiple other legislators, indicating bipartisan and cross-committee support.

Potential Impact

  • Symbolic and ceremonial impact, elevating awareness of community health improvement efforts.
  • May bolster public recognition of the role of community health workers, potentially supporting advocacy, recruitment, and collaboration efforts.
  • Does not appear to impose new obligations, funding, or programmatic mandates on state agencies or private entities.

Notes

  • The bill is a non-binding resolution designed to recognize and honor contributions within Delaware.
  • No specific programs, grant programs, or regulatory changes are described in the summary of actions provided.

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

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