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HCR 19

RECOGNIZING MARCH 21, 2025, AS "ROCK YOUR SOCKS FOR WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY".

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 26 co-sponsors

Delaware designates March 21, 2025, as "Rock Your Socks For World Down Syndrome Day" to raise awareness and promote inclusion of individuals with Down syndrome.

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

Legislative bill overview

HCR 19 is a ceremonial resolution designating March 21, 2025, as "Rock Your Socks For World Down Syndrome Day" in Delaware. The bill passed both chambers with overwhelming support and carries no fiscal impact or binding legal obligations.

Why is this important

World Down Syndrome Day (March 21) is an internationally recognized observance aimed at raising awareness and promoting inclusion of individuals with Down syndrome. State recognition through this resolution amplifies public visibility and encourages community participation in awareness-building activities.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: Critics might argue legislative time should focus on substantive policy rather than ceremonial resolutions, though the minimal time investment here makes this a weak objection
  • Symbolic vs. substantive action: Recognition resolutions alone don't create funding or services; advocates may view this as performative without accompanying policy measures to support Down syndrome services or research
  • Specificity of the "sock" element: The colorful sock-wearing tradition is promotional but arbitrary—some may question why legislative focus targets this particular awareness mechanism over direct program support

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

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