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SCR 197

RECOGNIZING MAY 20, 2026, AS PUBLIC HEALTH ADVOCACY DAY IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 10 co-sponsors

Public Health Advocacy Day designation recognizes and promotes awareness of public health advocacy in Delaware without creating laws or funding.

Passed In House by Voice Vote
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Bill Summary · SCR 197

Summary of SCR 197 (Session 153, Delaware)

Purpose and Intent

  • SCR 197 designates May 20, 2026 as Public Health Advocacy Day in the State of Delaware.
  • The resolution serves to recognize and honor the efforts of individuals and organizations involved in public health advocacy and to promote awareness of public health issues within the state.

Key Provisions

  • Official designation: May 20, 2026 is proclaimed as Public Health Advocacy Day.
  • Purpose of designation: To highlight the importance of public health advocacy, raise awareness about public health initiatives, and encourage continued engagement and collaboration among stakeholders in Delaware’s public health community.
  • Not binding law: As a Senate concurrent resolution, the measure expresses the sentiment of the General Assembly rather than enacting mandatory regulatory or funding requirements.

Who Is Affected

  • General Assembly members (Senate and House) as the designated authors and supporters.
  • Public health advocates, health organizations, nonprofit groups, healthcare professionals, and state agencies involved in public health in Delaware.
  • The broader Delaware public, through heightened awareness and recognition of public health advocacy efforts.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction: May 20, 2026, in the Senate.
  • Passage: The Senate approved SCR 197 with a vote of 18 in favor, 3 absent.
  • Next steps: Following Senate approval, the resolution would typically move to the House for consideration (if the companion measure exists or if the House is not already aligned). As a concurrent resolution, eventual adoption by both chambers would be expected for formal enactment, though the primary effect is ceremonial recognition.
  • Effective date: Ceremonial designation takes effect on the date of final passage by both chambers (or when the resolution is enrolled), rather than a substantive change in statute or policy.

Sponsors

  • Primary and co-sponsors include: Dave Sokola, Stell Selby, Bryant Richardson, Jack Walsh, Darius Brown, Spiros Mantzavinos, Eric Morrison, Cyndie Romer, Russ Huxtable, and Marie Pinkney. Their support signals cross-chamber and cross-party interest in public health advocacy.

Potential Impact

  • Raising awareness: Highlights the value of public health advocacy and may inspire community engagement and collaboration.
  • Recognition: Provides formal acknowledgment to advocates and organizations contributing to Delaware’s public health goals.
  • Non-binding guidance: Does not authorize funding or create new mandates; impact is largely ceremonial and reputational, potentially influencing public discourse and stakeholder collaboration.

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

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