Bill Text: DE SCR26 | 2017-2018 | 149th General Assembly | Draft
Bill Title: Recognizing The Month Of June 2017 As Lgbtq Pride Month In The State Of Delaware.
Spectrum: Strong Partisan Bill (Democrat 17-1)
Status: (Engrossed - Dead) 2017-07-02 - Passed In House by Voice Vote [SCR26 Detail]
Download: Delaware-2017-SCR26-Draft.html
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SPONSOR: |
Sen. McDowell & Rep. Heffernan & Rep. Schwartzkopf |
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Sens. Hansen, Henry, Sokola, Townsend; Reps. Baumbach, Bentz, Keeley, Kowalko, Longhurst, Lynn, Mitchell, Paradee, Ramone, M. Smith |
DELAWARE STATE SENATE
149th GENERAL ASSEMBLY
SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 26
RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF JUNE 2017 AS LGBTQ PRIDE MONTH IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.
WHEREAS, Delaware has a committed history of being at the forefront of supporting equality for all of its citizens; and
WHEREAS, in recent years, tremendous advancements have been made with respect to equitable treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (“LGBTQ”) people, both in Delaware and throughout the nation; and
WHEREAS, despite these advances, LGBTQ people continue to face discrimination and LGBTQ youth continue to be at increased risk for bullying, substance abuse, depression, homelessness, and suicide; and
WHEREAS, the month of June has become a symbolic month in which LGBTQ people and their allies have come together in various celebrations of pride; and
WHEREAS, recognizing Pride Month will help to foster within the community an atmosphere of inclusion, acceptance, and celebration; and
WHEREAS, LGBTQ individuals, along with their families, friends, and neighbors, will honor Pride Month in cities and towns across the State and country; and
WHEREAS, the month-long celebration is an opportunity for all Delawareans to affirm their commitment to mutual respect and understanding.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the 149th General Assembly of the State of Delaware, the House of Representatives concurring therein, that the members recognize June 2017 as LGBTQ Pride Month in the State of Delaware.
SYNOPSIS
This Concurrent Resolution recognizes June 2017 as LGBTQ Pride Month in the State of Delaware.
Author: Senator McDowell
