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SPONSOR: Sen. Lawson & Rep. Carson
Sens. Buckson, Hansen, Hocker, Hoffner, Huxtable,
Lockman, Mantzavinos, Pettyjohn, Pinkney, Richardson,
Sokola, Sturgeon, Walsh, Wilson; Reps. Berry,
Chukwuocha, Dukes, Gorman, Griffith, Harris, Hensley,
Hilovsky, K. Johnson, Lambert, Ross Levin, D. Short,
Shupe, Snyder-Hall, K. Williams, Yearick
DELAWARE STATE SENATE
153rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY
SENATE BILL NO. 317
AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 1 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO VETERANS MONTH.
1 WHEREAS, the State of Delaware is home to thousands of brave men and women who have honorably served in
2 the United States Armed Forces, defending the freedoms and liberties we hold dear; and
3 WHEREAS, according to recent data, more than 65,000 veterans reside in Delaware, representing a vital and
4 respected part of our communities; and
5 WHEREAS, Delaware’s veterans have served across generations in times of war and peace, including World War
6 II, the Korean War, Vietnam, the Gulf War, and the Global War on Terror; and
7 WHEREAS, these individuals have demonstrated courage, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to this
8 nation, often placing themselves in harm’s way for the benefit of others; and
9 WHEREAS, many veterans continue their service beyond the military through public service, volunteerism,
10 agriculture, education, and small business leadership throughout Delaware; and
11 WHEREAS, it is important to recognize not only the service of veterans, but also the sacrifices made by their
12 families, who support them during deployments and beyond; and
13 WHEREAS, the month of May includes important observances such as Memorial Day, providing an opportunity
14 to reflect and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while wearing the uniform; and
15 WHEREAS, the State of Delaware continues to strengthen its commitment to veterans through the work of the
16 Delaware Office of Veterans Services, which provides advocacy, guidance, and assistance to veterans and their families in
17 accessing federal, state, and local benefits and resources.
18 NOW, THEREFORE:
19 BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE:
20 Section 1. Amend Chapter 6, Title 1 of the Delaware Code by making deletions as shown by strike through and
21 insertions as shown by underline as follows:
22 § 611. Veterans Month.
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23 May is known as Veterans Month and is to be commemorated in this State by appropriate ceremonies.
SYNOPSIS
This Act designates the month of May as "Veterans Month" in the State of Delaware.
Author: Senator Lawson
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