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DE HCR55

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

6/24/2010

Primary Sponsor

George

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Origin

House of Representatives

145th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Proclaims the week of October 24-30, 2010 as "Delaware's Pro Bono Celebration Week" in recognition of National Pro Bono Celebration Week by the American Bar Association.

  • Recognizes Delaware Volunteer Legal Services (DVLS) and individual attorneys and law firms in Delaware that provide pro bono legal services to residents who cannot afford legal representation.

  • Acknowledges pro bono legal assistance provided in areas including foreclosure, bankruptcy, domestic violence cases, custody disputes, guardianships, housing, tenant matters, wills, government benefits, and consumer issues.

  • Celebrates the essential role of pro bono legal services in preventing Delaware citizens from being at a disadvantage due to lack of legal representation.

Legislative Description

Proclaiming The Week Of October 24 - 30, 2010 As "delaware's Pro Bono Celebration Week".

Last Action

Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT

6/24/2010

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