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DE HCR32

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

1/26/2012

Primary Sponsor

Earl Jaques

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Origin

House of Representatives

146th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates February 12-18, 2012 as "Children of Alcoholics Week" in Delaware
  • Requests the Governor issue a proclamation for the week and calls upon state agencies and Delaware residents to observe with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities
  • Recognizes that approximately one in four children under 18 in the United States is affected by family alcohol abuse or alcoholism
  • Acknowledges children of alcoholics face increased risks including higher likelihood of developing alcoholism themselves, academic difficulties, and exposure to child abuse and neglect
  • Notes that community support from family, friends, health professionals, teachers, and clergy can help children of addicted parents avoid negative effects of familial alcoholism and drug dependence

Legislative Description

Proclaiming The Week Of February 12-18, 2012 As “children Of Alcoholics Week” And Requesting The Governor To Issue A Proclamation For “children Of Alcoholics Week.”

Last Action

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

1/26/2012

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