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Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

1/10/2013

Primary Sponsor

Valerie Longhurst

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Origin

House of Representatives

147th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates the week of February 10-16, 2013 as "Children of Alcoholics Week" in Delaware
  • Requests the Governor issue a proclamation calling upon state agencies and Delaware residents to observe the week with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities
  • Cites that approximately one in four children under 18 in the United States are affected by family alcohol abuse or alcoholism
  • Notes that children of alcoholics are two to four times more likely to develop alcoholism themselves and face higher risks of school difficulties and truancy
  • Recognizes that parental alcohol abuse is a significant factor in child abuse and neglect cases

Legislative Description

Proclaiming The Week Of February 10-16, 2013 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 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT

1/10/2013

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