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DE HR33
Resolution
Status
5/8/2014
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Miro
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AI Summary
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Recognizes Sunday, May 11, 2014 as a special day for all mothers in Delaware, marking the 100th anniversary of Mother's Day as a national holiday
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Honors the history of Mother's Day, which was first proposed by Julia Ward Howe in 1872 and later organized by Anna M. Jarvis, who held the first observance in Philadelphia in 1907
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Notes that President Woodrow Wilson signed the joint resolution in May 1914 establishing the second Sunday in May as the national Mother's Day holiday
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Calls on all Delawareans to reflect on their mothers' selfless actions and honor them with the gift of love
Legislative Description
Respecting And Honoring All Delaware Mothers On May 11, 2014, Mother's Day.
Last Action
Passed in House by Voice Vote
5/8/2014