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DE HCR44
Concurrent Resolution
Status
6/24/2015
Primary Sponsor
Melanie Smith
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AI Summary
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Designates the week of October 25-31, 2015, as "Delaware Pro Bono Celebration Week" to recognize pro bono legal services in the state
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Honors Delaware Volunteer Legal Services (DVLS) and individual attorneys and law firms that provide free legal services to low-income Delawareans
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Recognizes pro bono assistance in areas including foreclosure, bankruptcy, domestic violence cases, custody disputes, guardianships, housing, landlord/tenant disputes, and consumer issues
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Aligns with the American Bar Association's 6th Annual National Pro Bono Celebration Week occurring in October 2015
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Celebrates the critical role of pro bono legal representation in ensuring access to justice for citizens who cannot afford legal counsel
Legislative Description
Proclaiming The Week Of October 25-31, 2015, As "delaware Pro Bono Celebration Week."
Last Action
Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT
6/24/2015