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DE SCR22
Concurrent Resolution
Status
4/1/2021
Primary Sponsor
David Wilson
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AI Summary
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Proclaims April 6, 2021 as "National Tartan Day" in Delaware to commemorate Scottish-American achievements and contributions to the United States
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Recognizes that almost half of the Declaration of Independence signers were of Scottish descent and governors in 9 of the original 12 states were of Scottish ancestry, including Delaware's first governor John McKinly
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Acknowledges Scottish-American contributions to science, technology, medicine, government, politics, economics, architecture, literature, media, and performing arts
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Notes that April 6 commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath in 1320, which influenced the American Declaration of Independence
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Honors over 200 Scottish heritage organizations throughout the United States representing hundreds of thousands of Scottish-Americans
Legislative Description
Commemorating The Outstanding Achievements And Contributions Made By Scottish-americans To The United States By Proclaiming April 6, 2021 As National Tartan Day.
Last Action
Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
4/1/2021