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DE SR6
Resolution
Status
1/19/2021
Primary Sponsor
David Sokola
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AI Summary
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Condemns the violent riot at the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021, which resulted in 6 deaths, including Capitol Police officers Brian Sicknick and Howard Liebengood, and injuries to more than 50 law enforcement officers.
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Condemns the extreme and dishonest rhetoric that created the environment leading to the Capitol riot and characterizes incendiary speech as non-constitutionally protected when intended to incite immediate breach of the peace.
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Commits the Delaware State Senate to peaceful, thoughtful, and respectful discourse among its members and with constituents, recognizing that public officials' words have power to incite violence or promote peace.
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Expresses gratitude for the service of Delaware National Guard members deployed to Washington, D.C. to protect the peaceful transfer of power and uphold constitutional processes.
Legislative Description
Condemning The January 6, 2021, Assault On The United States Capitol, Committing To Peaceful And Respectful Discourse By Delaware State Senators, And Expressing Gratitude To The Members Of The Delaware National Guard.
Last Action
Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT
1/19/2021