DE HCR18

Designates March 23, 2023 as National Atheists Day in Delaware

Recognizes that approximately 7% of Americans identify as atheist, 7% as agnostic, and 15% as unaffiliated with any religion, with growing numbers among young Americans

Acknowledges atheists' historical persecution and ongoing underrepresentation in elected office despite their significant contributions to science, technology, education, medicine, law, and other fields

Notes that 29% of scientists and 12% of doctors identify as atheists, and that atheists support freedom of religion and separation of church and state

Affirms that atheists' beliefs are often overlooked compared to religious beliefs despite representing over 1.1 billion people worldwide