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Designates March 21, 2026, as "Rock Your Socks for World Down Syndrome Day" in Delaware, marking the 19th anniversary of World Down Syndrome Day

March 21st was chosen because it signifies the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome, which causes Down syndrome

Approximately 1 in 700 babies (6,000 annually) are born with Down syndrome in the United States, with over 400,000 individuals nationwide

The Down Syndrome Association of Delaware serves more than 450 individuals with Down syndrome and is distributing over 50,000 pairs of mismatched socks to schools and businesses to celebrate

Recognizes the contributions of Delawareans with Down syndrome to their communities through school, work, and civic participation