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DE SCR43
Concurrent Resolution
Status
4/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Bryant Richardson
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AI Summary
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Recognizes the religious observances of Christian Holy Week and Jewish Passover in the State of Delaware through a concurrent resolution of the 153rd General Assembly
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Notes that Western Christianity Holy Week runs April 13-19, 2025, while Eastern Orthodox Holy Week begins April 13 with Easter (Pascha) on April 20, 2025
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Acknowledges Passover will be celebrated April 12-20, 2025, commemorating the Israelites' exodus from Egypt and freedom from slavery
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Affirms the importance of religious freedom as protected by the First Amendment, specifically the right to free exercise of religion
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Serves as a ceremonial recognition with no binding legal effect, sponsored by Sen. Richardson, Rep. Shupe, and Rep. Dukes with bipartisan co-sponsors
Legislative Description
Recognizing Christian Holy Week And Passover In The State Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed In House by Voice Vote
4/8/2025