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DE SCR43

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

4/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bryant Richardson

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Origin

Senate

153rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • Acknowledges Passover will be celebrated April 12-20, 2025, commemorating the Israelites' exodus from Egypt and freedom from slavery

  • Affirms the importance of religious freedom as protected by the First Amendment, specifically the right to free exercise of religion

  • 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

Full Bill Text

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