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COMMEMORATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COUNCIL.

COMMEMORATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COUNCIL.

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
Ortega
Last action
2025-04-15
Official status
Passed 4/15/25
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The candidate explanation incorrectly states that SGAC has been in existence for 75 years instead of 50 years. The correct duration is 50 years as per the official source material.

Honoring SGAC's 50 Years

A resolution celebrates and honors the State Government Affairs Council for its 75-year history.

What This Bill Does

  • Recognizes the State Government Affairs Council (SGAC) for its 50-year history.
  • Commends SGAC's efforts to improve communication between public and private sectors.
  • Encourages continued support for SGAC’s mission and acknowledges its members' work on policy decisions.
  • Sends a copy of this resolution to the State Government Affairs Council.

Who It Names or Affects

  • The State Government Affairs Council

Terms To Know

State Government Affairs Council (SGAC)
A group that works to improve understanding and communication between state government and other groups.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This resolution does not create new laws or spend money.
  • It is a statement of recognition and encouragement, with no further action required by the General Assembly.

Bill History

  1. 2025-04-15 Delaware General Assembly

    Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

  2. 2025-04-10 Delaware General Assembly

    Introduced in House

  3. 2025-04-10 Delaware General Assembly

    Passed In House by Voice Vote

Official Summary Text

COMMEMORATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COUNCIL.
This House Concurrent Resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the State Government Affairs Council.

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SPONSOR:

Rep. Ortega & Sen. Cruce

Reps. Burns, Bush, Carson, Heffernan, Hilovsky, Lambert; Sens. Hoffner, Sokola, Wilson

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

153rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY

HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 29

COMMEMORATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COUNCIL.

WHEREAS, the State Government Affairs Council (SGAC) was established fifty years ago with the mission to advance and support the state government affairs profession by fostering community and relationship building with peers and elected officials, building knowledge, and promoting diverse perspectives in a nonpartisan environment; and

WHEREAS, SGAC’s members, consisting of government affairs professionals, have consistently worked to enhance understanding and communication between the public and private sectors, ensuring the fair representation of diverse interests and advocating for the advancement of policies that promote offering unparalleled educational opportunities; providing a forum for members and policymakers to convene and collaborate; mentoring the next generation of state government affairs professionals; promoting all aspects of diversity; and

WHEREAS, through its collaboration with legislative bodies, administrative agencies, and community stakeholders, SGAC has helped build a more responsive, transparent, and accountable government at the state level; and

WHEREAS, the 50th anniversary of SGAC represents a milestone of achievement and service in its ongoing commitment to excellence in government affairs; and

WHEREAS, SGAC has fostered a forward-thinking platform for addressing emerging challenges in state governance; and

WHEREAS, SGAC has created a legacy of fostering leadership, training, and advocacy that has shaped the professional development of thousands of individuals in the field of government relations.

NOW, THEREFORE:

BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the State of Delaware, the Senate concurring therein, recognizes and commends the State Government Affairs Council for its 50 years of dedicated service and significant contributions to enhancing the relationship between state and local governments, businesses, and communities.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the General Assembly encourages continued support for SGAC’s mission and

commends its members for their tireless work to advocate for sound policy decisions, transparency, and good governance

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the General Assembly extends its congratulations to the State Government

Affairs Council and its members on reaching this remarkable milestone and acknowledges their enduring influence on the

State’s government affairs landscape.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution shall be sent to the State Government Affairs

Council in recognition of its 50th anniversary and continued commitment to advancing public policy across the State.

SYNOPSIS

This House Concurrent Resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the State Government Affairs Council.