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SB317 • 2025

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 1 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO VETERANS MONTH.

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 1 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO VETERANS MONTH.

Passed Legislature

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

Sponsor
Lawson
Last action
2026-05-21
Official status
Passed Senate 5/21/26
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material does not provide details on specific actions or ceremonies that will be held by the state during Veterans Month, nor does it explicitly mention families of veterans.

Designate May as Veterans Month

The bill makes May 'Veterans Month' in Delaware to honor veterans.

What This Bill Does

  • Makes May the official month to celebrate and remember veterans in Delaware.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Veterans living in Delaware

Terms To Know

Veterans Month
A special time set aside to honor and remember people who have served in the military.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not specify how or where ceremonies should be held.
  • It is unclear what specific actions will be taken by the state during Veterans Month.

Bill History

  1. 2026-05-21 Delaware General Assembly

    Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT

  2. 2026-05-20 Delaware General Assembly

    Reported Out of Committee (Veterans Affairs) in Senate with 10 Favorable

  3. 2026-05-13 Delaware General Assembly

    Introduced and Assigned to Veterans Affairs Committee in Senate

Official Summary Text

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 1 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO VETERANS MONTH.
This Act designates the month of May as "Veterans Month" in the State of Delaware.

Current Bill Text

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Legislation Document

SPONSOR:

Sen. Lawson & Rep. Carson

Sens. Buckson, Hansen, Hocker, Hoffner, Huxtable, Lockman, Mantzavinos, Pettyjohn, Pinkney, Richardson, Sokola, Sturgeon, Walsh, Wilson; Reps. Berry, Dukes, Gorman, Griffith, Hensley, Hilovsky, K. Johnson, Ross Levin, D. Short, Shupe, Snyder-Hall, K. Williams, Yearick

DELAWARE STATE SENATE

153rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SENATE BILL NO. 317

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 1 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO VETERANS MONTH.

WHEREAS, the State of Delaware is home to thousands of brave men and women who have honorably served in the United States Armed Forces, defending the freedoms and liberties we hold dear; and

WHEREAS, according to recent data, more than 65,000 veterans reside in Delaware, representing a vital and respected part of our communities; and

WHEREAS, Delaware’s veterans have served across generations in times of war and peace, including World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam, the Gulf War, and the Global War on Terror; and

WHEREAS, these individuals have demonstrated courage, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to this nation, often placing themselves in harm’s way for the benefit of others; and

WHEREAS, many veterans continue their service beyond the military through public service, volunteerism, agriculture, education, and small business leadership throughout Delaware; and

WHEREAS, it is important to recognize not only the service of veterans, but also the sacrifices made by their families, who support them during deployments and beyond; and

WHEREAS, the month of May includes important observances such as Memorial Day, providing an opportunity to reflect and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while wearing the uniform; and

WHEREAS, the State of Delaware continues to strengthen its commitment to veterans through the work of the Delaware Office of Veterans Services, which provides advocacy, guidance, and assistance to veterans and their families in accessing federal, state, and local benefits and resources.

NOW, THEREFORE:

BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE:

Section 1. Amend Chapter 6, Title 1 of the Delaware Code by making deletions as shown by strike through and insertions as shown by underline as follows:

§ 611. Veterans Month.

May is known as Veterans Month and is to be commemorated in this State by appropriate ceremonies.

SYNOPSIS

This Act designates the month of May as "Veterans Month" in the State of Delaware.

Author: Senator Lawson