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SCR163 • 2025

RECOGNIZING NATIONAL DOCTORS’ DAY ON MARCH 30, AND HONORING THE SURGEONS OF DELAWARE, INCLUDING THE DELAWARE CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, FOR THEIR LIFE-SAVING SERVICE AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO A HEALTHIER DELAWARE.

RECOGNIZING NATIONAL DOCTORS’ DAY ON MARCH 30, AND HONORING THE SURGEONS OF DELAWARE, INCLUDING THE DELAWARE CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, FOR THEIR LIFE-SAVING SERVICE AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO A HEALTHIER DELAWARE.

Passed Legislature

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

Sponsor
Pinkney
Last action
2026-03-26
Official status
Passed 3/26/26
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source does not specify any direct impact on patients receiving medical care from doctors and surgeons.

Recognizing National Doctors’ Day on March 30

This resolution honors doctors and surgeons in Delaware by recognizing March 30, 2026 as National Doctors' Day.

What This Bill Does

  • Honors doctors and recognizes March 30, 2026 as National Doctors’ Day in Delaware.
  • Acknowledges the contributions of the Delaware Chapter of the American College of Surgeons.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Doctors and surgeons working in Delaware

Terms To Know

National Doctors’ Day
A day set aside to honor the work of physicians.
American College of Surgeons
An organization that represents and supports surgeons in the United States.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This resolution does not create any new laws or regulations.
  • It is a symbolic gesture to honor doctors and surgeons without providing financial support or changing existing policies.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-26 Delaware General Assembly

    Introduced in Senate

  2. 2026-03-26 Delaware General Assembly

    Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

  3. 2026-03-26 Delaware General Assembly

    Passed In House by Voice Vote

Official Summary Text

RECOGNIZING NATIONAL DOCTORS’ DAY ON MARCH 30, AND HONORING THE SURGEONS OF DELAWARE, INCLUDING THE DELAWARE CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, FOR THEIR LIFE-SAVING SERVICE AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO A HEALTHIER DELAWARE.
This Resolution recognizes March 30, 2026, as "National Doctors' Day" in the State of Delaware.

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SPONSOR:

Sen. Pinkney & Rep. Snyder-Hall

Sens. Cruce, Hocker, Huxtable, Mantzavinos, Pettyjohn, Seigfried, Sokola, Townsend, Walsh, Wilson; Reps. Berry, Bolden, Bush, Carson, Dukes, Harris, Hilovsky, K. Johnson, Osienski, D. Short, Kamela Smith, Yearick

DELAWARE STATE SENATE

153rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 163

RECOGNIZING NATIONAL DOCTORS’ DAY ON MARCH 30, AND HONORING THE SURGEONS OF DELAWARE, INCLUDING THE DELAWARE CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, FOR THEIR LIFE-SAVING SERVICE AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO A HEALTHIER DELAWARE.

WHEREAS, National Doctors’ Day is observed annually on March 30 to recognize the dedication, skill, and service of physicians who work tirelessly to protect and improve the health of individuals and communities; and

WHEREAS, surgeons play a uniquely critical role within the medical profession, combining advanced clinical expertise, precision, innovation, and sound judgment to perform complex procedures that save lives, restore function, and preserve quality of life; and

WHEREAS, surgeons across the State of Delaware provide care to patients in urban, suburban, and rural communities, delivering essential services in hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, trauma centers, and academic and community-based practices; and

WHEREAS, the surgeons of Delaware, including those affiliated with the Delaware Chapter of the American College of Surgeons, uphold the highest standards of surgical excellence, patient safety, ethical practice, and continuous professional development; and

WHEREAS, these surgeons contribute not only through direct patient care, but also through leadership in trauma systems, surgical education, mentorship of future physicians, research, quality improvement initiatives, and community outreach; and

WHEREAS, the work of Delaware’s surgeons strengthens families, sustains the workforce, supports economic stability, and advances public health by enabling Delawareans to live longer, healthier, and more productive lives; and

WHEREAS, the State of Delaware benefits greatly from the commitment of surgeons who respond in moments of crisis, manage chronic and acute conditions, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive, equitable, and compassionate care.

NOW, THEREFORE:

BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the 153

rd

General Assembly of the State of Delaware, the House of Representatives concurring therein, that the General Assembly hereby recognizes March 30 as National Doctors’ Day.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the General Assembly honors and celebrates the surgeons of the State of Delaware, including the members of the Delaware Chapter of the American College of Surgeons, for their extraordinary service, dedication, and leadership in saving lives, maintaining livelihoods, and advancing a healthier Delaware for all.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the General Assembly extends its deepest gratitude and appreciation to Delaware’s surgeons for their enduring commitment to excellence in care, innovation in medicine, and service to the people of this State.

SYNOPSIS

This Resolution recognizes March 30, 2026, as "National Doctors' Day" in the State of Delaware.

Author: Senator Pinkney