Day of Service to End Domestic Violence

Summary#

HCR 156 is a Delaware House concurrent resolution; it does not amend an existing law. It designates September 26, 2026, as “GFWC International Day of Service United to End Domestic and Sexual Violence,” with the stated goal of recognizing service aimed at helping end domestic and sexual violence. The supplied status says it passed the House, but does not show Senate concurrence; the designated date has passed.

  • The resolution names a day of recognition in Delaware.
  • It does not require the state, GFWC, or anyone else to hold an event or provide services.
  • It creates no new office, program, benefit, penalty, or enforcement power.

What it means for you#

  • Delaware residents and public agencies: The resolution does not require you or state agencies to take any action.
  • GFWC clubs and service organizations: The resolution recognizes the designated day, but does not require clubs to participate, register, or provide support.
  • People affected by domestic or sexual violence: It does not create or change services, eligibility, or other legal rights.

Money#

No publicly available information on costs is included in the supplied material.

  • The resolution does not authorize spending, staff, fees, or grants.

What is unclear#

  • Whether the Senate also adopted the resolution is not shown in the supplied status.
  • The resolution does not specify any state-sponsored event, agency role, or follow-up action.
  • It does not say whether or how GFWC activities would be coordinated with shelters or service organizations.

Case for#

  • The resolution recognizes volunteer efforts connected to domestic and sexual violence.
  • A named day could provide a shared occasion for GFWC clubs to focus service activities on the issue.
  • The text describes possible support for shelters, service organizations, survivors, and families, without requiring participation.

Case against#

  • The resolution does not provide services or resources for survivors; its effect is recognition rather than a practical service change.
  • It does not set out any state action or measure of whether the designation leads to additional support.
  • The designated date has passed, and the supplied material does not show whether the Senate adopted the resolution.