DE HCR149

Designating June 12, 2026, As “loving Day” In The State Of Delaware.

Enrolled House Cyndie Romer (D)
Plain English Summary

This bill designates June 12, 2026, as Loving Day in Delaware. Loving Day celebrates the landmark Supreme Court case Loving v. Virginia, which struck down laws banning interracial marriage. The designation aims to promote awareness of racial equality and the importance of love across different backgrounds.

At a Glance

DE HCR149 is a house bill in the Delaware 153rd General Assembly, sponsored by Cyndie Romer (D), currently “Enrolled” since June 24, 2026.

We track 1,296 Delaware bills this session, 31 of them sponsored by Cyndie Romer.

The key recorded vote (Senate, June 24, 2026) ended 20–0 and did not pass.

Supporters Say

Supporters of the bill would highlight the significance of Loving Day as a celebration of love and equality, emphasizing its role in promoting diversity and inclusion. They would argue that recognizing this day reinforces Delaware's commitment to civil rights and fosters a more united community.

Critics Say

Critics might contend that designating a specific day for Loving Day could be seen as unnecessary or divisive, suggesting that it may draw attention to racial issues that some believe should be addressed in broader contexts. They could argue that the focus on a single day might overshadow ongoing challenges related to racial equality.

Legislative Votes
Senate Third Reading
Senate · Jun 24, 2026
Failed
20
YEA
0
NAY
1
NOT VOTING
Senate Third Reading
Senate · Jun 24, 2026
Passed
21
YEA
0
NAY
House Third Reading
House · Jun 23, 2026
Passed
0
YEA
0
NAY

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.

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About This Analysis

This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Delaware General Assembly. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.

Frequently Asked Questions
What does DE HCR149 do?

This bill designates June 12, 2026, as Loving Day in Delaware. Loving Day celebrates the landmark Supreme Court case Loving v. Virginia, which struck down laws banning interracial marriage. The designation aims to promote awareness of racial equality and the importance of love across different backgrounds.

How did the vote on DE HCR149 go?

The key recorded vote (Senate, June 24, 2026) ended 20–0 and did not pass.

What is the status of DE HCR149?

DE HCR149 is currently “Enrolled” in the Delaware legislature.

Who sponsored DE HCR149?

Cyndie Romer (D) sponsored DE HCR149.