DE HCR57This bill designates the week of May 18th to May 24th, 2025, as Delaware Grown Week. The purpose is to celebrate and promote local agriculture and products grown in Delaware. It aims to raise awareness about the importance of supporting local farmers and businesses.
DE HCR57 is a house bill in the Delaware 153rd General Assembly, sponsored by Lyndon Yearick (R), currently “Engrossed” since May 21, 2025.
We track 1,296 Delaware bills this session, 14 of them sponsored by Lyndon Yearick.
The key recorded vote (House, May 21, 2025) ended 0–0 and passed.
Supporters of this bill would highlight the importance of recognizing and celebrating Delaware's agricultural community. They would frame Delaware Grown Week as an opportunity to encourage residents to buy local, fostering a sense of pride in homegrown products and contributing to the state's economy.
Critics might argue that proclaiming a specific week as Delaware Grown Week is a symbolic gesture that does little to address the real challenges faced by local farmers. They may also contend that it diverts attention from more pressing agricultural issues that require legislative action and support.
Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.
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What does DE HCR57 do?
This bill designates the week of May 18th to May 24th, 2025, as Delaware Grown Week. The purpose is to celebrate and promote local agriculture and products grown in Delaware. It aims to raise awareness about the importance of supporting local farmers and businesses.
How did the vote on DE HCR57 go?
The key recorded vote (House, May 21, 2025) ended 0–0 and passed.
What is the status of DE HCR57?
DE HCR57 is currently “Engrossed” in the Delaware legislature.
Who sponsored DE HCR57?
Lyndon Yearick (R) sponsored DE HCR57.
