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Committee backs ceremonial recognition of Diwali day in Delaware

Delaware Senate Elections & Government Affairs Committee · April 15, 2026

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Summary

Sponsors asked the Senate Elections & Government Affairs Committee to designate Diwali as an annual ceremonial day in Delaware; committee members praised the idea and several asked to be added as co-sponsors. The measure is purely ceremonial and places no obligations on state employees.

A sponsor introduced a proposal to designate Diwali as a ceremonial day to be commemorated annually in Delaware. The presenter described the measure as straightforward and ceremonial.

"We all know what Diwali is. We participate in Diwali every year," the presenter said, noting the bill simply recognizes the holiday and does not require state employees to take action.

Committee members applauded the proposal and multiple senators asked to be added as co‑sponsors. The transcript records praise and a quick passage through the agenda; no fiscal or operational changes were described.