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Senator introduces bill to designate June 11 as Puerto Rico Day in Delaware
Summary
Senator Lachman presented House Bill 290 to designate June 11 as Puerto Rico Day, describing the measure as ceremonial with no fiscal cost and citing Delaware’s Puerto Rican community of roughly 30,000 residents. Committee members offered co-sponsorship; no vote was taken.
Senator Lachman introduced House Bill 290 on behalf of communities on Delaware’s west side, proposing that June 11 be observed each year as Puerto Rico Day in the state. "This is really just ceremonial designed to recognize and honor the heritage of our fellow Delawareans," he said, adding the bill carries no fiscal note and does not create a state holiday or day off.
Lachman framed the measure as recognition of a growing Puerto Rican population, noting "approximately 2.5% of our residents and over 30,000 individuals" with Puerto Rican heritage. Committee members responded positively; several offered to be listed as co-sponsors and exchanged brief statements celebrating cultural contributions.
The bill was presented without amendments and there was no formal vote during the committee meeting. The committee chair moved the meeting along to other business after the presentation. If advanced, the proposal would be a ceremonial designation meant to encourage statewide observances and recognition of Puerto Rican heritage and community contributions.
