S.J.Res.9

Designating August 31, 2025, As "international Overdose Awareness Day" In The State Of Delaware And Requiring The State Flag To Be Flown At Half-staff In Observance.

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Designates August 31, 2025, as International Overdose Awareness Day in Delaware and requires the state flag to be flown at half-staff.

Delaware SJR9 designates August 31, 2025, as International Overdose Awareness Day and requires the state flag to be flown at half-staff at state facilities. The resolution acknowledges the impact of the opioid epidemic, noting a decline in overdose deaths but an increase in polysubstance use and synthetic opioids. It encourages local governments, businesses, and individuals to join in lowering the state flag to half-staff in observance. The resolution also highlights the risks associated with polydrug use and the presence of veterinary sedatives in the drug supply.

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Roll Call Votes

39 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Jun 18, 2025

3:00 PM

Administration

Jun 11, 2025

3:00 PM

Elections & Government Affairs

History

Jul 21, 2025

Signed by Governor

Jun 25, 2025

House

Passed By House. Votes: 39 YES 1 ABSENT 1 VACANT

Jun 18, 2025

House

Reported Out of Committee (Administration) in House with 4 On Its Merits