HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

152nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 20

RECOGNIZING JUNE 29, 2023, AS "STAFF APPRECIATION DAY" IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

WHEREAS, without the enthusiastic and devoted staff of the Delaware House of Representatives, Legislative Hall would not function smoothly or efficiently; and

WHEREAS, even in the midst of long and hectic session days, our dedicated legislative staff members are always willing to take special pains to assist the legislators and serve the citizens of Delaware; and

WHEREAS, our legislative staff often manages difficult work and must multi-task with skill, acumen, and optimism, providing necessary support without complaint; and

WHEREAS, our legislative employees, including full-time staff, pages, secretaries, legal staff, and podium staff, form the backbone of this distinguished institution; and

WHEREAS, our legislative staff is such an integral part of the legislative process that even this Resolution would not be possible without the staff members.

WHEREAS, during the COVID-19 pandemic, legislative staff revolutionized the legislative process to ensure that the legislature could operate productively while keeping our members, staff, and the public safe; and

WHEREAS, during the greatest period of need in our State's recent history, legislative staff served constituents with unwavering support and dedication.

NOW, THEREFORE:

BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the 152nd General Assembly of the State of Delaware that we hereby recognize June 29, 2023, as “Staff Appreciation Day”, acknowledging the invaluable contributions of our legislative staff and extending the deepest, sincerest gratitude for all of their hard work and commitment.

SYNOPSIS

This Resolution recognizes Thursday, June 29, 2023, as “Staff Appreciation Day” in the House of Representatives.