Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No material direct effect on environment
Risks
- No material direct effect on environment
StateDelawareEnacted
SJR 18: DESIGNATING AUGUST 31, 2026, AS "INTERNATIONAL OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE AND REQUIRING THE STATE FLAG TO BE FLOWN AT HALF-STAFF IN OBSERVANCE.
Stephanie Hansen
SJR 18 status: Enacted — Signed by Governor (updated Jul 23, 2026).
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OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Overall Score
80OUT OF 100
Score:80/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Low Impact 10/100
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Constitutionality100%
Bipartisan85%
Public opinion80%
Bill summary
This is a symbolic resolution that mandates a single-day state observance and flag protocol without regulatory or fiscal substance.
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No material direct effect on economy
Risks
- No material direct effect on economy
Society
Positive outlook
70%
Benefits
- Increases public visibility for overdose prevention
- Acknowledges the impact of substance abuse on Delaware families
Risks
- Symbolic gesture without tangible health policy changes
Technology Industry
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Civic Accountability
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Public Health & Safety
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OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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Source note
Resolution does not allocate funding or resources for overdose prevention services
Analysis scope
Analysis based on provided abstract summary only
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Where it stands
Official recordSigned by Governor
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- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorComplete
- EnactedComplete
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