Delaware · 153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) · Resolution
SR 16: EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF LIFE, AFFIRMING THE RULE OF LAW, RECOGNIZING THE CHALLENGING AND DANGEROUS CONDITIONS FACED BY FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT, AND CALLING FOR FACT-BASED REVIEW AND ACCOUNTABILITY.
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Plain-language summary
SR 16 is a resolution introduced in the Delaware Senate on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF LIFE, AFFIRMING THE RULE OF LAW, RECOGNIZING THE CHALLENGING AND DANGEROUS CONDITIONS FACED BY FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT, AND CALLING FOR FACT-BASED REVIEW AND ACCOUNTABILITY. Primary sponsor: Gerald Hocker (Republican). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2026): Defeated By Senate. Votes: 6 YES 14 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
This resolution acknowledges the tragedy of loss of life, affirms the importance of peaceful protest, and recognizes the challenging conditions faced during law enforcement operations. It emphasizes respect for due process and the need for a careful, fact-based review of events.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerald Hocker | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
| Eric Buckson | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 16 |
| Dave Lawson | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 15 |
| Brian Pettyjohn | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 19 |
| Bryant Richardson | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Dave Wilson | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Defeated By Senate. Votes: 6 YES 14 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT
- Introduced in Senate