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DESIGNATING MAY 18-24, 2026 AS “NATIONAL MYOPIA AWARENESS WEEK” IN DELAWARE.

DE · session 153 · Senate · resolution

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Introduced May 19, 2026

Latest action (May 19, 2026) Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT

Summary

This Senate Resolution designates May 19-24, 2026, as "National Myopia Awareness Week" in Delaware. The resolution raises public awareness about myopia, which is identified as the leading cause of visual impairment. The designation supports the Delaware School Nurse Association's Myopia Prevention Campaign efforts to educate the public about myopia prevention and management. Senate resolutions are ceremonial measures that do not create law or binding requirements. The resolution recognizes a week dedicated to educating Delawareans about myopia and prevention strategies.

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Official abstract

This resolution designates May 19-24, 2026, as “National Myopia Awareness Week” in Delaware to raise awareness about myopia, the leading cause of visual impairment, and the Delaware School Nurse Association’s Myopia Prevention Campaign.

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Action history (2)

  1. May 19, 2026 Introduced in Senate · upper
  2. May 19, 2026 Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT · upper

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