Recognizing May 22, 2025, As Stop The Bleed Day In The State Of Delaware.
Summary
SCR 81 is a nonbinding Senate Concurrent Resolution that designates May 22, 2025, as “Stop the Bleed Day” in Delaware. The resolution explains the purpose of the national Stop the Bleed campaign, which was developed by the American College of Surgeons to teach members of the public how to control severe bleeding in emergencies before first responders arrive. It emphasizes that uncontrolled bleeding is a leading preventable cause of death in trauma cases and that quick action by bystanders can save lives.
The resolution encourages Delawareans to learn bleeding-control techniques and participate in awareness and training efforts. It also highlights the use of trauma kits containing items such as tourniquets, wound dressings, and hemostatic agents, and notes that such kits can be placed in public spaces similarly to AEDs. The measure is primarily commemorative and educational, aimed at promoting public preparedness and community resilience rather than creating a new regulatory program.
Impact
SCR 81 does not amend the Delaware Code or create enforceable duties, penalties, or funding requirements. Its legal effect is limited to formally recognizing a specific awareness day and expressing legislative support for public education on hemorrhage control. The practical impact is to elevate visibility for Stop the Bleed training among residents, schools, health organizations, and public safety partners, while reinforcing existing trauma-prevention and emergency-response outreach efforts.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution appears strongly positive and noncontroversial. The bill passed Senate third reading unanimously, 17-0, indicating broad bipartisan support for the public health and safety message. The resolution’s language frames the initiative as lifesaving, community-oriented, and consistent with efforts to improve emergency preparedness.
Contention
No notable substantive opposition appears in the available record. Because the measure is a ceremonial resolution focused on awareness and training, there is little evidence of disagreement over policy details, implementation, or cost. Any discussion implied by the text centers on public health promotion and the value of equipping ordinary citizens to respond to bleeding emergencies, rather than on contested legal changes.