Posts Tagged ‘Delaware State Senate’
Christen Linke Young Confirmed by Delaware State Senate as DHSS Secretary
Governor Matt Meyer congratulated Christen Linke Young on her confirmation by the Delaware State Senate as Secretary of the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS). Following her confirmation vote, Young was formally sworn in during a ceremony at Legislative Hall in Dover. Governor Meyer said she will chart a path toward a stronger,…
Read MoreUPDATE: Governor Meyer Signs Bipartisan Bill Establishing Office of the Inspector General
UPDATE 8/14/25: Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed Senate Bill 4, creating a non‑partisan, independent Office of the Inspector General (OIG). Governor Meyer said this office will strengthen public trust by guaranteeing that Delaware’s government operates with the highest standards of integrity and transparency. Delaware joins the majority of U.S. states in establishing an independent Inspector…
Read MoreDelaware State Senate Passes the Transfer on Death Act
The Delaware State Senate this week passed the Transfer on Death Act (TODA) 21-0. The Transfer on Death Act introduces non-probate transfer of real estate, which gives real property owners the ability to designate individuals as beneficiaries upon the owner’s passing. The person named to receive the property wouldn’t have any legal ownership until the…
Read MoreTwo Bills Protecting Families & Strengthening Safeguards Against Sexual Extortion Pass State Senate
Two bill sponsored by State Senator Brian Pettyjohn have passed in the State Senate – both with unanimous support. Senate Substitute 1 for SB 142 enhances Delaware law regarding sexual extortion by upgrading it to a class B felony in cases involving children or vulnerable adults who suffer serious injury or death. It also requires…
Read MoreGovernor Meyer Announces Nominees to Hospital Cost Review Board
Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer announced his nominees to the Diamond State Hospital Cost Review Board: Dr. Thomas Sweeney, a distinguished emergency medicine physician and healthcare leader, and Gary Ferguson, a seasoned healthcare executive with more than four decades of leadership experience in health system operations, medical administration, and public health planning. These nominations will…
Read MoreFinal Round of Governor Meyer’s Cabinet Nominees Confirmed by State Senate
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer’s final slate of cabinet nominees have been confirmed by the Delaware State Senate, including the Delaware National Guard, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Technology and Information, the Department of Health and Social Services, the Department of Labor, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, and the Department of…
Read MoreSecond Round Of Governor Meyer’s Cabinet Nominees Confirmed By State Senate
Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer’s second slate of cabinet nominees were confirmed by the Delaware State Senate, including the Department of Correction, the Delaware State Housing Authority, and the Department of Education. Governor Matt Meyer says improving education, housing, and public safety are no small feats, but this team is ready to get to work…
Read MoreDelaware State Senate Confirms Six of Governor Meyer’s Cabinet Nominees
The Delaware State Senate have confirmed the first six nominees for Governor Matt Meyer’s cabinet. LIST OF CONFIRMED CABINET MEMBERS: Charuni Patibanda-Sanchez – Secretary of State Michael Smith – Secretary of the Department of Finance Brian Maxwell – Director of the Office of Management and Budget Yvonne Anders Gordon – Secretary of the Department of…
Read MoreUPDATE: DE Senate’s Vote to Confirm Governor Carney’s State Housing Authority Nomination
Updated 3/13/24: Governor John Carney today issued the following statement on the State Senate’s vote to confirm his nomination of Cynthia Karnai to serve as Director of the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA). Here is his statement: “Thank you to the members of the Delaware Senate for their votes confirming Cynthia Karnai as Director of the…
Read MoreDE State Senate Passes Bills to Protect Pets from Domestic Abuse
Two pieces of a three-part package of legislation has passed in the State Senate – both with a unanimous vote. These measures include animal welfare into Delaware’s existing protections against domestic violence. Senate Bill 70 adds several actions against a companion or service animal to the definition of abuse for Protection From Abuse (PFA) proceedings.…
Read MoreTwo Family Court Judges Confirmed by DE State Senate
The Delaware State Senate met in special session this afternoon to consider judicial nominations made by Governor John Carney. The Senate voted to confirm the reappointment of Judge Peter B. Jones to serve on the Family Court in Sussex County and Commissioner Emily A. Farley to serve as a Commissioner for the Family Court in…
Read MoreSame-Day Voter Registration Bill Goes To Del. Governor
Legislation to allow Delawareans to register at the polls to vote on election days is on its way to Governor John Carney.The Delaware State Senate voted 14-7 Wednesday in favor of House Substitute 1 for House Bill 25 that does away with the previous deadline to register to vote – the fourth Saturday before the…
Read MoreUpdate: More Gun Bills Advance In Del. General Assembly
The Delaware State Senate has given final legislative approval to three gun-related bills, following a push by Democratic leaders and Governor John Carney just a few weeks ago. Two other gun bills have also been approved and sent to the House for consideration. “Today was a victory for the vast majority of Delawareans who demanded…
Read MoreDel. Senate Advances Tax Relief Bills For Retired Military, Active Fire-EMS
Thousands of retired military service members and Delaware first responders could get relief on their taxes. One measure passed by the State Senate Tuesday would exclude up to $12,500 worth of military pension income from state tax calculations for all retired service members, regardless of age, starting in 2023. “Our nation’s retired service members, each…
Read MoreDel. State Senate Passes Family & Medical Leave Package
In a 14-7 party line vote, the State Senate has approved legislation to require that paid family and medical leave be offered by the private sector in DelawareWhat’s called the Healthy Delaware Families Act would grant eligible full-time employees up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave a year and up to six weeks of…
Read MoreTrial Date For Del. State Auditor McGuiness Set In May ’22
Delaware State Auditor Kathy McGuiness will have her day in court in May 2022. McGuiness was indicted last month on corruption-related charges, and has pled not guilty. The trial date was set following a private conference this week, presuming there is not a plea deal. McGuiness also will retain the services of attorney Steve Wood…
Read MoreDel. Senate Goes Back To Session Tue. – Here’s Why
The Delaware State Senate is set to reconvene next Tuesday to consider a House Concurrent Resolution (HCR42). The House voted along party lines Monday to pass the measure, which seeks State Supreme Court guidance in cases where elected officials face indictments. The Senate had passed a similar resolution (SCR63), but by the time the House…
Read MoreLawmakers Consider Possible Action In Case Of Indicted State Auditor
Delaware lawmakers Monday discussed the possibility of taking action in the case of indicted State Auditor Kathy McGuiness. During the special session on redistricting, the Senate passed a resolution (SCR 63) to seek an advisory opinion from the Delaware Supreme Court on what circumstances, including indictment, warrant legislative action to remove a public official. It…
Read MoreDel. Redistricting Heads Down The Home Stretch
The complicated task of redrawing legislative districts every ten years following the U.S. Census is nearing its close in Delaware. The State Senate and the State House are meeting today (Monday) in a special session devoted to redistricting. The Senate is scheduled to go into session at noon, and the House would follow at 2:00…
Read MoreDel. House Releases Legislative District Maps, With A Few Changes
Final maps of 41 Delaware House of Representative districts have been released, days before the General Assembly meets in a special redistricting session to vote on House and Senate district maps in one combined bill. The maps can be viewed at : https://legis.delaware.gov/Redistricting/2022FinalHouseDistricts. The special session will take place Monday at Legislative Hall in Dover. If…
Read MoreDel. House District Maps Released
New proposed maps for Delaware’s 41 State House districts have been released. The maps are redrawn every ten years following the Census. House leaders said Wednesday that numerous requirements were followed to get to this point: each district should be relatively similar in population and be contiguous while observing natural or political boundaries. The House…
Read MoreUpdate: Del. State Senate Confirms 9 Nominations From Gov. Carney
Update: The State Senate confirmed nine of Governor John Carney’s nominees to judgeships, boards and commissions Wednesday afternoon. Carney said he appreciates the Senate’s careful consideration, and is confident each nominee has the good judgement and experience necessary to serve. Theresa Hayes will serve as a Judge on Family Court in Sussex County. Kristine Kellenbenz…
Read MoreGov. Carney Submits Nomination For New Secretary Of Education
Governor John Carney has nominated a former superintendent of the Brandywine School District to become Delaware’s next Secretary of Education. If confirmed by the State Senate, Dr. Mark Holodick would replace Dr. Susan Bunting. Bunting was superintendent of the Indian River School District before joining the Carney administration in 2017. She plans to step down…
Read MoreDel. House Passes Minimum Wage Increase
After a series of failed amendments, the Delaware House of Representatives Thursday gave final legislative approval to an increase in Delaware’s minimum wage, to be phased in over several years until it reaches $15 an hour in 2025. The vote on Senate Bill 15 was 26-15. The minimum wage would rise to $10.50 per hour…
Read MoreDel. Bill Supports Collective Bargaining For Delmar Police
Delmar Police deserve an opportunity to collectively bargain for better pay and safer working conditions, according to the sponsor of legislation that would clear the way for them to unionize. A bill introduced in the State Senate (SB 181) would clarify that the Town of Delmar is a public employer under the Delaware Police Officers…
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