Posts Tagged ‘Gov John Carney’
Carney & DNREC Sign Agreements with US Wind; Caesar Rodney Institute Files Appeal
On Monday, Governor John Carney and DNREC officials signed agreements with US Wind to detail renewable energy, community and lease benefits to Delaware and its residents worth more than $128-million as US Wind builds two proposed offshore wind projects in coming years. This finalized the agreements after US Wind received needed federal and state environmental…
Read MoreGov Carney Releases Final Recommended Budget for FY 2026
Governor John Carney released his FY 2026 recommended budget on Monday. This budget, his final, focuses on investments in public education, health care and housing while adhering to sound budgeting principles that have led to a $469.2-million Budget Stabilization Fund – over and above the State’s Rainy Day Fund. Additional information from Governor Carney: “My…
Read MoreDNREC to Hold Community Information Session Tues, Sept 24 on Beach & Dune Replenishment North of Indian River Inlet
A community information session will be held by DNREC on Tuesday evening, September 24th, to discuss the upcoming dredging and beach and dune replenishment project on the north side of the Indian River Inlet. Temporary “fixes” have been undertaken to keep the ocean from breaching the dunes and flooding Route 1, but Governor Carney has…
Read MoreFlags to be Lowered for Patriot Day, September 11
By a joint resolution approved by Congress on 12/18/2001, (Public Law 107-89) September 11th of each year has been designated as “Patriot Day.” This law also directs flags be lowered to half-staff on September 11th. In concurrence with this joint resolution, Governor Carney has ordered the U. S. and Delaware flags be flown at half-staff…
Read MoreGov Carney Signs Measure to Help Eliminate Food Deserts in DE
Governor John Carney on Thursday signed Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 254 which creates the Delaware Grocery Initiative and addresses food insecurity in urban and rural food deserts. The measure will help eliminate food deserts by ensuring food is more readily available. The Delaware Grocery Initiative is a new grant program which will help…
Read MoreGov Carney Signs Legislation Naming the State Cocktail & Promoting Affordable Housing & Homeownership
Governor John Carney has signed House Bill 444 into law giving Delaware a State Cocktail! The cocktail is well known at the beach – and was perfected by The Starboard Restaurant in Dewey Beach – it’s the Orange Crush. Governor Carney says that while the drink was created in Ocean City – the Starboard put…
Read MoreGov Carney Announces 4 Judicial Nominations
Governor John Carney has announced several judicial nominations. He will nominate Thomas Pedersen to serve as Court of Common Pleas Judge in Sussex County and Candace Holmes to serve as Family Court Commissioner in Kent County. He will also renominated Family Court Judge Mardi Pyott for an additional term in Kent County and Family Court…
Read MoreApplication Period Open for Student Representative to State Board of Ed
The application period for the student seat on the State Board of Education is now open – through Monday, May 6. The first-ever student representative to the State Board of Education was appointed by Governor John Carney in 2019. He says that big decisions that impact Delaware schools are made by the BOE and it’s…
Read MoreGov Carney Joins 17 Governors in Standing in Solidarity with Israel
Governor John Carney has joined 17 governors standing in solidarity with Israel, issuing a joint letter to federal leaders to express the broad support for Israel and condemnation of terror attacks from Hamas. The governors also reaffirmed their commitment to work with the U.S. Department of State to ensure the safe return of Americans. The…
Read MoreGov Carney Tests Positive for Covid-19
From the Governor’s office: Governor John Carney tested positive for COVID-19 late Friday through an at-home antigen test, which he took after experiencing mild symptoms. Governor Carney is currently isolating per the CDC guidelines. “I’m feeling fine and will work from home,” said Governor Carney. “Also, Go Birds!”
Read MoreGov Carney Announces Major Child Care Investments & Initiatives
Child care policies are a priority for Governor John Carney this year – as he stated in his State of the State address last week. Today the Governor announced his administration’s priorities and investments for child care for the coming year which will support, enhance and expand child care quality and access. This includes investing…
Read MoreGov John Carney Announces Raises for Delaware Teachers & Investments in Education
In advance of this week’s State of the State and next week’s budget release, Delaware Governor John Carney has announced significant investments in public education statewide. These investments will be included in the FY 2024 budget – and include a 3% raise for all working in public education and up to a 9% raise for…
Read MoreGov Carney Extends Public Health Emergency Another 30 Days
Governor John Carney has formally extended the Public Health Emergency for another 30 days. The Governor says that Covid-19 cases peak in January. This extension allows the State of Delaware and medical providers to continue Covid-19 vaccination and testing programs. Under Delaware law, a public health emergency declaration must be renewed every 30 days.
Read MoreDE Public Health Emergency Extended Another 30 Days
Governor John Carney has again extended the Public Health Emergency for another 30 days to allow the State and medical providers to continue COVID-19 vaccination and testing programs. Governor Carney says that with the start of the holiday season it’s important to do what we know works – stay home if you’re sick, get vaccinated…
Read MoreGov John Carney Nominates Two for Family Court Reappointments
Governor John Carney has nominated Judge Peter B. Jones for reappointment to the Family Court in Sussex County. Jones has served on the Family Court since 2018. Commissioner Emily A. Farley has been renominated for reappointment as a Commissioner for the Family Court in Kent County. She has served as a Commissioner in Dover since…
Read MoreGov Carney Issues Limited State of Emergency for Kent County Due to Barge Fire in Delaware Bay
Update, Wednesday morning: A fire on a barge being towed up the Delaware River with a cargo of scrap metal and old appliances has been extinguished.According to the U.S. Coast Guard, Northstar Environmental and Marine Services has been contracted to assess the integrity of the vessel and to manage salvage operations. A 500-yard safety zone…
Read MoreGov Carney to Deliver State of the State Thursday, Jan 20
Delaware Governor John Carney will deliver his 2022 State of the State address at 2pm on Thursday, January 20. Gov Carney will speak from the House Chamber in Legislative Hall in Dover. His address will be live-streamed on Governor Carney’s Facebook page, YouTube and de.gov/sots. The Delaware General Assembly will convene in a Joint Session…
Read MoreGov Carney Issues State of Emergency Declaration to Combat Winter Surge of Coronavirus & Hospitalizations
Governor John Carney on Monday issued a new State of Emergency (SOE) declaration, effective today, January 3, 2022, to combat the winter surge of COVID-19 and hospitalizations. Click here to read the full text of Governor Carney’s State of Emergency declaration. “We still face a very serious situation with COVID-19 in Delaware, especially in our hospital…
Read MoreDE Public Health Emergency Order Extended Another 30 Days
Governor John Carney on Friday formally extended the Public Health Emergency order another 30 days to allow the State of Delaware and medical providers to continue COVID-19 vaccination and testing programs, and issued the following statement: “We’ve made a lot of progress in getting folks vaccinated, but we still have a lot of work to do,” said Governor Carney.…
Read MoreGov. Carney Signs SB 15 to Increase DE’s Minimum Wage
Alongside labor leaders, advocates and members of the General Assembly on Monday, Governor John Carney signed legislation to gradually increase Delaware’s minimum wage to $15. “Delawareans who go to work full time shouldn’t be living in poverty,” said Governor Carney. “I am proud to sign Senate Bill 15 today, gradually increasing the minimum wage to $15. Thank you…
Read MoreGov Carney Signs 29th Modification to Coronavirus State of Emergency; State Employees – Keep Masks Handy!
Governor John Carney on Tuesday signed the 29th modification to the COVID-19 State of Emergency declaration, eliminating social distancing requirements and removing Delaware’s mask mandate effective May 21. Delawareans, visitors, and Delaware businesses should follow social distancing and masking guidance for fully vaccinated individuals issued last week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Unvaccinated Delawareans…
Read MoreGov Carney Issues 10th Revision to Emergency Order – Deals with Masks, Sports, Outdoor Eating and Cleaning & Disinfecting
Governor John Carney has issued the 10th revision to the COVID-19 emergency order, easing outdoor table size restrictions in restaurants and suspending Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA) masking regulations to ensure consistency with the Governor’s emergency orders and guidance from the Division of Public Health (DPH) – effective at 8am Wednesday. Click here to read the 10th…
Read MoreGov Announces Trauma Awareness Month Beginning May 1
Governor John Carney on Monday announced May 2021 as the third annual Trauma Awareness Month to recognize efforts of trauma-informed practices across the State of Delaware. This year, Trauma Awareness Month includes a series of educational webinars and recognition of the Compassionate Champion Awards recipients. Trauma Awareness Month is co-sponsored by the Family Services Cabinet Council (FSCC) and Trauma Matters Delaware (TMD). …
Read MoreGovernor John Carney Makes Judicial Nominations, Including First Woman Nominee for Chancellor of DE Court of Chancery
Governor John Carney on Friday announced a series of judicial nominations, which will be sent to the Delaware Senate for consideration: Vice Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick will be nominated as Chancellor of the Delaware Court of Chancery. McCormick would be the first woman to serve as Chancellor and would replace Chancellor Andre Bouchard, who is retiring. McCormick…
Read MoreGov Carney & DSHA Announce Reopening of COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program
Joined by U.S. Sen. Tom Carper and U.S. Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester, Governor John Carney and Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) Director Anas Ben Addi on Friday announced the reopening of the Delaware Housing Assistance Program (DEHAP), which provides financial assistance for renters affected by COVID-19. Landlords and tenants can apply for assistance beginning Monday, March 22,…
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