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  Category: Office of the Governor


Governor Markell Orders Flags Lowered

Flag Status | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Governor Markell has ordered the American and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities be lowered to half-staff as a mark of respect for the victims of the shooting that took place on July 16, 2015 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.




Governor’s Weekly Message: Growing a Stronger Economy by Supporting Local Farmers

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, July 17, 2015

Governor Markell highlights Local Produce Week and the significant impact the agricultural industry has on Delaware’s economy.




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Growing a Stronger Economy by Supporting Local Farmers

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, July 17, 2015

The summer months are prime time for some of Delaware’s most delicious, farm-fresh bounty: from blueberries and sweet corn to peaches and watermelon. And with more than 220 farm families in our state growing produce, the options for what to enjoy and where to get it are plentiful, as evidenced by the four and a […]




Governor Statement on Campaign Finance Decision Affirming Constitutionality of Election Disclosure Law

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2015

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit issued an opinion affirming the constitutionality of the Delaware Elections Disclosure Act, which was proposed and signed by Governor Markell in 2012.




Governor Vetoes Opt-Out Bill, Signs Legislation to Reduce Testing for All Students

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2015

Governor Markell announced that he has vetoed House Bill 50, which would allow for any student to be opted-out of any state or district assessment, while he signed Senate Joint Resolution 2, which aims to eliminate unnecessary, ineffective, or redundant tests required by the state, districts, and individual schools.







  Category: Office of the Governor

Governor Markell Orders Flags Lowered

Flag Status | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Governor Markell has ordered the American and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities be lowered to half-staff as a mark of respect for the victims of the shooting that took place on July 16, 2015 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.




Governor’s Weekly Message: Growing a Stronger Economy by Supporting Local Farmers

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, July 17, 2015

Governor Markell highlights Local Produce Week and the significant impact the agricultural industry has on Delaware’s economy.




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Growing a Stronger Economy by Supporting Local Farmers

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, July 17, 2015

The summer months are prime time for some of Delaware’s most delicious, farm-fresh bounty: from blueberries and sweet corn to peaches and watermelon. And with more than 220 farm families in our state growing produce, the options for what to enjoy and where to get it are plentiful, as evidenced by the four and a […]




Governor Statement on Campaign Finance Decision Affirming Constitutionality of Election Disclosure Law

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2015

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit issued an opinion affirming the constitutionality of the Delaware Elections Disclosure Act, which was proposed and signed by Governor Markell in 2012.




Governor Vetoes Opt-Out Bill, Signs Legislation to Reduce Testing for All Students

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2015

Governor Markell announced that he has vetoed House Bill 50, which would allow for any student to be opted-out of any state or district assessment, while he signed Senate Joint Resolution 2, which aims to eliminate unnecessary, ineffective, or redundant tests required by the state, districts, and individual schools.