Posts tagged with “publicsafety”
- Capitol Police Recognizes Officers for Outstanding AchievementsDelaware Capitol Police were recognized for their quick thinking and acts of bravery during the New Castle County Courthouse shooting incident. May 20, 2013
- Traffic Safety News – Click It or TicketIt’s that time of year again. This year marks the 13th year that the Office of Highway Safety has teamed up with Delaware Law Enforcement Agencies to educate the public and enforce the seat belt law during the annual Click It or Ticket Campaign. Read on what you must do to stay safe by using your seat belt.May 14, 2013
- Governor Signs Gun Background Check BillSurrounded by law enforcement, advocates for gun safety and lawmakers from both parties, Governor Jack Markell signed House Bill 35, the most significant piece of gun safety legislation in Delaware in decades.
May 8, 2013
- Large-Capacity Magazine Bill Clears Administration CommitteeLegislation restricting the sale and use of large-capacity magazines capable of firing dozens of rounds cleared a House committee Wednesday, May 1. May 2, 2013
- Lt. Joe Szczerba Honored Posthumously with Congressional Badge of BraveryU.S. Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons, U.S. Congressman John Carney, and U.S. Attorney Charles M. Oberly, III, presented the family of fallen Officer Joseph L. Szczerba with the Congressional Badge of Bravery Award.April 22, 2013
- Delaware Senate Passes Gun Background Check BillFollowing the passage of House Bill 35 by the Delaware Senate by a 13-8 margin, Governor Jack Markell thanked members of the General Assembly for their leadership in passing the most significant piece of gun safety legislation in Delaware in decades.April 18, 2013
- Delaware Senate Confirms Governor Markell’s Two Cabinet NominationsThe Delaware Senate confirmed the nomination of recently retired Delaware State Police Superintendent Colonel Robert Coupe as Commissioner of Correction and attorney and former Education Policy Advisor Jennifer Ranji as Secretary of the State Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families.March 13, 2013
- Former Congressman and Governor Mike Castle Joins Governor Markell, Lt. Gov. Denn and AG Biden to Unveil Background Check BillJoined by former Congressman and Governor Mike Castle and members of Delaware’s law enforcement community, Governor Jack Markell, Lt. Gov. Matt Denn, Attorney General Beau Biden today unveiled legislation to require background checks for virtually all gun sales, with a few limited exceptions.March 6, 2013
- Governor Markell, Lt. Gov. Denn, AG Biden Unveil Bill to Require Reporting of Lost, Stolen FirearmsGovernor Jack Markell today joined Lt. Gov. Matt Denn and Attorney General Beau Biden to unveil legislation that would require gun owners to notify police whenever their firearms are lost or stolen.February 20, 2013
- Governor’s Weekly Message: Finding Hope in the Wake of Tragedies"There is hope in knowing our neighbors care for us, whether accompanying a friend with a court hearing or offering solace and friendship in the wake of a loss. In the end, goodness prevails," said Governor Markell.February 15, 2013
