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Governor Bans the Box for Delaware Public Employees

Emphasizing that one of the best predictors of whether ex-offenders will commit more crimes is whether they have a job, Governor Markell signed legislation to prohibit public employers from inquiring into an applicant’s criminal record before their first interview.



Governor, Legislators Propose Doubling R&D Tax Credit for Small Businesses

Having made fostering innovation a key part of his agenda to fulfill Delaware’s potential, Governor Markell joined a bipartisan group of legislators in pushing to double the research and development tax credit available to small businesses.



Governor’s Weekly Message: Believing in the Abilities of Others

In his weekly message, Governor Markell addresses the value in recognizing the unique strengths and abilities of individuals.



Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Believing in the Abilities of Others

Reaching our potential as a state requires we believe in the abilities of others. That was the theme of this year’s annual Governor’s Prayer Breakfast – one of our state’s most significant gatherings of community leaders, where we were inspired by remarks from Dr. Anthony Glenn, head of the Delaware Foundation Reaching Citizens with Intellectual Disabilities.



Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to offer 16 special events during July 2014

Programs to be held at the state of Delaware’s six museums. Independence Day festivities, hands-on history and DeBraak tours to be featured.






 Pages Tagged With: "quality of life"

Governor Bans the Box for Delaware Public Employees

Emphasizing that one of the best predictors of whether ex-offenders will commit more crimes is whether they have a job, Governor Markell signed legislation to prohibit public employers from inquiring into an applicant’s criminal record before their first interview.



Governor, Legislators Propose Doubling R&D Tax Credit for Small Businesses

Having made fostering innovation a key part of his agenda to fulfill Delaware’s potential, Governor Markell joined a bipartisan group of legislators in pushing to double the research and development tax credit available to small businesses.



Governor’s Weekly Message: Believing in the Abilities of Others

In his weekly message, Governor Markell addresses the value in recognizing the unique strengths and abilities of individuals.



Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Believing in the Abilities of Others

Reaching our potential as a state requires we believe in the abilities of others. That was the theme of this year’s annual Governor’s Prayer Breakfast – one of our state’s most significant gatherings of community leaders, where we were inspired by remarks from Dr. Anthony Glenn, head of the Delaware Foundation Reaching Citizens with Intellectual Disabilities.



Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to offer 16 special events during July 2014

Programs to be held at the state of Delaware’s six museums. Independence Day festivities, hands-on history and DeBraak tours to be featured.