Governor Matt Meyer Issues Statement on Retirement of Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola
Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, January 15, 2026
Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, January 15, 2026

DOVER— Governor Matt Meyer today released the following statement in response to Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola’s announcement that he will not seek reelection:
“Senator Dave Sokola is a leader whose steady presence and thoughtful approach have helped shape public service in our state for a generation. He leads with heart as much as with principle, and I never doubt his sincerity, his respect for this institution, or his deep care for the people we both serve. He brings a quiet strength to his work that steadies the room, and a conviction that reminds all of us why we chose to serve.
“As he prepares to close this chapter, Dave leaves more than a record of legislation — he leaves an enduring example of what it means to lead with integrity, humility, and grace.
“I look forward to a productive session ahead and to working with Dave for one more year to bring a new, fair public education funding formula across the finish line for the students and families of Delaware. Our state is stronger because of his voice, his judgment, and his spirit.”
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Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, January 15, 2026

DOVER— Governor Matt Meyer today released the following statement in response to Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola’s announcement that he will not seek reelection:
“Senator Dave Sokola is a leader whose steady presence and thoughtful approach have helped shape public service in our state for a generation. He leads with heart as much as with principle, and I never doubt his sincerity, his respect for this institution, or his deep care for the people we both serve. He brings a quiet strength to his work that steadies the room, and a conviction that reminds all of us why we chose to serve.
“As he prepares to close this chapter, Dave leaves more than a record of legislation — he leaves an enduring example of what it means to lead with integrity, humility, and grace.
“I look forward to a productive session ahead and to working with Dave for one more year to bring a new, fair public education funding formula across the finish line for the students and families of Delaware. Our state is stronger because of his voice, his judgment, and his spirit.”
For any questions, please email govcomm@delaware.gov.
Keep up to date by receiving a daily digest email, around noon, of current news release posts from state agencies on news.delaware.gov.
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