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  Archives:  July 2026

DNREC Soliciting Project Proposals For Surface Water Matching Planning Grants

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Watershed Stewardship | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026

DNREC is now accepting project proposals for the Surface Water Matching Planning Grant Program overseen by the DNREC Office of Environmental Finance.




OMC Legislative Updates: 153rd General Assembly

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026

The General Assembly recessed Delaware’s 153rd General Assembly session. Prior to adjourning, the General Assembly passed key pieces of legislation that will further strengthen Delaware’s marijuana regulatory framework.

“These legislative updates provide important clarity and structure as Delaware continues to build a responsible and effective marijuana program,” said Commissioner Sanderlin. “The Office appreciates the work of legislators, stakeholders, and members of the public who contributed to these efforts and looks forward to implementing these changes in a way that supports public safety, regulatory consistency, and transparency.”




OHS Urges Riders and Drivers to Stay Alert Following Recent Motorcycle Crashes

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Motorcycle Safety | Office of Highway Safety | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026

DOVER, Del. (July 16, 2026) – The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is urging both motorcyclists and drivers to stay alert and share the road responsibly as motorcycle travel increases during the peak summer riding season.




OHS Releases DUI Checkpoint Results, Reinforces Ongoing Efforts to Reduce Impaired Driving

Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | DUI Checkpoint | Impaired Driving | Office of Highway Safety | Sober Rides | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 15, 2026

DOVER, Del. (July 15, 2026) – The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) in partnership with the Delaware State police and local law enforcement agencies across the state, conducted a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoint on Friday, July 10, 2026, in Sussex County. A total of 983 vehicles passed through the checkpoint, resulting in […]




AG Jennings announces multistate settlement of bankruptcy claims against 23andMe over genetic data breach

Department of Justice | Department of Justice Office of Impact Litigation | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Attorney General Kathy Jennings has announced a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data breach that compromised the genetic data of 6.9 million customers worldwide. The settlement, secured by AG Jennings and 42 other attorneys general across the country, includes $150 million in allowed claims for states. Due […]






  Archives:  July 2026

DNREC Soliciting Project Proposals For Surface Water Matching Planning Grants

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Watershed Stewardship | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026

DNREC is now accepting project proposals for the Surface Water Matching Planning Grant Program overseen by the DNREC Office of Environmental Finance.




OMC Legislative Updates: 153rd General Assembly

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026

The General Assembly recessed Delaware’s 153rd General Assembly session. Prior to adjourning, the General Assembly passed key pieces of legislation that will further strengthen Delaware’s marijuana regulatory framework.

“These legislative updates provide important clarity and structure as Delaware continues to build a responsible and effective marijuana program,” said Commissioner Sanderlin. “The Office appreciates the work of legislators, stakeholders, and members of the public who contributed to these efforts and looks forward to implementing these changes in a way that supports public safety, regulatory consistency, and transparency.”




OHS Urges Riders and Drivers to Stay Alert Following Recent Motorcycle Crashes

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Motorcycle Safety | Office of Highway Safety | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026

DOVER, Del. (July 16, 2026) – The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is urging both motorcyclists and drivers to stay alert and share the road responsibly as motorcycle travel increases during the peak summer riding season.




OHS Releases DUI Checkpoint Results, Reinforces Ongoing Efforts to Reduce Impaired Driving

Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | DUI Checkpoint | Impaired Driving | Office of Highway Safety | Sober Rides | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 15, 2026

DOVER, Del. (July 15, 2026) – The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) in partnership with the Delaware State police and local law enforcement agencies across the state, conducted a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoint on Friday, July 10, 2026, in Sussex County. A total of 983 vehicles passed through the checkpoint, resulting in […]




AG Jennings announces multistate settlement of bankruptcy claims against 23andMe over genetic data breach

Department of Justice | Department of Justice Office of Impact Litigation | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Attorney General Kathy Jennings has announced a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data breach that compromised the genetic data of 6.9 million customers worldwide. The settlement, secured by AG Jennings and 42 other attorneys general across the country, includes $150 million in allowed claims for states. Due […]