Flag Lowering for the Victims at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas
Flag Status | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 24, 2022
As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on May 24, 2022, by a gunman at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, President Biden ordered flags at all U.S. government buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on May 28, 2022.
In concurrence with the President’s order, Governor Carney has ordered both the U.S. and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities be flown at half-staff until sunset on May 28, 2022.
Governor Carney Activates Emergency Management Assistance Compact to Support Emergency Response to Barge Fire
Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 24, 2022
WILMINGTON, Del. — Governor John Carney on Tuesday issued a limited State of Emergency in Kent County due to the barge fire occurring in the Delaware Bay. The Governor requested additional resources to support local emergency management agencies – including the Bowers Fire Company and the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control – […]
Governor Carney Vetoes House Bill 371
Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 24, 2022
WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Tuesday vetoed House Bill 371, legislation that would remove all penalties for possession by a person 21 years of age or older of one ounce or less of marijuana and ensure that there are no criminal or civil penalties for transfers without remuneration of one ounce or less […]
Governor Carney Tests Positive for COVID-19
Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, May 16, 2022
WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney announced Monday that he tested positive for COVID-19 through an at-home antigen test, which he took after experiencing mild symptoms. Governor Carney is vaccinated and double boosted and is currently isolating per the CDC guidelines. “I am feeling well and will continue to work remotely, but unfortunately will have […]
Delaware Extends Electric Vehicle Rebate Program
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, May 12, 2022
Almost 2,500 Rebates Have Been Paid Since Program’s Inception Delaware drivers switching to electric vehicles will continue to enjoy extra savings after the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced it is extending the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program through the end of the year. “As new and existing manufacturers introduce more electric vehicles to […]
