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  Category: Governor John Carney


Governor Carney’s Statement on Bump Stock Ban

Governor John Carney | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, June 14, 2018

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday issued the following statement after signing legislation to ban bump stock devices in Delaware: “Delaware has made progress in strengthening our gun safety laws this legislative session with the support of students and advocates across the state, and today is no exception. By signing this bill into […]



Governor Carney’s Statement on Budget Smoothing Constitutional Amendment

Governor John Carney | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 12, 2018

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Tuesday issued the following statement on House Bill 460, which would implement recommendations of the Advisory Panel on Potential Fiscal Controls and Budget Smoothing Mechanisms:   “Delaware has a long tradition of fiscal responsibility. We’ve been focused since taking office on addressing our long-term challenges, on responsibly investing […]



Governor Carney: EPA can’t let other states pollute Delaware’s air

Governor John Carney | Office of the Governor | The Environment | Date Posted: Monday, June 11, 2018

Op-ed by Governor John Carney Watching a Blue Rocks game. Sitting by the pool. Walking along the Rehoboth boardwalk. For most of us, that’s what summertime means. It’s a time of fun and relaxation. But for the majority of Delawareans with asthma or other breathing problems, summer can be a nightmare. That’s because Delaware’s air […]



Newly Published Book Explores Life and Legacy of Delaware Statesman John Dickinson

Department of State | Governor John Carney | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, June 11, 2018

A new anthology of essays and lectures published by the Delaware Heritage Commission explores the life and career of John Dickinson, whose influential role as a colonial patriot and statesman of the early Republic earned him the nickname “Penman of the Revolution.”



Governor Carney Nominates Claire DeMatteis to UD Board of Trustees

Governor John Carney | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, June 8, 2018

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday issued the following statement on his nomination of Claire DeMatteis to serve on the University of Delaware Board of Trustees: “From her time serving as a top aide to then-Senator Joe Biden, to her extensive private sector experience, Claire has demonstrated sound judgment and leadership, and has […]






  Category: Governor John Carney

Governor Carney’s Statement on Bump Stock Ban

Governor John Carney | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, June 14, 2018

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday issued the following statement after signing legislation to ban bump stock devices in Delaware: “Delaware has made progress in strengthening our gun safety laws this legislative session with the support of students and advocates across the state, and today is no exception. By signing this bill into […]



Governor Carney’s Statement on Budget Smoothing Constitutional Amendment

Governor John Carney | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 12, 2018

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Tuesday issued the following statement on House Bill 460, which would implement recommendations of the Advisory Panel on Potential Fiscal Controls and Budget Smoothing Mechanisms:   “Delaware has a long tradition of fiscal responsibility. We’ve been focused since taking office on addressing our long-term challenges, on responsibly investing […]



Governor Carney: EPA can’t let other states pollute Delaware’s air

Governor John Carney | Office of the Governor | The Environment | Date Posted: Monday, June 11, 2018

Op-ed by Governor John Carney Watching a Blue Rocks game. Sitting by the pool. Walking along the Rehoboth boardwalk. For most of us, that’s what summertime means. It’s a time of fun and relaxation. But for the majority of Delawareans with asthma or other breathing problems, summer can be a nightmare. That’s because Delaware’s air […]



Newly Published Book Explores Life and Legacy of Delaware Statesman John Dickinson

Department of State | Governor John Carney | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, June 11, 2018

A new anthology of essays and lectures published by the Delaware Heritage Commission explores the life and career of John Dickinson, whose influential role as a colonial patriot and statesman of the early Republic earned him the nickname “Penman of the Revolution.”



Governor Carney Nominates Claire DeMatteis to UD Board of Trustees

Governor John Carney | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, June 8, 2018

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday issued the following statement on his nomination of Claire DeMatteis to serve on the University of Delaware Board of Trustees: “From her time serving as a top aide to then-Senator Joe Biden, to her extensive private sector experience, Claire has demonstrated sound judgment and leadership, and has […]