Lowering of Flags to Honor the Passing of 1st Lt. Ray Firmani
Flag Status | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 22, 2025
WILMINGTON– Today, Governor Matt Meyer issued the following statement regarding the passing of World War II veteran 1st Lt. Raymond Firmani of Elsmere at the age of 103: “Ray Firmani was a true Delawarean who served his community and his country with honor. He was a part of the fabric of Elsmere and counseled generations […]
Governor Meyer Signs Several Health-Related Bills Strengthening Protections for Overlooked Populations
Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, July 21, 2025
WILMINGTON—Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed six bills aimed at supporting the healthcare of vulnerable populations, protecting Delawareans from harmful substances, and strengthening accountability in healthcare and housing. “Every Delawarean deserves the opportunity to live a safe, healthy, and dignified life,” said Governor Matt Meyer. “These new laws expand access to quality healthcare, ensure safer housing […]
Governor Meyer Announces Departure of DHSS Secretary Josette Manning
Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, July 18, 2025
WILMINGTON– Today, Governor Matt Meyer announced the departure of Delaware Department of Health and Social Services Secretary Josette Manning. Secretary Manning’s departure is effective October 1, 2025, when she will then join U.S. Senator Chris Coons’ office as State Director. “On behalf of the State of Delaware, I want to express my deepest gratitude to […]
Governor Meyer Joins Bipartisan Group of Governors Issuing Joint Letter to Grid Operator PJM
Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, July 18, 2025
Letter Advocates for Increased State Representation Amid Ongoing Leadership Changes and PJM Cost Crisis; Proposes Candidates to Fill Current PJM Board Vacancies and Commits States to Further Collaboration Through the Formation of an Interstate Governors Group. WILMINGTON– Today, Governor Matt Meyer, along with the governors of Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and […]
Governor Meyer Joins Other Governors to Demand Trump Administration Release Withheld Funding
Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, July 17, 2025
WILMINGTON– Today, Governor Matt Meyer joined 17 other Governors calling upon Secretary of Education Linda McMahon and OMB Director Russell Vought to release approximately $6.8 billion that the Trump Administration is withholding from schools and students across America, including $28.6 million in Delaware. Led by Gov. JB Pritzker from Illinois, Governors from Arizona, California, Colorado, […]
