Governor Meyer Orders The Lowering Of Flags To Honor The Passing Of Former Governor Mike Castle
Flag Status | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025
To recognize former Governor Castle’s lifetime of service to the State of Delaware, Governor Meyer orders flags at all state-owned buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Thursday, August 21.
Governor Meyer Signs Senate Bill 4 Establishing an Inspector General’s Office
Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025
WILMINGTON — Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed Senate Bill 4, creating a non‑partisan, independent Office of the Inspector General (OIG). The bill launches a new era in Delaware oversight and public accountability. “By establishing an independent watchdog with the authority to audit, investigate, and recommend reforms, we’re reinforcing our commitment to fiscal responsibility, rooting out […]
Lowering Of Flags To Honor The Passing Of World War II Veteran James “Tommy” Anderson
Flag Status | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
WILMINGTON– Today, Governor Matt Meyer issued the following statement regarding the passing of World War II veteran James “Tommy” Anderson of Dover at the age of 102: “Tommy Anderson was a quiet hero whose courage helped shape the course of history. From his service in the top-secret Ghost Army in World War II to his […]
Governor Meyer Signs House Bill 1 Establishing Veterans Affairs Department With Cabinet-Level Secretary
Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
SMYRNA — Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed House Bill 1 creating a Delaware Department of Veterans Affairs, elevating veterans’ services to a cabinet‑level agency – an historic step toward strengthening how Delaware serves its veteran community. With this action, Delaware will soon have a Secretary of Veterans Affairs at the table of state leadership ensuring the […]
Governor Meyer, Legislature Deliver Property Tax Relief And Reform
Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
DOVER — Last night, Governor Matt Meyer signed several bipartisan reforms to provide immediate relief to Delaware homeowners facing sharp property tax increases and to ensure fairness following the statewide property reassessment. The bills create fairer tax rates that ease the burden on homeowners, provide flexible payment plan options, and issues refunds to property owners […]
