Gover Meyer Signs Executive Order Reinvigorating Workforce Development Support
Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 27, 2025
WILMINGTON– Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed an Executive Order establishing the Office of Workforce Development within the Delaware Department of Labor. The Executive Order also reestablishes and streamlines the Delaware Workforce Development Board. This effort will help organize and improve job training and education programs across the state, making sure all Delawareans have fair access […]
Sonia Augusthy Sworn in as Judge on the Delaware Superior Court
Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, May 16, 2025
WILMINGTON — In a historic ceremony, Governor Matt Meyer formally swore in Sonia Augusthy as a judge on the Delaware Superior Court. A respected trial attorney and longtime public servant, Augusthy becomes the first person of South Asian descent to serve on the state’s Superior Court bench. “Sonia Augusthy brings a unique and powerful blend […]
Joshua Sanderlin Sworn In as Delaware’s Marijuana Commissioner
Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Friday, May 16, 2025
Delaware’s adult-use marijuana program marked a major milestone as Joshua Sanderlin was officially sworn in as the state’s new Marijuana Commissioner today. His appointment signals a new chapter for the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC), the regulatory agency tasked with implementing and enforcing the Delaware Marijuana Control Act, which took effect on July 5, […]
Governor Meyer Establishes Food Is Medicine Committee
Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Statewide initiative will develop a framework to improve Delaware’s health outcomes using nutrition-based strategies. DOVER – Today, Governor Matt Meyer announced the establishment of the Delaware Food is Medicine Committee, a statewide initiative to improve health outcomes, lower healthcare costs, and strengthen local food systems through the power of nutrition. Poor nutrition is at the core […]
Deadline Extended for Student Applicants to State Board of Education
Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
WILMINGTON – Today, Governor Matt Meyer announced that the application deadline has been extended for the open student representative seat on the State Board of Education. Delaware rising juniors and seniors passionate about making a difference in public education and eager to make their voices heard should apply by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May […]
