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Governor Meyer Signs HB110 into Law

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, April 25, 2025

WILMINGTON – Tonight, Governor Matt Meyer signed HB110 into law, amending requirements for fingerprint-based background checks for Delawareans who wish to work in, own, or help run a licensed marijuana business. “Delaware’s recreational cannabis industry is going to create good-paying jobs and provide critical revenue for the state to help pay for schools, housing, and […]




Governor Meyer and Division of Small Business Highlight $14M Available in Small Business Funding

Governor Matt Meyer | Small Business | Date Posted: Thursday, April 24, 2025

On Thursday, Governor Matt Meyer joined Division of Small Business (DSB) Director CJ Bell to highlight the urgent need to get $14M in the hands of small business owners before the end of the calendar year and re-launch the program providing these funds, the Small State Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI).




Lowering of Flags to Mark the Passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis

Flag Status | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 22, 2025

To mark the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, Governor Matt Meyer orders flags at all state-owned buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Saturday, April 26, 2025.




Governor Meyer Nominates New Public Advocate

Division of the Public Advocate | Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 22, 2025

WILMINGTON – Today, Governor Matt Meyer announced the nomination of Jameson Tweedie to serve as Public Advocate for the State of Delaware. Tweedie is an environmental lawyer with extensive experience working for the State of Delaware on issues of energy and climate. His nomination will require confirmation by the Delaware State Senate. “Amidst soaring energy […]




Governor Meyer Nominates New Marijuana Commissioner

Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, April 21, 2025

WILMINGTON – Today, Governor Matt Meyer nominated attorney and government regulations expert Joshua Sanderlin to serve as Delaware’s next Marijuana Commissioner. Sanderlin has over 15 years of experience advising businesses and policymakers on regulatory compliance, with a focus on shaping state-level cannabis laws and markets. His nomination will require confirmation by the Delaware State Senate. […]







  Category: Office of the Governor

Governor Meyer Signs HB110 into Law

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, April 25, 2025

WILMINGTON – Tonight, Governor Matt Meyer signed HB110 into law, amending requirements for fingerprint-based background checks for Delawareans who wish to work in, own, or help run a licensed marijuana business. “Delaware’s recreational cannabis industry is going to create good-paying jobs and provide critical revenue for the state to help pay for schools, housing, and […]




Governor Meyer and Division of Small Business Highlight $14M Available in Small Business Funding

Governor Matt Meyer | Small Business | Date Posted: Thursday, April 24, 2025

On Thursday, Governor Matt Meyer joined Division of Small Business (DSB) Director CJ Bell to highlight the urgent need to get $14M in the hands of small business owners before the end of the calendar year and re-launch the program providing these funds, the Small State Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI).




Lowering of Flags to Mark the Passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis

Flag Status | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 22, 2025

To mark the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, Governor Matt Meyer orders flags at all state-owned buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Saturday, April 26, 2025.




Governor Meyer Nominates New Public Advocate

Division of the Public Advocate | Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 22, 2025

WILMINGTON – Today, Governor Matt Meyer announced the nomination of Jameson Tweedie to serve as Public Advocate for the State of Delaware. Tweedie is an environmental lawyer with extensive experience working for the State of Delaware on issues of energy and climate. His nomination will require confirmation by the Delaware State Senate. “Amidst soaring energy […]




Governor Meyer Nominates New Marijuana Commissioner

Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, April 21, 2025

WILMINGTON – Today, Governor Matt Meyer nominated attorney and government regulations expert Joshua Sanderlin to serve as Delaware’s next Marijuana Commissioner. Sanderlin has over 15 years of experience advising businesses and policymakers on regulatory compliance, with a focus on shaping state-level cannabis laws and markets. His nomination will require confirmation by the Delaware State Senate. […]