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  Category: Office of the Governor


Governor Signs Bill to Strengthen, Modernize Mental Health Laws

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Building on progress made under a five-year U.S. Department of Justice settlement agreement to reform Delaware’s public mental health care system, Governor Markell signed legislation to modernize the civil commitment procedures, decrease the number of involuntary admissions and commitments, and ensure better civil rights protections and due process at all stages for individuals with a mental illness.




Governor Markell Reminds All Delawareans to Get a Flu Vaccination

Delaware Health and Social Services | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, October 10, 2014

Governor Jack Markell and Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS) Secretary Rita Landgraf received their annual flu shots at a public flu clinic held at the New Castle Farmers Market by the Division of Public Health (DPH).




Governor Markell Orders Flags Lowered for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend

Flag Status | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, October 10, 2014

In recognition of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, Governor Markell has ordered the American and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities to be lowered to half-staff.




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Ensuring Students Start School Ready for Success

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, October 10, 2014

As we work to grow the economy and build on the thousands of new jobs created this year, we also have a responsibility to ensure Delaware keeps getting stronger for generations to come. One of the keys to success will be the early education opportunities our children receive. Research has shown that when they arrive […]




Governor’s Weekly Message: Ensuring Students Start School Ready for Success

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, October 10, 2014

Governor Markell highlights efforts focused on evaluating student-readiness among children entering kindergarten and its impact on their long-term success.







  Category: Office of the Governor

Governor Signs Bill to Strengthen, Modernize Mental Health Laws

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Building on progress made under a five-year U.S. Department of Justice settlement agreement to reform Delaware’s public mental health care system, Governor Markell signed legislation to modernize the civil commitment procedures, decrease the number of involuntary admissions and commitments, and ensure better civil rights protections and due process at all stages for individuals with a mental illness.




Governor Markell Reminds All Delawareans to Get a Flu Vaccination

Delaware Health and Social Services | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, October 10, 2014

Governor Jack Markell and Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS) Secretary Rita Landgraf received their annual flu shots at a public flu clinic held at the New Castle Farmers Market by the Division of Public Health (DPH).




Governor Markell Orders Flags Lowered for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend

Flag Status | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, October 10, 2014

In recognition of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, Governor Markell has ordered the American and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities to be lowered to half-staff.




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Ensuring Students Start School Ready for Success

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, October 10, 2014

As we work to grow the economy and build on the thousands of new jobs created this year, we also have a responsibility to ensure Delaware keeps getting stronger for generations to come. One of the keys to success will be the early education opportunities our children receive. Research has shown that when they arrive […]




Governor’s Weekly Message: Ensuring Students Start School Ready for Success

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, October 10, 2014

Governor Markell highlights efforts focused on evaluating student-readiness among children entering kindergarten and its impact on their long-term success.