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Warning: Be Cautious of Predatory Practices related to Social Equity Licenses

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 2, 2024

The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) has received reports of out-of-state entities contacting potential social equity applicants in Delaware. These entities may be trying to trick you into paying for help securing a social equity license.   The OMC does not endorse these activities and is working to investigate them, partnering with the Department […]




Groundbreaking Study Reveals Economic and Social Impact of Non-Profit Arts and Culture Sector in Delaware

Delaware Division of the Arts | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, July 1, 2024

  Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study Highlights Vital Role of Arts and Culture in Building More Livable Communities Around the Country   Wilmington, Del. (July 1, 2024) – The Delaware Division of the Arts today announced that Delaware’s nonprofit arts and culture industry generated $209.5 million in economic activity in 2022, according to the […]




Governor Carney Shares Highlights from the Legislative Session 

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Sunday, June 30, 2024

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Sunday reflected on actions taken during this legislative session:  “We’ve done a lot this legislative session to move our state forward,” said Governor Carney. “We’ve taken action to make our communities safer, protect our environment, and we continue to invest in our students and educators. I’m proud that our budget makes […]




Governor Carney’s Statement on the Delaware Supreme Court Ruling

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, June 28, 2024

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday issued the following statement on the Delaware Supreme Court’s ruling in favor of absentee and early voting: “I’ve always believed that we should make it easier, not harder, for Delawareans to exercise their fundamental right to vote. I’m pleased that the Supreme Court has unanimously confirmed that Delaware […]




Governor Carney’s Statement on House Bill 282

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, June 27, 2024

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday issued the following statement on the General Assembly’s override of the veto of House Bill 282. “For eight years, I’ve been focused on getting our fiscal house in order and protecting the interests of all Delaware taxpayers. I’m proud that we’ll leave our budget in strong shape for […]







  Category: Office of the Governor

Warning: Be Cautious of Predatory Practices related to Social Equity Licenses

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 2, 2024

The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) has received reports of out-of-state entities contacting potential social equity applicants in Delaware. These entities may be trying to trick you into paying for help securing a social equity license.   The OMC does not endorse these activities and is working to investigate them, partnering with the Department […]




Groundbreaking Study Reveals Economic and Social Impact of Non-Profit Arts and Culture Sector in Delaware

Delaware Division of the Arts | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, July 1, 2024

  Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study Highlights Vital Role of Arts and Culture in Building More Livable Communities Around the Country   Wilmington, Del. (July 1, 2024) – The Delaware Division of the Arts today announced that Delaware’s nonprofit arts and culture industry generated $209.5 million in economic activity in 2022, according to the […]




Governor Carney Shares Highlights from the Legislative Session 

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Sunday, June 30, 2024

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Sunday reflected on actions taken during this legislative session:  “We’ve done a lot this legislative session to move our state forward,” said Governor Carney. “We’ve taken action to make our communities safer, protect our environment, and we continue to invest in our students and educators. I’m proud that our budget makes […]




Governor Carney’s Statement on the Delaware Supreme Court Ruling

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, June 28, 2024

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday issued the following statement on the Delaware Supreme Court’s ruling in favor of absentee and early voting: “I’ve always believed that we should make it easier, not harder, for Delawareans to exercise their fundamental right to vote. I’m pleased that the Supreme Court has unanimously confirmed that Delaware […]




Governor Carney’s Statement on House Bill 282

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, June 27, 2024

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday issued the following statement on the General Assembly’s override of the veto of House Bill 282. “For eight years, I’ve been focused on getting our fiscal house in order and protecting the interests of all Delaware taxpayers. I’m proud that we’ll leave our budget in strong shape for […]