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OMC Legislative Updates: 153rd General Assembly

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026

The General Assembly recessed Delaware’s 153rd General Assembly session. Prior to adjourning, the General Assembly passed key pieces of legislation that will further strengthen Delaware’s marijuana regulatory framework.

“These legislative updates provide important clarity and structure as Delaware continues to build a responsible and effective marijuana program,” said Commissioner Sanderlin. “The Office appreciates the work of legislators, stakeholders, and members of the public who contributed to these efforts and looks forward to implementing these changes in a way that supports public safety, regulatory consistency, and transparency.”




Mezzanine Gallery Presents Juan Santos’ Becoming

Delaware Division of the Arts | Mezzanine Gallery | New Castle County | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

  The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery is pleased to present Becoming, a solo exhibition of new work by Juan Santos, on view July 10–31, 2026. An opening reception will be held Friday, July 10, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., in the Mezzanine Gallery, located in the Carvel State Office Building at 820 N. […]




Gov. Meyer Signs Banking Modernization Package to Strengthen Delaware’s Leadership in Financial Services

Department of Finance | Department of State | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | State Bank Commissioner | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Governor Matt Meyer has signed a package of legislation modernizing Delaware’s banking laws, marking the state’s most significant update to its financial regulatory framework in more than 40 years and positioning Delaware to lead the next generation of financial innovation. Sponsored by Senator Spiros Mantzavinos and Representative Bill Bush, Senate Bills 16, 18 and 19 […]




Travel Safe, Travel Sober this 4th of July Weekend

Delaware Transit Corporation | Department of Transportation | Distracted Driving | Impaired Driving | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | Office of Highway Safety | Pedestrian | Pedestrian Safety | Safe Family Holiday | SoberLift | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 1, 2026

As Delawareans and visitors prepare to celebrate the 4th of July this weekend, the Delaware Department of Transportation is reminding everyone to be prepared for increased traffic statewide and to keep safety first whether traveling by car, bus, bicycle, or on foot. There have been 57 fatalities on Delaware’s roads to date in 2026, a […]




Gov. Meyer Signs FY2027 Budget Investing in Education, Affordability, and Opportunity

Department of Finance | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Governor Matt Meyer today signed Delaware’s Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget, approving a plan that invests in public education, affordable housing, healthcare and the state workforce while lowering costs and expanding opportunity for Delaware families. The FY2027 budget reflects the administration’s priorities of investing in children, making Delaware more affordable, expanding access to housing and […]







  Category: New Castle County

OMC Legislative Updates: 153rd General Assembly

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026

The General Assembly recessed Delaware’s 153rd General Assembly session. Prior to adjourning, the General Assembly passed key pieces of legislation that will further strengthen Delaware’s marijuana regulatory framework.

“These legislative updates provide important clarity and structure as Delaware continues to build a responsible and effective marijuana program,” said Commissioner Sanderlin. “The Office appreciates the work of legislators, stakeholders, and members of the public who contributed to these efforts and looks forward to implementing these changes in a way that supports public safety, regulatory consistency, and transparency.”




Mezzanine Gallery Presents Juan Santos’ Becoming

Delaware Division of the Arts | Mezzanine Gallery | New Castle County | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

  The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery is pleased to present Becoming, a solo exhibition of new work by Juan Santos, on view July 10–31, 2026. An opening reception will be held Friday, July 10, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., in the Mezzanine Gallery, located in the Carvel State Office Building at 820 N. […]




Gov. Meyer Signs Banking Modernization Package to Strengthen Delaware’s Leadership in Financial Services

Department of Finance | Department of State | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | State Bank Commissioner | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Governor Matt Meyer has signed a package of legislation modernizing Delaware’s banking laws, marking the state’s most significant update to its financial regulatory framework in more than 40 years and positioning Delaware to lead the next generation of financial innovation. Sponsored by Senator Spiros Mantzavinos and Representative Bill Bush, Senate Bills 16, 18 and 19 […]




Travel Safe, Travel Sober this 4th of July Weekend

Delaware Transit Corporation | Department of Transportation | Distracted Driving | Impaired Driving | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | Office of Highway Safety | Pedestrian | Pedestrian Safety | Safe Family Holiday | SoberLift | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 1, 2026

As Delawareans and visitors prepare to celebrate the 4th of July this weekend, the Delaware Department of Transportation is reminding everyone to be prepared for increased traffic statewide and to keep safety first whether traveling by car, bus, bicycle, or on foot. There have been 57 fatalities on Delaware’s roads to date in 2026, a […]




Gov. Meyer Signs FY2027 Budget Investing in Education, Affordability, and Opportunity

Department of Finance | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Governor Matt Meyer today signed Delaware’s Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget, approving a plan that invests in public education, affordable housing, healthcare and the state workforce while lowering costs and expanding opportunity for Delaware families. The FY2027 budget reflects the administration’s priorities of investing in children, making Delaware more affordable, expanding access to housing and […]