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See The Light, Buckle Up At Night.

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Did you know that you are three times more likely to be in a car crash at night and wearing a seat belt decreases your risk of being injured or killed by approximately 50%? Delaware law enforcement officers are currently on the lookout for unbelted motorists during the first seat belt enforcement campaign of 2013. Drive without a seat belt and a ticket could be the least of your worries.




National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils Brings Youth Fitness Campaign to Delaware

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 5, 2013

The National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils is bringing its multi-million dollar physical fitness campaign to Delaware.




Governor’s Weekly Message: Governor Markell Offers Poetic Toast at National Governors Association White House Dinner

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, March 1, 2013

“On this one night it’s a relief – politics doesn’t drive the conversation. We don’t speak of partisan issues or presidential aspirations,” said Governor Markell.




Governor’s Weekly MessageTranscript: Governor Markell Offers Poetic Toast at National Governors Association White House Dinner

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, March 1, 2013

On behalf of my fellow governors, to the President and Mrs. Obama, I offer you this toast, I hope with humor and little drama To the two of you and the Bidens, who hail from my home state, we appreciate your hospitality, we all look forward to this date. On this one night it’s a relief — politics doesn’t drive the conversation. We don’t speak of partisan issues or presidential aspirations; instead, we gather to reflect on the blessings we’ve received — to serve our states and country the best that’s ever been conceived. You’ve tackled the big issues, there are many to address and dealing with them all at once is much like 3D chess.




Governor Nominates Law Enforcement Leader and Experienced Policy Expert for Two Cabinet Posts

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 1, 2013

Governor Markell announced his nomination for Commissioner of Correction and Secretary of the State Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families.







  Category: Newsroom

See The Light, Buckle Up At Night.

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Did you know that you are three times more likely to be in a car crash at night and wearing a seat belt decreases your risk of being injured or killed by approximately 50%? Delaware law enforcement officers are currently on the lookout for unbelted motorists during the first seat belt enforcement campaign of 2013. Drive without a seat belt and a ticket could be the least of your worries.




National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils Brings Youth Fitness Campaign to Delaware

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 5, 2013

The National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils is bringing its multi-million dollar physical fitness campaign to Delaware.




Governor’s Weekly Message: Governor Markell Offers Poetic Toast at National Governors Association White House Dinner

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, March 1, 2013

“On this one night it’s a relief – politics doesn’t drive the conversation. We don’t speak of partisan issues or presidential aspirations,” said Governor Markell.




Governor’s Weekly MessageTranscript: Governor Markell Offers Poetic Toast at National Governors Association White House Dinner

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, March 1, 2013

On behalf of my fellow governors, to the President and Mrs. Obama, I offer you this toast, I hope with humor and little drama To the two of you and the Bidens, who hail from my home state, we appreciate your hospitality, we all look forward to this date. On this one night it’s a relief — politics doesn’t drive the conversation. We don’t speak of partisan issues or presidential aspirations; instead, we gather to reflect on the blessings we’ve received — to serve our states and country the best that’s ever been conceived. You’ve tackled the big issues, there are many to address and dealing with them all at once is much like 3D chess.




Governor Nominates Law Enforcement Leader and Experienced Policy Expert for Two Cabinet Posts

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 1, 2013

Governor Markell announced his nomination for Commissioner of Correction and Secretary of the State Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families.