Measure that increases minimum jail sentences for illegal possession of guns advances in General Assembly
Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, June 20, 2013
Dover – The House of Representatives this evening passed legislation that increases minimum prison sentences for convicted felons who are subsequently convicted of possessing a gun. House Bill 36, introduced by Representative Ruth Briggs King, R-Georgetown and strongly supported by Attorney General Beau Biden, doubles the mandatory jail sentences for repeat offenders later caught with […]
Governor Signs Gender Identity Nondiscrimination Act
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Governor Jack Markell signed the Gender Identity Nondiscrimination Act (SB 97), ensuring equal legal protections to transgender individuals in Delaware.
National Report on Teacher Preparation Programs Aligns with Governor’s Push for Higher State Standards
Department of Education | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2013
A report released by the National Council on Teacher Quality and U.S. News & World Report demonstrates a nationwide need for efforts like the law Governor Jack Markell signed last week to improve teacher preparation programs.
Governor’s Weekly Message: Strengthening Relationships with the International Community
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, June 14, 2013
In his weekly message, Governor Markell discusses recent efforts to strengthen and further develop partnerships with the international community.
Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Strengthening Relationships with the International Community
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, June 14, 2013
The global economy is changing – we need to think long term, identify opportunities for global cooperation, and explore ways to make the best use of our strengths. This week, we took another step toward a more international future.
