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Governor Bans the Box for Delaware Public Employees

Emphasizing that one of the best predictors of whether ex-offenders will commit more crimes is whether they have a job, Governor Markell signed legislation to prohibit public employers from inquiring into an applicant’s criminal record before their first interview.



Governor, Legislators Propose Doubling R&D Tax Credit for Small Businesses

Having made fostering innovation a key part of his agenda to fulfill Delaware’s potential, Governor Markell joined a bipartisan group of legislators in pushing to double the research and development tax credit available to small businesses.



Governor Markell, Legislators Announce Legislation to Assist Transitioning Veterans

Recognizing an unnecessary obstacle that has prevented Delawareans who serve our country from pursuing economic opportunities at home, Governor Markell and members of the General Assembly announced legislation that would help veterans obtain and renew professional licenses.



Early Teacher Hiring Now Permanent

Pilot Program Dramatically Reduced Late Hiring of Teachers and Improved Schools’ Ability to Compete With Surrounding States for Quality New Teachers DOVER, DE– This afternoon, Governor Jack A. Markell signed H.B. 259 into law, which passed both the House and the Senate unanimously this week. House Bill 259 makes permanent the pilot program originally created […]



Governor Signs Bills to Fight Meth Production

Joined by legislators and leaders in the law enforcement community, Governor Markell signed two laws to reduce illegal production of methamphetamine in Delaware by making it harder for criminals to gain access to the materials they need to make meth and giving police tools to crack down on its production.






 Pages Tagged With: "legislation"

Governor Bans the Box for Delaware Public Employees

Emphasizing that one of the best predictors of whether ex-offenders will commit more crimes is whether they have a job, Governor Markell signed legislation to prohibit public employers from inquiring into an applicant’s criminal record before their first interview.



Governor, Legislators Propose Doubling R&D Tax Credit for Small Businesses

Having made fostering innovation a key part of his agenda to fulfill Delaware’s potential, Governor Markell joined a bipartisan group of legislators in pushing to double the research and development tax credit available to small businesses.



Governor Markell, Legislators Announce Legislation to Assist Transitioning Veterans

Recognizing an unnecessary obstacle that has prevented Delawareans who serve our country from pursuing economic opportunities at home, Governor Markell and members of the General Assembly announced legislation that would help veterans obtain and renew professional licenses.



Early Teacher Hiring Now Permanent

Pilot Program Dramatically Reduced Late Hiring of Teachers and Improved Schools’ Ability to Compete With Surrounding States for Quality New Teachers DOVER, DE– This afternoon, Governor Jack A. Markell signed H.B. 259 into law, which passed both the House and the Senate unanimously this week. House Bill 259 makes permanent the pilot program originally created […]



Governor Signs Bills to Fight Meth Production

Joined by legislators and leaders in the law enforcement community, Governor Markell signed two laws to reduce illegal production of methamphetamine in Delaware by making it harder for criminals to gain access to the materials they need to make meth and giving police tools to crack down on its production.