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Bunting out as Department of Education Secretary
As Delaware’s 2012 Superintendent of the Year, Secretary Bunting was one of four finalists for the American Association of School…
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American Rescue Plan Act: $50 Million investment from DelTech
Investments will expand Forward Delaware, and fund Pathways 2.0, which will expand the Pathways program to reach more than 6,000…
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Governor Carney signs the Clean Water for Delaware Act, HB200
“All Delawareans deserve clean water. The Clean Water for Delaware Act and our new Clean Water Trust will help us…
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Governor Carney Signs Body Camera Legislation
Governor Carney: “We can do great things if we work together, and this legislation shows that we are moving forward…
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Governor Carney signs $15 minimum wage legislation
“This is a great day for Delaware and small businesses across the state who advocated raising the minimum wage to…
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House Passes Criminal Justice Measures to Increase Transparency, Protect Minors
House lawmakers passed a trio of bills Tuesday that would continue ongoing efforts to revamp Delaware’s criminal justice system by…
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House Passes Bill Ending Use of Plastic Carryout Bags in Delaware Stores
Continuing their efforts to reduce the prevalence of single-use plastic bags, House lawmakers passed a bill Wednesday that would expand…
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DRBA Police Officers Now Equipped with Body Worn Cameras
The body worn cameras are also electronically linked with in-car dash cameras, which are equipped with the same Watch Guard…
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Governor Carney signs HB198 requiring Black history instruction
“The only way we can secure our future is to understand and reconcile our past. We have a deep and…
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No-excuse absentee voting failed in the House Thursday
“Delawareans should be able to exercise their right to vote with ease, not just in person, but through a safe…
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House Clears Funding for Students with Special Needs
House Bill 86 would extend state funding for basic special education to kindergarten through third grade. DOVER (DE) CONTRIBUTED BY…
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Houe passes bill improving mental health services for students
“This bill will address the disparity and shortfall of mental health professionals in Delaware elementary schools.,” said Rep. Longhurst (D)…
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Bill Would Require Recording of Interrogations
Prosecutors would be required to notify the defense of an intention to introduce an unrecorded statement in court and of…