Gov. Meyer's budget changes were drawn into question by some House Republicans. (Photo by Alexander Grey/Unsplash)

House Republicans question Governor Meyer’s FY2026 budget protocol

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Government

Governor Matt Meyer’s proposed changes to the state’s operating budget has drawn negative reaction from House Republicans. In a break from traditional practices, Meyer unveiled his “Budget Reset” for Fiscal Year 2026, outlining new spending priorities and revenue-generating measures. Traditionally, the governor’s office collaborates with the Office of Management and Budget throughout the fall to draft a budget proposal, which …

The Division of Public Health had its Joint Finance Committee hearing Tuesday. (Photo by tashatuvango/Adobe Stock)

Public Health seeks $3.5 million more in 2025 state budget

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Government, Health

Editor’s note: This report has been updated to reflect that Medicaid is not overseen by Public Health The Delaware Division of Public Health wants a 2025 budget of $167.4 million, but about $3.5 million of that is not in the governor’s recommended budget. That puzzled the chair of the state Joint Finance Committee, which writes the state budget. It’s in …

The PECC has been working over the past year on recommendations for pay adjustments for Delaware educators.

Educator pay raise proposals to get joint hearing Jan. 11

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

Delaware’s General Assembly will have its first public look and discussion about proposed educator pay raise recommendations next week. At 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, the House and Senate education committees will come together to listen to a presentation on the final report from the Public Education Compensation Committee. Watch the meeting here. The 15-person compensation committee – made of …