Gov. Matt Meyer
Coverage of Gov. Matt Meyer in the Nexus archive.
- Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer bans private equity purchases of hospitals, signs bills to improve health care access, affordabilit
Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer signed a two-year moratorium on private equity purchases of nonprofit hospitals, citing the collapse of Crozer Health as justification. The legislation aims to prevent similar financial exploitation and improve healthcare access and affordability in the state.
- ‘I think we’re being lied to’: Delaware Gov. Meyer offers fierce criticism as Delmarva Power plows ahead with utility rate increases
Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer criticized the Public Service Commission (PSC) for its handling of Delmarva Power's rate increase, which was capped at 50% under Senate Bill 326. Commissioner Regina Iorii and the PSC's attorney disputed whether the commission had authority to revise or deny interim rate requests, leading to an oral order that limited the increase to $34.3 million. Meyer argued the PSC has legal power to reject the rate hike, but most commissioners sided with Iorii's interpretation.
- ‘Irresponsible and dangerous’: Bond bill chair blasts Delaware governor’s veto of funding for Legislative Hall expansion
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer vetoed a $35 million appropriation in the 2027 Bond and Capital Improvements bill to fund the Legislative Hall expansion. Lawmakers had allocated the funds for a project estimated at $116 million, while the governor cited affordability concerns and taxpayer priorities. Bond bill committee chairs criticized the veto, highlighting challenges with accessibility at the state capitol.
- What Delaware lawmakers passed — and what failed — before the legislative session ended
Delaware lawmakers passed a $7 billion fiscal year 2027 budget, a $1.25 billion capital budget, and bills addressing property tax rates, gun dealer regulations, and affordable housing. The session also included consideration of constitutional amendments on voting initiatives, reproductive freedom, and same-sex marriage.
- Delaware officials raid secret fund again to close financial shortfall on Edgemoor port container project
Delaware officials confirmed funding for the Edgemoor container terminal project using unclaimed property to address a $189 million shortfall. The state's contribution increased to $325 million for phase one, with Enstructure providing $225 million and federal funds adding $119 million. The project, aimed at shifting shipping traffic from Philadelphia and New Jersey ports, faces challenges including invalidated permits, court challenges, and rising costs.
- Delaware lawmakers propose adding $87M to FY2027 budget, exceeding governor’s growth cap
Delaware lawmakers added $87.4 million to the state's FY2027 budget, exceeding Governor Matt Meyer’s 5% spending growth cap. The Joint Finance Committee increased total spending to $7 billion and one-time supplemental spending to $146.2 million, supported by projected additional revenue from the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council. The budget did not draw from the state’s rainy day or stabilization funds.
- Delaware to establish its first medical school in partnership with Philadelphia-based Jefferson University
Delaware will establish its first medical school through a partnership with Philadelphia-based Thomas Jefferson University, creating a four-year program for 40 students starting in 2028. The school will initially be housed at the University of Delaware in Newark and aims to address healthcare provider shortages, particularly in rural areas and for an aging population.