Discurso
The proceedings involved formal introductions of statewide elected officials and leaders from major Delaware higher education institutions, followed by the introduction of the Governor's cabinet members for a joint session. The main event was the State of the State address by Governor Matthew S. Meyer. Key discussion topics in the address included strengthening the state's position despite national political division and economic pressures, focusing on investments in early childhood education, improving literacy rates by adopting evidence-based reading instruction, modernizing the school funding formula, and promoting smart growth while protecting the environment. The Governor also addressed healthcare reform, noting transformative programs and efforts to increase funding, while calling for action on energy affordability due to skyrocketing bills from Delmarva Power and advancing universal high-speed broadband access. Additionally, the session recognized several heroes, including an award ceremony for bravery, and addressed housing shortages through permitting streamlining and zoning reforms. The Governor called for the Public Service Commission to halt approval of further Delmarva rate increases.