Delaware Governor Matt Meyer signs education bills

WILMINGTON, Del. – Delaware Governor Matt Meyer signed nine bills on Tuesday, aimed at strengthening Delaware school systems. Three of those bills included House Bill 85, House Bill 91 and House Bill 97.

House Bill 85 clarifies that any appointed or elected school board member must complete a background check—handled by the Commissioner of Elections—within 15 days, with criminal records checked by the State Bureau of Identification.

House Bill 91 provides universal free breakfast for all students regardless of income, beginning in the 2026-2027 school year.

House Bill 97 requires that any school employee working directly with students must hold a valid permit or license—either issued by the state’s Professional Standards Board or under Title 24—to ensure proper qualifications and supervision.

“Our children are the future of Delaware, and making sure they receive the best possible education is one of the most important jobs we have in Legislative Hall,” said Rep. Kim Williams, Chair of the House Education Committee. “This year, we made real progress towards that goal by improving school board governance, making sure only highly qualified educators are leading our classrooms, and ensuring all students have access to free nutritious meals in their schools.”

Other bills signed included Senate Bills 81,91, 107 and 165, as well as House Bills 64, 77 and 83.