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Matt Meyer
Governor Matt Meyer of Delaware has made reproductive health and rights a cornerstone of his administration. Since taking office in January 2025, he has expanded access to maternal healthcare and championed a constitutional amendment to guarantee reproductive freedom, defined as the “right to make decisions about all matters relating to pregnancy, childbirth, prenatal and postnatal care, contraception, sterilization, abortion, miscarriage and infertility.” Under Meyer’s leadership, Delaware continues to solidify its status as a national leader in protecting reproductive rights and ensuring equitable access to care.

Matt Meyer

Governor
Let me be clear: In my administration, Delaware will always be a place that provides safe and accessible reproductive healthcare. No matter who is president, we will be ready.

Governor Matt Meyer, Delaware

KEY ACTIONS

  • Governor Meyer Expands Maternal Healthcare Access
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  • June 16, 2025

    Governor Meyer Expands Maternal Healthcare Access

    Governor Meyer released a proposed healthcare plan at the start of his term, illustrating his administration’ prioritization of health care access and protections. Governor Meyer’s plan largely focuses on increasing access to critical health care, promoting equity, and expanding coverage. More specifically, his plan includes increasing funding for the state’s Perinatal Quality Collaborative, improving maternal health, emphasizing Black maternal health, improving access to preconception care, protecting Medicaid coverage, and promoting safe sleep practices to reduce Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

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  • Gov. Meyer continues bill-signing streak, slate of healthcare bills gain final approval
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  • July 22, 2025 • Sarah Petrowich

    Gov. Meyer continues bill-signing streak, slate of healthcare bills gain final approval

    Sarah Petrowich

    Governor Meyer signed a critical new law (HB 205) to protect healthcare providers delivering abortion care in the state. This means practitioners in Delaware cannot face legal action for abortion and reproductive services, fertility and IVF treatments, as well as gender-affirming care, which are all protected under Delaware law.

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