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DHSS Press Release

Molly Magarik, Secretary
Jill Fredel, Director of Communications
302-255-9047, Cell 302-357-7498
Email: DPHMedia@Delaware.gov

Date: November 2, 2020
DHSS-11-2020

STATE OF DELAWARE ESTABLISHES JOINT INFORMATION CENTER FOR PRESS INQUIRIES ON ELECTION DAY 2020

In order to ensure efficient and accurate communications with the press, the State of Delaware will operate a virtual Joint Information Center (JIC) to coordinate the flow of information and media requests on Election Day 2020. The JIC will be the principal point of contact for media requests that specifically pertain to Election Day, to include: Public safety/public health issues, technology/cybersecurity problems, emergency response, and election administration. Questions not related to the elections, such as routine interview requests with agency principals, should not be directed to the JIC.

Hours of Operation: November 3, 2020 7 a.m. - 1 a.m.; from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. a reduced staff will monitor and respond to media inquiries.

Contact: Media outlets are strongly advised to send inquiries via e-mail to JIC@delaware.gov.Phone calls should be directed to Mat Marshall (DOJ) at (302) 236-7438.

Agencies Involved:
Delaware Department of Elections
Delaware Department of Justice (DOJ)
Delaware Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DSHS)
Delaware State Police (DSP)
Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA)
Delaware National Guard (DNG)
Delaware Department of Technology & Information (DTI)
Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH)

Delaware Health and Social Services is committed to improving the quality of the lives of Delaware's citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.

STATE OF DELAWARE ESTABLISHES JOINT INFORMATION CENTER FOR PRESS INQUIRIES ON ELECTION DAY 2020

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