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This Joint Resolution officially designates April of each year as "Financial Literacy Month" in New Jersey, aiming to enhance the public's understanding of crucial financial topics like managing credit, saving money, handling debt, and owning a home, thereby increasing the likelihood of individual financial success. The resolution acknowledges the importance of financial education, noting its positive impact on individuals and the economy, and references the history of this designation, including efforts by organizations like the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE) and the Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy, as well as previous federal recognition by the U.S. Senate. It also respectfully requests the Governor to annually issue a proclamation encouraging schools, financial institutions, non-profit organizations, and citizens to participate in appropriate activities and programs to observe the month.