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This Joint Resolution officially designates the first full week of May each year as "Wounded Warrior Appreciation Week" in New Jersey, aiming to increase public understanding of the specific courage and needs of veterans who have sustained physical or mental injuries while serving in the U.S. Military. The resolution acknowledges that advancements in medicine have led to more service members surviving severe wounds, but also highlights the significant number of veterans dealing with "invisible wounds" such as combat-related stress, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). By establishing this week, the state intends to honor and support these wounded warriors as they transition back to civilian life and pursue their personal goals, and the Governor is asked to issue a proclamation encouraging public observance with appropriate activities.