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Introduced
02/14/2022
02/14/2022
In Committee
02/14/2022
02/14/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill creates a Cold War medal to be presented by the Governor to a veteran who is a resident of the State, or who was a resident on the date of commencement of service, in recognition of his or her honorable service during the Cold War between the dates of September 2, 1945 and December 26, 1991, inclusive. The Cold War was a long and costly struggle between the forces of freedom and democracy led by the United States and the forces of communism led by the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. The Cold War started after World War II and ended with the collapse of the government of the Soviet Union in December of 1991. Tens of thousands of soldiers, sailors, marines, and air force personnel served during this period of crisis and struggle and some paid with their lives to protect the freedom and democracy we have today.
AI Summary
This bill creates a New Jersey Cold War medal to be presented by the Governor to a resident of the state, or someone who was a resident when they began serving, who was honorably discharged after at least 180 days of service during the Cold War period from September 2, 1945 to December 26, 1991. The bill establishes a non-lapsing "Cold War Medal Fund" in the Department of the Treasury to finance the design, manufacture, and distribution of the medal, with funding coming from available sources and any donations received. The bill will take effect six months after enactment, allowing the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs to undertake necessary administrative preparation during that time.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 02/14/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S1597 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2000/1597_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2000/1597_I1.PDF |
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