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NJ AJR120

NJ AJR120
Designates last week of April of each year as "Reentry week."


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Introduced
02/28/2022
In Committee
02/28/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This joint resolution declares the last week of April of each year as "Reentry Week" to raise public awareness about the challenges that formerly incarcerated individuals face and to encourage organizations, including State agencies, to support those efforts. Reentry Week dedicates a week to remind New Jersey communities and citizens of the importance of supporting those who have been incarcerated; and have served out their sentences so that they may be productive members of our society.

AI Summary

This Joint Resolution establishes the last week of April each year as "Reentry Week" in New Jersey to highlight the difficulties faced by individuals who have been released from prison or jail after serving their sentences. The resolution aims to increase public understanding of these challenges, which can include finding employment, housing, and healthcare, and to encourage support from various organizations, including state agencies, to help these formerly incarcerated individuals become productive members of society. The designation also prompts the Governor to issue a proclamation encouraging public officials and citizens to participate in activities and programs that observe Reentry Week.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee (on 02/28/2022)

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