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NJ SJR84

NJ SJR84
Designates July 16 of each year as "Atomic Veterans Day" in New Jersey.


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Introduced
05/16/2022
In Committee
06/27/2023
Crossed Over
06/26/2023
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Designates July 16 of each year as "Atomic Veterans Day" in New Jersey.

AI Summary

This Joint Resolution designates July 16th of each year as "Atomic Veterans Day" in New Jersey to honor the significant contributions of Atomic Veterans, who are defined as U.S. military members involved in nuclear tests between 1945 and 1962, or who served in or near Hiroshima and Nagasaki during specific periods. The resolution acknowledges that these veterans, including many from New Jersey, participated in numerous atmospheric nuclear weapons tests and faced challenges in obtaining medical care and compensation due to secrecy laws, even after these laws were repealed by Congress in 1996. The designation aims to recognize their patriotic service during a critical time in national defense, and the Governor is requested to issue a proclamation encouraging the observance of this day with appropriate activities.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 06/27/2023)

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