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Introduced
05/08/2023
05/08/2023
In Committee
05/08/2023
05/08/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This joint resolution designates the first full week of March as "Civic Learning Week" in New Jersey to encourage schools and civic organizations to hold educational programs regarding civic duty and urge New Jersey citizens to reflect upon the importance of their civic duty and responsibilities. Research has shown the importance of engaging and educating the youth of their civic duty and responsibility. Students involved in school or community based civic activities have elevated psychological well-being, increased academic engagement, and have displayed more involvement in activities than peers who were not involved in these activities. Communities are more united when their youth participate in civic engagement activities and philanthropy. Service learning projects, civic duty educational outreach programs, class discussions, and extracurricular civic activities are some of the many ways that students can learn the importance of civic engagement. This joint resolution would designate the first week of March of each year as "Civic Learning Week" to encourage schools and civic organizations to hold educational programs regarding civic duty and urge residents of New Jersey citizens to reflect upon the importance of their civic duty and responsibilities in order to uphold the democratic values of this state and nation.
AI Summary
This Joint Resolution designates the first full week of March each year as "Civic Learning Week" in New Jersey, aiming to promote civic education and engagement. Civic duty refers to the responsibilities citizens have to their community, and civic responsibility is crucial for a successful democracy and philanthropy. The resolution highlights research showing that youth involvement in civic activities leads to better well-being, academic success, and stronger communities, and encourages schools and civic organizations to host educational programs about civic duty, urging all New Jersey residents to reflect on their roles and responsibilities as citizens to uphold democratic values.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 05/08/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/AJR225 | 03/30/2023 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/AJR/225_I1.HTM | 05/09/2023 |
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