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NJ SJR125

NJ SJR125
Designates May of each year as "Older Americans Month" in New Jersey.


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Introduced
05/15/2023
In Committee
05/15/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This joint resolution designates May of each year as "Older Americans Month" in New Jersey to increase the public's awareness and understanding of the numerous contributions of New Jersey's older Americans and to rededicate our efforts to better serve the older Americans of New Jersey. The contributions and sacrifices that older Americans have made to this State and country are immeasurable. It is fitting for younger generations to show immense respect and gratitude to their elders, especially now, as society exits a pandemic that has posed unique challenges for older Americans. Whether older Americans retire in their fifties and sixties or continue working into their seventies and eighties, it is important to revere their experience, wisdom, and accomplishments in the workplace and in society. Ensuring the State's continued commitment to causes that help older Americans in New Jersey enjoy active, productive, and healthy lives safely and with dignity is paramount. Therefore, it is altogether fitting and proper to designate the month of May as "Older Americans Month" in New Jersey.

AI Summary

This Joint Resolution officially designates May of each year as "Older Americans Month" in New Jersey to acknowledge and celebrate the significant contributions of older individuals to the state's social, civic, and economic well-being, recognizing their continued value through vital community roles and their experience and wisdom. The resolution also aims to reaffirm the state's commitment to ensuring that older Americans can lead active, productive, healthy, safe, and dignified lives, especially in light of the unique challenges they have faced, including those posed by the recent pandemic and age discrimination in the workplace. Furthermore, it respectfully requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public observance of this month with appropriate activities and programs.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 05/15/2023)

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/SJR125 05/11/2023
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/SJR/125_I1.HTM 05/16/2023
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