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NJ AJR29
NJ AJR29Designates neon yellow as official color to raise awareness of suicide among veterans.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This joint resolution designates neon yellow (pantone 395) as the official color in New Jersey for raising awareness of veteran suicide. The neon yellow color would be called Vet 22 in New Jersey as it is called in Pennsylvania. The color Vet 22 derives its name from the startling statistic that 22 veterans take their own lives each day and is designed to enlist support in the fight against veteran suicide. In New Jersey, as of September 30, 2018, there are approximately 340,560 veterans in this State, of which approximately 25,680 are women. The residents of New Jersey have a responsibility to be proactive and help our veterans who suffer from the deepest, invisible wounds of war and conflict before these veterans take their own lives. The health and well-being of the courageous men and women who served in uniform are of the highest priority for this State. It is therefore proper and fitting for the State of New Jersey to illustrate its support for its veterans and their emotional and mental health by designating Vet 22 or neon yellow as the official color to raise awareness of veteran suicide.
AI Summary
This joint resolution designates neon yellow (Pantone 395), referred to as "Vet 22," as the official color in New Jersey to raise awareness about veteran suicide. The resolution is rooted in alarming statistics from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, which reported that an average of 22 veterans commit suicide daily, and that veterans' suicide rates are significantly higher than those of non-veterans. As of September 2018, New Jersey has approximately 340,560 veterans, including 25,680 women, and the resolution aims to draw attention to the mental health challenges faced by these service members. The color Vet 22 is intended to send a compassionate message of support and help bring visibility to the invisible wounds of war and conflict. By designating this specific shade of neon yellow, the state seeks to demonstrate its commitment to supporting veterans' emotional and mental well-being and to encourage awareness of available support programs for those struggling with mental health issues.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 01/09/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/AJR29 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/AJR/29_I1.HTM |
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