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NJ AJR26
NJ AJR26Designates October 27th of each year as "Tree of Life Remembrance Day" in New Jersey.
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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
On October 27, 2018, a mass shooting fueled by religious and ethnic animus towards Jewish people occurred at Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The senseless act of violence resulted in the loss of eleven innocent lives and injury to six others. The people of New Jersey share the grief of the families and friends of those who were injured or killed, and the designation of October 27th of each year as "Tree of Life Remembrance Day" would allow New Jersey residents to annually recognize the victims of that mass shooting and honor their memories.
AI Summary
This joint resolution designates October 27th as "Tree of Life Remembrance Day" in New Jersey to commemorate the tragic mass shooting that occurred on October 27, 2018, at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The resolution highlights the devastating incident in which eleven innocent people were killed and six others were injured during morning religious services, an act fueled by religious and ethnic hatred towards the Jewish community. The resolution aims to honor the memories of the victims and recognize the profound impact of this senseless violence, emphasizing that houses of worship should be safe spaces of community and reflection. It requires the Governor to issue an annual proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs, thereby ensuring that the memory of this tragedy is preserved and that communities stand united against hate and violence.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (6)
Robert Karabinchak (D)*,
Gary Schaer (D)*,
Sterley Stanley (D)*,
Roy Freiman (D),
Lisa Swain (D),
Chris Tully (D),
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste 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/AJR26 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/AJR/26_I1.HTM |
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