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NJ SJR68
NJ SJR68Expresses support for end to hostilities between Israel and Palestine, and hopes for peace and respect between Israel and Palestine.
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Introduced
01/29/2024
01/29/2024
In Committee
01/29/2024
01/29/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This joint resolution expresses the Legislature's support for the end of hostilities between Israel and Palestine, and expresses hopes for peace and respect between the two countries. Since October 7, 2023, many innocent civilians have lost their lives and many more have been injured as a result of hostilities and other human tragedies in Israel and Palestine. This State, through many of its community members, has personal connections to non-combatant victims and residents in Israel and Palestine and thus sheds its tears for all the children and families harmed in this conflict. This Legislature recognizes the thousands of innocent lives lost, extends its deepest condolences, and hopes for a quick end to all hostilities and the complete restoration of peace in the region. The citizens of both Israel and Palestine deserve to live in peace and harmony forged by a sense of freedom, dignity, and country. This Legislature is committed to supporting a peaceful coexistence among the State's diverse communities and rejects any kind of hatred and bigotry. Many in this State, and specifically this Legislature, take a pledge to "stand up for the other" which means, "while interacting with members of my own faith, or ethnic, or gender community, or with others, if I hear hateful comments from anyone about members of any other community, I pledge to stand up for the other and speak up to challenge bigotry in any form." This Legislature seeks to convey to all communities this pledge and requests every member of the State to "stand up for the other."
AI Summary
This joint resolution expresses the New Jersey Legislature's strong stance against hate and discrimination in response to the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict that began on October 7, 2023. The resolution acknowledges the significant loss of innocent civilian lives and offers condolences to all affected communities, emphasizing the need for peace, respect, and coexistence between Israelis and Palestinians. The Legislature commits to supporting diverse communities, rejecting bigotry, and promoting a pledge to "stand up for the other" by challenging hateful comments about any community. Specifically, the resolution declares zero tolerance for discrimination based on race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, gender, or any other characteristic, and seeks to ensure the safety and respect of Jewish, Palestinian, Israeli, Arab, Muslim, and all state residents. The resolution calls for an end to hostilities, hopes for a lasting and just peace, and requests that copies be sent to the President of the United States and New Jersey's congressional representatives, with the joint resolution taking effect immediately.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 01/29/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/SJR68 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/SJR/68_I1.HTM |
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