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Introduced
02/12/2024
02/12/2024
In Committee
02/12/2024
02/12/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This resolution designates October of each year as "Walk to School Month." Walking and biking to school are beneficial for children, their families, their schools, and their communities. Walking and biking bring physical and health benefits to children and their families by providing regular exercise. This reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, making the whole family healthier. The more families who walk to school, the fewer vehicles there are on the road which reduces traffic and air pollution. The benefits also extend to the school and community with lower road maintenance costs. In order to fully realize the benefits of more children walking to school, communities and schools must do their part in planning safe routes for families to walk. This can mean placing or repairing sidewalks along busy roadways, introducing traffic calming measures near schools, or installing pedestrian signals at intersections. It is important that parents, school officials, and community leaders work together to ensure safe walking and biking routes to schools for families in their community. By recognizing "Walk to School Month," the State encourages all schools and communities to promote the benefits of walking or biking to school.
AI Summary
This joint resolution designates October of each year as "Walk to School Month," aiming to promote and encourage children walking or biking to school. The resolution highlights multiple benefits of this practice, including increased physical activity that can reduce the risk of obesity and diabetes, lower air pollution by decreasing vehicle traffic, and improve community safety. It calls on the Governor to issue an annual proclamation recognizing the month and encourages public officials, private organizations, and citizens to participate in appropriate events and activities. The resolution emphasizes that walking or biking to school not only benefits children's health but also contributes to community engagement, reduces road maintenance costs, and creates safer neighborhood environments. By designating a specific month, the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the importance of active transportation and community planning that supports safe routes for children traveling to and from school.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 02/12/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/AJR141 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/AJR/141_I1.HTM |
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