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Introduced Session

This Assembly resolution recognizes the historical importance and cultural significance of Hinchliffe Stadium to the State of New Jersey. This resolution also recognizes the significance of an annual football game between Montclair State University and William Paterson University at Hinchliffe Stadium as a sporting event that honors the history and legacy of the stadium. Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson, New Jersey is one of only two surviving Negro League stadiums in the nation and holds immense historical significance as a landmark of sports culture. The stadium, built in 1932, was renovated and reopened in 2023 as a 10,000 seat stadium, and features the Charles J. Muth Museum, a treasure trove of baseball's past. The preservation of historic sites like Hinchliffe Stadium is vital for educating future generations about the contributions of African American athletes to American sports and society. Montclair State University and William Paterson University have a longstanding football rivalry. The annual game between the two institutions is a celebrated event that brings together students, alumni, and the community. Plans to hold the annual rivalry game at Hinchliffe Stadium will not only honor the legacy of the stadium, but also promote its historical and cultural significance.

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Shavonda Sumter (D)*,  Michael Venezia (D)*,  Rosaura Bagolie (D),  Linda Carter (D),  Dan Hutchison (D),  Cody Miller (D),  Carmen Morales (D),  Ellen Park (D),  Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D),  William Sampson (D),  Shanique Speight (D), 

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee (on 09/12/2024)

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