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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Over one million women and hundreds of thousands of men experience some form of domestic violence by a partner or family member every year in the United States. According to the 2017 statistical report prepared by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts, more than 40,000 domestic violence complaints were made in 2017 in the State of New Jersey. Domestic violence is a serious problem affecting people of all ages as well as racial, ethnic, gender, economic, and religious backgrounds. The devastating effects of domestic violence include physical injury, psychological trauma, or in some cases even death. Domestic violence has both an immediate and long-term negative impact on the health of the victims and studies have shown a link between domestic violence and a myriad of health problems, including: smoking, diabetes, obesity, eating disorders, and substance abuse. Emotional and physical consequences of continued abuse can be severe and greater awareness may help prevent domestic violence in our communities and confirm our commitment to the protection of those who are most vulnerable.
AI Summary
This joint resolution designates October of each year as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in New Jersey to increase public understanding of domestic violence, which encompasses physical, emotional, or mental abuse within familial or intimate relationships and affects people of all backgrounds, leading to severe physical and psychological harm, including death, and significant economic and health consequences. The resolution also requests the Governor to annually issue a proclamation encouraging public officials and citizens to observe this month with appropriate activities and programs to help prevent domestic violence and protect vulnerable individuals.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/SJR54 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/SJR/54_I1.HTM |
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