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NJ SJR24
NJ SJR24Designates second week of September of each year as "Library Awareness Week in New Jersey."
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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
This joint resolution designates the second week of September of each year as "Library Awareness Week in New Jersey." Libraries are critical institutions and dynamic centers of lifelong learning that play a unique role in ensuring the public's right to know and empowering people from all walks of life to make informed decisions about the world around them. Libraries also play a key role in the national discourse on intellectual freedom and equity of access to information and are the cornerstone of our democracy. It is therefore appropriate to foster public pride and support of the State's libraries, promote awareness and use of their valuable resources, and recognize the many contributions of library professionals by establishing a "Library Awareness Week in New Jersey."
AI Summary
This joint resolution designates the second week of September each year as "Library Awareness Week in New Jersey" to foster public support and promote the use of libraries and recognize the contributions of library professionals. The resolution highlights libraries as vital centers for lifelong learning, ensuring the public's right to know, empowering informed decision-making, and serving as cornerstones of democracy by providing access to information and bridging the digital divide with services like internet access. It also acknowledges the diverse community programs offered by libraries, such as children's story hours and educational instruction, and the dedication of library staff in assisting patrons. The resolution further emphasizes the role of libraries in the national discussion on intellectual freedom and equitable access to information, vital for a democratic society. The Governor is requested to issue an annual proclamation calling for the observation of this week with appropriate activities.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education 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/SJR24 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/SJR/24_I1.HTM |
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