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NJ AJR46
NJ AJR46Designates first week of May of each year as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week."
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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 first week of May as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" in New Jersey to raise public awareness of mental health and mental illness in children. Mental illness can adversely affect children in many ways, including increasing the likelihood of a child being suspended from school, abusing drugs or alcohol, or ending up in the juvenile justice system. Many children with mental health disorders do not receive treatment for their illnesses, due to poor understanding of mental illness and treatment options, stigma, or lack of access to treatment.
AI Summary
This joint resolution designates the first week of May each year as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week" in New Jersey to increase public understanding of mental health and mental illness in children, recognizing that mental illnesses are medical conditions that can significantly impact a child's development and well-being, potentially leading to issues like school suspensions, substance abuse, or involvement with the juvenile justice system, and acknowledging that many children do not receive necessary treatment due to stigma, lack of understanding, or limited access to care.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (10)
Ellen Park (D)*,
Gabriel Rodriguez (D)*,
Shanique Speight (D)*,
David Bailey (D),
Margie Donlon (D),
Mitchelle Drulis (D),
Roy Freiman (D),
Luanne Peterpaul (D),
Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D),
Anthony Verrelli (D),
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health 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/AJR46 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/AJR/46_I1.HTM |
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