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NJ AJR125
NJ AJR125Designates December of 3rd of each year as "International Day of Persons with Disabilities."
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This joint resolution designates December of 3rd of each year as "International Day of Persons with Disabilities" in New Jersey to State promote the public understanding of the inequalities that exclude people living with disabilities, mobilize support for the dignity, rights, and well-being of persons with disabilities, and increase awareness of the gains derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life. The joint resolution respectfully requests the Governor to annually issue a proclamation recognizing December of 3rd as "International Day of Persons with Disabilities" in New Jersey and calls upon public officials and the citizens of New Jersey to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
AI Summary
This joint resolution designates December 3rd of each year as "International Day of Persons with Disabilities" in New Jersey, aiming to increase public understanding of the inequalities faced by people with disabilities, rally support for their dignity, rights, and well-being, and highlight the benefits of their inclusion in all aspects of life. The resolution acknowledges the United Nations' (UN) proclamation of this day in 1992 to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities globally and notes how the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated existing disparities, making disability inclusion even more critical. It respectfully requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation recognizing this day and urges New Jersey's officials and citizens to observe it with suitable activities and programs.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/AJR125 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/AJR/125_I1.HTM |
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