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NJ SJR146

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

6/2/2025

Primary Sponsor

Carmen Amato

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates June 1 of each year as "Robert 'Bob' Popovics Day" in New Jersey to honor the longtime Seaside Park resident who passed away on November 1, 2024

  • Robert Popovics served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War

  • Popovics was a renowned fly fisherman, master fly tyer, and founder/CEO of Pop Fleyes, a custom fly tying and educational company

  • His groundbreaking fly designs and community meetings led to the creation of the Atlantic Saltwater Flyrodders organization

  • Requests the Governor to annually issue a proclamation recognizing the designated day

Legislative Description

Designates June 1 of each year as "Robert 'Bob' Popovics Day" in New Jersey.

State and Local Government

Last Action

Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee

6/12/2025

Committee Referrals

State and Local Government6/12/2025
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/14/2025

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