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NJ SR38
Resolution
Status
Introduced
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Linda Greenstein
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AI Summary
- Urges the U.S. Congress to designate Election Day (the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November) as a federal holiday
- Notes that eight states, including New Jersey, and Puerto Rico have already made Election Day a state holiday to encourage civic participation
- Cites that only about half of eligible voters participate in national general elections, with conflicting schedules being a leading cause for not voting
- Points to higher voter turnout in countries like Belgium, Austria, France, Germany, Australia, and New Zealand where elections occur on weekends
- Directs copies of the resolution to be sent to congressional leadership and New Jersey's congressional delegation
Legislative Description
Urges Congress to make Election Day federal holiday in US.
2nd Reading in the Senate
Last Action
Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
10/24/2024
Committee Referrals
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/9/2024
Full Bill Text
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