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NJ AJR128

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carol Murphy

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates October of each year as "Cyber Security Awareness Month" in New Jersey to educate residents about internet risks and responsible online behavior

  • Requires the Governor to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials, private organizations, and citizens to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs

  • Recognizes that in 2016, 687 cyber data breaches affecting over 116,000 New Jersey account holders were reported to the Division of State Police

  • Aligns New Jersey with the federal designation by the President, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and National Cyber Security Alliance recognizing October as National Cyber Security Awareness Month

  • Acknowledges the role of the New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell in threat analysis, information sharing, and incident reporting to protect residents and businesses

Legislative Description

Designates October of each year as "Cyber Security Awareness Month."

Science, Innovation and Technology

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Science, Innovation and Technology2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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