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NJ AJR132

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 19th of each year as "Mike 'Doc' Emrick Day" in New Jersey, commemorating the date he announced his retirement from broadcasting in 2020
  • Honors Dr. Mike Emrick's 21-year career as play-by-play announcer for the New Jersey Devils and his broadcasting of over 3,750 hockey matches
  • Recognizes Emrick as the first broadcaster inducted into the United States Hockey Hall of Fame in 2011, along with induction into six additional halls of fame
  • Requests the Governor to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs

Legislative Description

Designates October 19th of each year as "Mike 'Doc' Emrick Day" in NJ.

State and Local Government

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

State and Local Government2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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