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NJ AJR156

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carol Murphy

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates October of each year as "Humanities Month" in New Jersey to recognize the benefits arts and humanities provide to state citizens
  • Requests the Governor to annually issue a proclamation recognizing the month and calling upon educational and cultural institutions to observe it with appropriate activities and programs
  • Aligns with National Arts and Humanities Month, which has been celebrated in October since 1993
  • Recognizes New Jersey's artistic heritage, including being home to the first American composers, first African-American recording artist, first American sculptor, and birthplace of motion pictures
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Designates October of each year as "Humanities Month" in New Jersey.

Tourism, Gaming and the Arts

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Tourism, Gaming and the Arts Committee

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Tourism, Gaming and the Arts3/10/2026

Full Bill Text

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