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NJ AJR157

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carol Murphy

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates October 22nd as "Stuttering Awareness Day" in New Jersey, aligning with International Stuttering Awareness Day
  • Designates the second full week of May as "Stuttering Awareness Week" in New Jersey, coinciding with National Stuttering Awareness Week
  • Requests the Governor to annually issue proclamations calling upon public officials and citizens to observe both occasions with appropriate activities and programs
  • Aims to promote awareness of support and treatment services available to the estimated three million Americans who stutter
  • Recognizes that stuttering affects approximately one percent of the world's population and can impact quality of life, relationships, and job opportunities

Legislative Description

Designates 22nd day in October of each year as "Stuttering Awareness Day" and second full week in May of each year as "Stuttering Awareness Week."

Health

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Health3/10/2026

Full Bill Text

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