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NJ AJR157
Joint Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carol Murphy
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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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