NJ SJR114

Designates July of each year as "Self-Care Awareness Month" in New Jersey

Authorizes the Governor to annually issue a proclamation recognizing the month and call upon public officials and residents to observe it with appropriate activities and programs

Defines self-care as making healthy lifestyle choices, practicing good hygiene, preventing illness, monitoring health changes, and knowing when to self-treat versus consult healthcare practitioners

Cites economic benefits including an Information Resources, Inc. study finding each dollar spent on over-the-counter medicines saves the healthcare system more than seven dollars, totaling over $146 billion in annual savings

Sponsored by Senator Angela V. McKnight of District 31 (Hudson) and introduced March 12, 2026