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NJ SJR124

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Angela Mcknight

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates the first Sunday of May each year as "National Centenarian Day" in New Jersey to honor residents who have reached 100 years of age

  • Requests the Governor to annually issue a proclamation calling on public officials and citizens to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs

  • Notes there are currently over 570,000 centenarians worldwide according to the United Nations

  • Recognizes centenarians as witnesses to major historical events including the Great Depression, world wars, the invention of television, space exploration, and the digital revolution

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

Legislative Description

Designates first Sunday of May of each year as "National Centenarian Day" in New Jersey.

Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens3/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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