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NJ SJR23

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Douglas Steinhardt

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates June 1 of each year as "Tae Kwon Do Day" in New Jersey
  • Requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation recognizing the day and calling upon state agencies, organizations, and citizens to observe it with appropriate activities and programs
  • Recognizes Tae Kwon Do as a traditional Korean martial art practiced in over 200 countries that became an official Olympic sport in 2000
  • Acknowledges the martial art's physical, mental, and social benefits including improved flexibility, stress relief, self-confidence, and community building through group training
  • Sponsored by Senator Douglas J. Steinhardt of District 23 (Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren counties) for the 2026 legislative session

Legislative Description

Designates June 1 of each year as "Tae Kwon Do Day" in NJ.

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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