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NJ SJR39

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Parker Space

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates The Growing Stage Children's Theatre of New Jersey as the official New Jersey State children's theatre
  • The Growing Stage is a professional Actors' Equity Association member theatre located in the historic Palace Theatre in Netcong, NJ
  • Founded in 1981, the theatre has produced over 100 shows with 1,500 performances and entertained over 250,000 people
  • The organization saved and restored the Palace Theatre in 1994, raising over $1 million for the renovation; the venue is now on both the national and State Register of Historic Places
  • The theatre's mission focuses on nurturing performing arts education for children and families, including outreach to underserved communities

Legislative Description

Designates The Growing Stage Children's Theatre of New Jersey as New Jersey State children's theatre.

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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