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NJ SJR40
Joint Resolution
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Parker Space
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AI Summary
- Designates the first Sunday in May each year as "Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day" in New Jersey to honor volunteer and career firefighters who died in the line of duty
- Requires the Governor to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs
- Urges all State and local government agencies to fly U.S. and New Jersey flags at half-staff on this day
- Recognizes more than 35,000 volunteer and career firefighters serving in New Jersey, with approximately 145 on-duty fatalities reported between 1990 and 2024
- Aligns with National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day, when federal buildings fly flags at half-staff
Legislative Description
Designates first Sunday in May of each year as "Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day."
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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