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NJ SJR44
Joint Resolution
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Latham Tiver
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AI Summary
- Designates the fourth Sunday of October each year as "Football Tight Ends Day" in New Jersey
- Requests the Governor to annually issue a proclamation recognizing the day and calling upon public officials and citizens to observe it with appropriate activities and programs
- Acknowledges New Jersey's football legacy as the birthplace of college football and home to MetLife Stadium where the Giants and Jets play
- Recognizes notable New Jersey tight ends including NFL players Mike Gesicki, Eric Ebron, Anthony Firkser, former All-Pro Greg Olsen, and U.S. Senator Cory Booker who played the position at Stanford
- Aligns with "National Tight Ends Day" created by San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle in 2019 to honor the often-overlooked position
Legislative Description
Designates fourth Sunday of October of each year as "Football Tight Ends 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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