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NJ SJR44

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Latham Tiver

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

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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