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NJ SJR82

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carmen Amato

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates August 30 of each year as "Keith Pinto Day" in New Jersey
  • Keith Pinto was a 19-year-old lifeguard from Toms River who was fatally struck by lightning on August 30, 2021, while working at South Seaside Park beach in Berkeley Township
  • Governor Murphy previously ordered flags flown at half-staff on September 3, 2021, in recognition of Pinto's death via Executive Order No. 258
  • Berkeley Township has already renamed the beach where he worked to "Keith Pinto Memorial Beach" and the adjacent street to "Keith Pinto Way"
  • Requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation calling on state agencies, organizations, and citizens to observe the day with commemorative activities

Legislative Description

Designates August 30 of each year as "Keith Pinto 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

2/5/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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