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NJ SR76
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
Benjie Wimberly
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AI Summary
- Expresses support for International Mother Language Day, celebrated annually on February 21 to promote linguistic diversity and multilingualism
- February 21 commemorates the 1952 deaths of students in Bangladesh who demonstrated for recognition of Bengali as a national language
- Highlights UNESCO data showing approximately 6,000 of the world's 8,000+ languages are classified as "endangered" with potential to disappear within generations
- Notes over 350 languages are spoken in the United States, including at least 160 Native North American languages, of which more than 115 are already extinct
- Directs copies of the resolution be sent to the UNESCO Director-General and all New Jersey members of Congress
Legislative Description
Supports goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
2/24/2026
Committee Referrals
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation2/24/2026
Full Bill Text
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