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2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-155 - "Mesothelioma Awareness Day," September 26; designated.

36:2-155 "Mesothelioma Awareness Day," September 26; designated.
1. September 26 of each year is designated as "Mesothelioma Awareness Day" in New Jersey, in order to promote increased public awareness about Mesothelioma, its causes and symptoms, and the need for effective treatments for the disease. L.2010, J.R.1, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-158 - Annual observance.

36:2-158 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials, health care providers and the citizens of this State to observe "Pain Awareness Month." The Governor is also urged to encourage these individuals to learn more about pain management by participating in appropriate activities and programs designed to educate the citizens of this State about acute and chronic pain, and the importance of appropriate and effective pain management.
L.2010, J.R.2, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-159 - "Immunization Awareness Month," August; designated.

36:2-159 "Immunization Awareness Month," August; designated.
1. The month of August of each year is designated as "Immunization Awareness Month" in New Jersey in order to promote public awareness about the safety and effectiveness of immunizations and their importance for preventing disease and death.
L.2010, J.R.3, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-162 - Annual observance.

36:2-162 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials, health care professionals, and the citizens of this State to observe the week with appropriate activities and programs designed to raise public awareness of this significant community health issue and effective measures for preventing falls among the senior citizens of this State.
L.2010, J.R.4, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-163 - "Crime Victims' Rights Week"; last full week in April; designated.

36:2-163 "Crime Victims' Rights Week"; last full week in April; designated.
1. The Legislature hereby designates the last full week in April of each year as "Crime Victims' Rights Week" in New Jersey. In so doing, the Legislature will be drawing attention to victims' rights and ensure that every individual who is victimized by crime is provided compassionate and adequate support to recover from the impact of crime and is given the opportunity to participate fully in the criminal justice system.
L.2010, J.R.5, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-165 - "Teen Cancer Awareness Week," third week in January; designated.

36:2-165 "Teen Cancer Awareness Week," third week in January; designated.
1. The third week in January of each year is designated as "Teen Cancer Awareness Week" in the State of New Jersey in order to promote awareness about teen cancers and the unique medical and social needs of teens with cancer.
L.2010, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-167 - "Asperger's Syndrome Awareness Week"; designated.

36:2-167 "Asperger's Syndrome Awareness Week"; designated.
1. The second full week in April of each year is designated as "Asperger's Syndrome Awareness Week" in the State of New Jersey to foster an awareness and understanding of Asperger's Syndrome.
L.2011, J.R.1, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-168 - Annual observance.

36:2-168 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens of this State to observe "Asperger's Syndrome Awareness Week" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2011, J.R.1, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-169 - "Aphasia Awareness Month," June; designated.

36:2-169 "Aphasia Awareness Month," June; designated.
1. The month of June in each year is designated as "Aphasia Awareness Month" in New Jersey in order to raise public awareness of this often-misunderstood communication disorder, and to honor the work of the Adler Aphasia Center which provides unique rehabilitation and support services to people with aphasia and their families.
L.2011, J.R.2, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-171 - "Children's Dental Health Month," February; designated.

36:2-171 "Children's Dental Health Month," February; designated.
1. The month of February in each year is designated as "Children's Dental Health Month" in the State of New Jersey to increase public awareness of the importance of good oral health among all of New Jersey's children.
L.2011, J.R.3, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-172 - Annual observance.

36:2-172 Annual observance.
2. The Departments of State, Health and Senior Services and Human Services, and all other public and private entities entrusted with the health of the citizens of this State are urged to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2011, J.R.3, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-173 - "K9 Veterans Day," March 13; designated.

36:2-173 "K9 Veterans Day," March 13; designated.
1. March 13 of each year is designated as "K9 Veterans Day" in the State of New Jersey. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2011, c.54, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-174 - Women's History Month, March; designated.

36:2-174 Women's History Month, March; designated.
1. The month of March of each year is designated as Women's History Month in the State of New Jersey in recognition of the many accomplishments of American women and their contributions to the history of this nation and State.
L.2011, J.R.4, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-176 - "American Red Cross Month," March; designated.

36:2-176 "American Red Cross Month," March; designated.
1. March of each year shall be designated "American Red Cross Month," to promote awareness of the humanitarian efforts of the American Red Cross and to urge the citizens of this State to support the organization and its mission.
L.2011, J.R.5, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-177 - Annual observance.

36:2-177 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation recognizing March as "American Red Cross Month" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2011, J.R.5, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-178 - "Alcohol Awareness for New Jersey Youth Month," April; designated.

36:2-178 "Alcohol Awareness for New Jersey Youth Month," April; designated.
1. April of each year shall be designated "Alcohol Awareness for New Jersey Youth Month," to promote awareness of, and invite public and school sponsored discourse and assemblies on, the topic of underage alcohol consumption throughout this State.
L.2011, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-179 - Observance.

36:2-179 Observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing April as "Alcohol Awareness for New Jersey Youth Month" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials, local boards of education, school administrators, and the citizens of this State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2011, J.R.6, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-180 - "Lupus Awareness Month," May; designated.

36:2-180 "Lupus Awareness Month," May; designated.
1. The month of May is permanently designated as "Lupus Awareness Month" in New Jersey in order to promote public awareness about lupus, its symptoms, and the need for effective treatments for the disease, and to join the Lupus Foundation of America-New Jersey Chapter in advocating for increased funding for research, education, and community services for persons with the disease, their caregivers, and their families.
L.2011, J.R.7, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-182 - "Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Awareness Week."

36:2-182 "Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Awareness Week."
1. The third full week of May in each year is designated as "Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Awareness Week."
L.2011, J.R.8, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-184 - "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month," March; designated.

36:2-184 "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month," March; designated.
1. March of each year is designated as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey, and the citizens of New Jersey are urged to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2011, J.R.9, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-186 - "Donate Life Month," April; designated.

36:2-186 "Donate Life Month," April; designated.
3. The month of April in each year is designated as "Donate Life Month" in the State of New Jersey. The Governor shall issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2012, c.4, s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-187 - "Corrections Officer Day," July 30; designated.

36:2-187 "Corrections Officer Day," July 30; designated.
1. July 30 of each year shall be designated as "Corrections Officer Day" in the State of New Jersey in recognition of the dedicated service corrections officers have rendered to their fellow citizens.
L.2012, c.21, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-188 - Annual proclamation.

36:2-188 Annual proclamation.
2. The Governor shall issue annually a proclamation designating July 30 of each year as "Corrections Officer Day," and with the Legislature call upon all citizens of the State and all other public and private agencies and organizations to celebrate "Corrections Officer Day" by appropriate observance.
L.2012, c.21, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-189 - Flags flown at half-staff at correctional facilities.

36:2-189 Flags flown at half-staff at correctional facilities.
3. The Governor shall direct the staff at the State's correctional facilities to fly the flag of the United States and the State flag at half-staff in honor of all those corrections officers who have been killed in the line of duty.
L.2012, c.21, s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-192 - "Agent Orange Awareness Month," October; designated.

36:2-192 "Agent Orange Awareness Month," October; designated.
1. The Legislature of the State of New Jersey hereby declares October of every year as "Agent Orange Awareness Month," encourages all citizens and residents of this State to increase their awareness about the negative health effects associated with exposure to Agent Orange during the Vietnam war, and especially urges all Vietnam veterans to seek proper medical screening, and free medical care from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, when possible.
L.2012, J.R.3, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-194 - "Neuroendocrine Tumor Cancer Awareness Day," November 10; designated.

36:2-194 "Neuroendocrine Tumor Cancer Awareness Day," November 10; designated.
1. November 10 of each year is designated as "Neuroendocrine Tumor Cancer Awareness Day" in the State of New Jersey in recognition of the plight of those suffering from the disease, and in order to foster greater awareness and understanding both among the general public and within the medical community so that further research may be funded, treatments may improve, diagnoses may be more timely and accurate, and more lives may be saved.
L.2012, J.R.4, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-195 - Annual observance.

36:2-195 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation calling upon officials and the citizens of this State to observe "Neuroendocrine Tumor Cancer Awareness Day" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2012, J.R.4, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-196 - Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, May; designated.

36:2-196 Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, May; designated.
1. The month of May each year is designated as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in the State of New Jersey to acknowledge the positive impact the Asian Pacific American population has had on the State and its citizens and residents.
L.2012, J.R.5, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-197 - Annual observance.

36:2-197 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation and call upon public officials, private organizations, and all citizens and residents of this State to observe the month of May each year with appropriate events and activities.
L.2012, J.R.5, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-198 - "Displaced Homemakers Awareness Month," May; designated.

36:2-198 "Displaced Homemakers Awareness Month," May; designated.
1. The month of May is designated as "Displaced Homemakers Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey in order to recognize the grave challenges faced by the State's more than 750,000 displaced homemakers and to foster increased public attention to their situation.
L.2013, J.R.2, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-199 - Annual observance.

36:2-199 Annual observance.
2. The Legislature requests the Governor to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe "Displaced Homemakers Awareness Month" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2013, J.R.2, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-200 - "Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month," March; designated.

36:2-200 "Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month," March; designated.
1. March of each year is designated as "Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month."
L.2013, J.R.3, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-202 - "Human Trafficking Prevention Month," January; designated.

36:2-202 "Human Trafficking Prevention Month," January; designated.
1. The month of January of each year shall be designated as "Human Trafficking Prevention Month," to promote ongoing education about the signs and consequences of human trafficking, to recognize and advance efforts to end human trafficking in all of its forms, and to encourage support for the victims of human trafficking throughout the State of New Jersey and across the world.
L.2013, J.R.5, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-203 - Annual observance.

36:2-203 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation recognizing January as "Human Trafficking Prevention Month" in New Jersey and shall call upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2013, J.R.5, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-204 - "Human Trafficking Awareness Day," January 11; designated.

36:2-204 "Human Trafficking Awareness Day," January 11; designated.
1. January 11 of each year shall be designated as "Human Trafficking Awareness Day," to raise public awareness about the signs and consequences of human trafficking, to promote opposition to human trafficking in all of its forms, and to encourage support for the victims of human trafficking throughout the State of New Jersey and across the world.
L.2013, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-205 - Annual observance.

36:2-205 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation recognizing January 11 as "Human Trafficking Awareness Day" in New Jersey and shall call upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2013, J.R.6, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-206 - "Neonatal Alloimmune Thrombocytopenia Awareness Day," June 7; designated.

36:2-206 "Neonatal Alloimmune Thrombocytopenia Awareness Day," June 7; designated.
1. June 7th of each year is designated as "Neonatal Alloimmune Thrombocytopenia Awareness Day" to promote an awareness of the seriousness and the challenges of neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia and encourage parents to undergo testing and treatment as early as possible.
L.2013, J.R.7, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-207 - Annual observance.

36:2-207 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall issue a proclamation recognizing June 7th of each year as "Neonatal Alloimmune Thrombocytopenia Awareness Day" and calling upon public officials and the citizens of New Jersey to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2013, J.R.7, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-208 - "Children's Product Safety Awareness Month," November; designated.

36:2-208 "Children's Product Safety Awareness Month," November; designated.
1. The month of November of each year is designated as "Children's Product Safety Awareness Month" in New Jersey in order to increase public awareness of the importance of play in the lives of children and the need to be vigilant about the safety of children's products so that play can be safe, fun, and beneficial.
L.2013, J.R.8, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-209 - Annual observance.

36:2-209 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to issue a proclamation annually designating November as "Children's Product Safety Awareness Month" in New Jersey and calling upon the parents in this State to learn more about safe play and to review their children's products, and other products in the home to which children have access, to ensure that they meet federal safety standards.
L.2013, J.R.8, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-210 - Implementation of plan to increase public awareness.

36:2-210 Implementation of plan to increase public awareness.
3. The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs is respectfully requested to implement a plan to increase public awareness of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's recall notification website that makes people aware of unsafe, hazardous or defective products, especially those intended for children.
L.2013, J.R.8, s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-211 - "Clarence Clemons Day," January 11; designated.

36:2-211 "Clarence Clemons Day," January 11; designated.
1. January 11 of each year shall be designated "Clarence Clemons Day" in the State of New Jersey in recognition of the many accomplishments of Clarence Clemons and his artistic contributions to this State.
L.2013, J.R.9, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-213 - "Assistance Animal Recognition Day," Wednesday of second week of August; designated.

36:2-213 "Assistance Animal Recognition Day," Wednesday of second week of August; designated.
1. Wednesday of the second week of August each year is designated "Assistance Animal Recognition Day" in the State of New Jersey in order to highlight the important role that assistance animals play in the lives of persons with disabilities and to promote awareness of the rights of persons with disabilities and their assistance animals.
L.2013, J.R.10, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-215 - "National Dwarfism Awareness Month," October; designated.

36:2-215 "National Dwarfism Awareness Month," October; designated.
1. The month of October of each year shall be designated as "National Dwarfism Awareness Month" to promote public understanding of dwarfism, to improve efforts to support people with dwarfism and end discrimination towards them, and to celebrate their contributions to New Jersey's economic strength and social diversity.
L.2013, J.R.11, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-216 - Annual observance.

36:2-216 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation recognizing October as "National Dwarfism Awareness Month" in New Jersey and shall call upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2013, J.R.11, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-217 - "Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Awareness Month," November; designated.

36:2-217 "Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Awareness Month," November; designated.
1. The month of November of each year shall be designated as "Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Awareness Month" to raise awareness about this deadly disease's causes and considerable impacts on the citizens of this State and to promote improved prevention, detection, and treatment of the disease.
L.2013, J.R.12, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-218 - Annual observance.

36:2-218 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation recognizing November as "Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Awareness Month" in New Jersey and shall call upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2013, J.R.12, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-219 - "Turner Syndrome Awareness Month," February; designated.

36:2-219 "Turner Syndrome Awareness Month," February; designated.
1. The month of February of each year is designated as "Turner Syndrome Awareness Month" in New Jersey to increase awareness of Turner Syndrome among health care professionals and the general public.
L.2013, J.R.13, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-220 - Annual observance.

36:2-220 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation recognizing February as "Turner Syndrome Awareness Month" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials and the people of this State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2013, J.R.13, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-221 - "Disability History and Awareness Month," October; designated.

36:2-221 "Disability History and Awareness Month," October; designated.
1. October of each year is designated as "Disability History and Awareness Month" in New Jersey to foster awareness and understanding of the history, achievements, and experiences of people with disabilities.
L.2013, J.R.14, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-222 - Annual observance.

36:2-222 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing October as "Disability History and Awareness Month" in New Jersey and public officials and the citizens of this State are called upon to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2013, J.R.14, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-223 - Development, distribution of curriculum guidelines.

36:2-223 Development, distribution of curriculum guidelines.
3. The Commissioner of Education is urged to develop and distribute curriculum guidelines for the teaching of subjects and topics concerning and relating to disability history, people with disabilities, and the disability rights movement to each school district in the State and to encourage their adoption by such districts.
L.2013, J.R.14, s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-224 - "Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month," February; designated.

36:2-224 "Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month," February; designated.
1. February of each year is designated as "Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month" in New Jersey in order to promote public awareness and increase prevention of teen dating violence.
L.2013, J.R.15, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-225 - Annual observance.

36:2-225 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing February as "Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials, high schools, law enforcement agencies, the citizens of the State, and other interested groups to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2013, J.R.15, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-226 - "Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Awareness Month," June; designated.

36:2-226 "Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Awareness Month," June; designated.
1. The month of June is designated as "Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey in recognition of the struggles faced by the people and families afflicted by the disorder and to raise awareness of this little-known condition.
L.2013, J.R.16, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-227 - Annual observance.

36:2-227 Annual observance.
2. The Legislature requests the Governor to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of New Jersey to observe "Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Awareness Month" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2013, J.R.16, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-228 - "Patient Advocate Day," November 15; designated.

36:2-228 "Patient Advocate Day," November 15; designated.
1. November 15 of each year is designated as "Patient Advocate Day" in New Jersey in order to affirm the commitment of this State to achieving the goal of progressive, fiscally sound, fair, and effective health care for every New Jersey citizen, and to stand in voice and action as an advocate for the patient now and in the future.
L.2013, J.R.17, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-229 - Annual observance.

36:2-229 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe "Patient Advocate Day" with appropriate activities and programs and to join with one another to bring the goal of progressive, fiscally sound, fair, and effective health care for every New Jersey citizen to fruition.
L.2013, J.R.17, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-230 - "Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Awareness Day," January 21; designated.

36:2-230 "Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Awareness Day," January 21; designated.
1. January 21 of each year shall be designated as "Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Awareness Day" to raise awareness of this disorder's signs and consequences, to highlight the behavioral health services available for children and adults coping with the disorder, and to promote innovations in diagnosing and treating the disorder.
L.2013, J.R.18, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-231 - Annual observance.

36:2-231 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation recognizing January 21 as "Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Awareness Day" in New Jersey and shall call upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2013, J.R.18, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-232 - "Doctors' Day," March 30; designated.

36:2-232 "Doctors' Day," March 30; designated.
1. March 30th is designated as "Doctors' Day" in the State of New Jersey in order to recognize physicians for the care they provide and the contributions they have made to advance the field of medicine.
L.2014, J.R.1, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-234 - "Military Appreciation Month," May; designated, annual observance.

36:2-234 "Military Appreciation Month," May; designated, annual observance.
1. a. The month of May of every year is hereby designated as "Military Appreciation Month" in New Jersey. All citizens and residents of this State are encouraged to recognize, honor, and show appreciation to all members of the United States Armed Forces, past and present, as well as their families.
b. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation declaring May of every year as "Military Appreciation Month" in New Jersey and, with the Legislature, call upon the citizens of this State to recognize this month with appropriate activities, programs, and events.
L.2014, c.18, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-235 - "Dominican Pride Day," second Saturday in July; designated.

36:2-235 "Dominican Pride Day," second Saturday in July; designated.
1. The second Saturday of July of each year is permanently designated as "Dominican Pride Day" in New Jersey, in recognition of the outstanding history and geography of the Dominican Republic and, most of all, the wonderful contributions of Dominican-Americans and other Dominicans to all aspects of American life and to this State.
L.2014, J.R.2, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-236 - "New Jersey Arts, Culture, History, and Tourism Month," June; designated.

36:2-236 "New Jersey Arts, Culture, History, and Tourism Month," June; designated.
1. The month of June is designated as "New Jersey Arts, Culture, History, and Tourism Month," in recognition of the State's numerous unique recreational, cultural, and historic attractions, and the vital role tourism plays in contributing to the State's well-being.
L.2014, J.R.3, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-237 - Annual observance.

36:2-237 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation and call upon public officials, private organizations, and all citizens and residents of this State to celebrate and experience the contribution these attractions make to the overall quality of life and economic prosperity of New Jersey.
L.2014, J.R.3, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-238 - "Veterans' Education Awareness Week," second full week in November; designated.

36:2-238 "Veterans' Education Awareness Week," second full week in November; designated.
1. The second full week in November of each year is designated as "Veterans' Education Awareness Week" in New Jersey in order to raise public awareness of the Post-9/11 GI bill, the educational benefits that veterans are entitled to, and the resources available to help veterans maximize their educational benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, including the use of the Operation College Promise website.
L.2014, J.R.4, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-240 - "Pollinator Week"; designated; annual observance.

36:2-240 "Pollinator Week"; designated; annual observance.
1. a. One week each year shall be designated as "Pollinator Week" which shall fall on the dates designated in the annual proclamation of "National Pollinator Week" by the United States Department of Agriculture, or such other appropriate federal agency, except that if the United States Department of Agriculture, or such other appropriate federal agency, fails to make such a proclamation by May 31st in any given year, then, in that year, the week beginning on the third Monday in June shall be designated as "Pollinator Week" in this State.
b. The Governor may annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the week with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2014, J.R.5, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-241 - "Children's Grief Awareness Day," third Thursday in November; designated.

36:2-241 "Children's Grief Awareness Day," third Thursday in November; designated.
1. The third Thursday in November of each year is permanently designated as "Children's Grief Awareness Day" in New Jersey in order to raise public awareness about childhood bereavement and give the citizens of the State the opportunity to express their support for the thousands of children and teens living in New Jersey who have suffered the loss of a loved one and recognize the efforts of local grief centers, such as Common Ground Grief Center in Manasquan, Good Grief in Morristown, and The Alcove Center for Grieving Children in Northfield, for their work on behalf of grieving children and teens.
L.2014, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-242 - Annual observance.

36:2-242 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing the third Thursday in November as "Children's Grief Awareness Day" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials, the citizens of the State, and other interested groups to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2014, J.R.6, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-243 - "Horticultural Therapy Week," third full week in March; designated.

36:2-243 "Horticultural Therapy Week," third full week in March; designated.
1. The third full week in March of each year is designated as "Horticultural Therapy Week" in New Jersey to increase public awareness of the importance of horticultural therapy in improving the quality of life for all and increasing opportunities for each individual to experience the endless benefits of the people-plant connection.
L.2015, J.R.1, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-244 - Annual observance.

36:2-244 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall issue a proclamation recognizing the third full week in March of each year as "Horticultural Therapy Week" and calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the week with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2015, J.R.1, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-245 - "General Aviation Appreciation Month," May; designated.

36:2-245 "General Aviation Appreciation Month," May; designated.
1. The month of May of each year shall be designated as "General Aviation Appreciation Month" in the State of New Jersey in recognition of the importance of general aviation.
L.2015, J.R.2, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-247 - "Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week," third week of October; designated.

36:2-247 "Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week," third week of October; designated.
1. The third week of October of each year is designated as "Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week" in the State of New Jersey in order to foster public awareness and understanding of male breast cancer and to encourage early detection and prompt treatment.
L.2015, J.R.3, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-249 - "Hunger Action Month," September; designated.

36:2-249 "Hunger Action Month," September; designated.
1. September of each year is designated as "Hunger Action Month" in New Jersey to inspire the citizens of the State to take action to help eradicate hunger in New Jersey and to raise public awareness of the 49 million people in the United States who live in food-insecure households.
L.2015, J.R.4, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-250 - Annual observance.

36:2-250 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing September as "Hunger Action Month" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials, the citizens of the State, and other interested groups to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2015, J.R.4, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-251 - "Gold Star Mothers Appreciation Month," September; designated.

36:2-251 "Gold Star Mothers Appreciation Month," September; designated.
1. The month of September of each year is designated as "Gold Star Mothers Appreciation Month" in recognition of and appreciation for the Gold Star Mothers who have suffered the supreme sacrifice of motherhood by losing sons and daughters in service with the United States Armed Forces.
L.2015, J.R.5, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-253 - "Linemen Appreciation Month," October; designated.

36:2-253 "Linemen Appreciation Month," October; designated.
1. The month of October of each year is designated as "Linemen Appreciation Month" in the State of New Jersey in recognition of the essential commitment, hard-work, and service linemen provide to residents of this State.
L.2015, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-255 - "ALS Awareness Day," "ALS Awareness Month"; designated.

36:2-255 "ALS Awareness Day," "ALS Awareness Month"; designated.
1. The third Wednesday in May of each year is designated as "ALS Awareness Day," and the month of May of each year is designated as "ALS Awareness Month" in New Jersey.
L.2015, J.R.7, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-256 - Annual observance.

36:2-256 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of the State to observe "ALS Awareness Day" and "ALS Awareness Month" with appropriate activities and programs to increase public awareness of ALS and the importance of research and funding to find a cure for the disease.
L.2015, J.R.7, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-257 - Dominican Restoration Day, August 16; designated.

36:2-257 Dominican Restoration Day, August 16; designated.
1. August 16 of each year is permanently designated as Dominican Restoration Day in New Jersey, in recognition of the outstanding history and geography of the Dominican Republic and, most of all, the wonderful contributions of Dominican-Americans and other Dominicans to all aspects of American life and to this State.
L.2015, J.R.8, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-258 - "Sarcoidosis Awareness Month," April; designated.

36:2-258 "Sarcoidosis Awareness Month," April; designated.
1. April of each year is designated as "Sarcoidosis Awareness Month" in New Jersey to raise public awareness about sarcoidosis and to encourage private citizens, public officials, community-based organizations, governmental agencies, and businesses to show support for people living with the disease.
L.2015, J.R.10, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-260 - "New Jersey Gleaning Week," third week in September; designated.

36:2-260 "New Jersey Gleaning Week," third week in September; designated.
1. The third week in September each year is designated as "New Jersey Gleaning Week," in order to promote awareness of food insecurity and food waste, and to encourage residents to participate in gleaning to provide fresh, healthy food to those in need.
L.2015, J.R.11, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-262 - Publicizing.

2. The Governor may annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens of the State to observe "New Jersey Gleaning Week" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2015, J.R.11, s.2.
36:2-262 Publicizing.
3. The Department of Agriculture shall take appropriate measures each year to publicize "New Jersey Gleaning Week."
L.2015, J.R.11, s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-263 - "Farmers Against Hunger Day," Wednesday of third week of September; designated.

36:2-263 "Farmers Against Hunger Day," Wednesday of third week of September; designated.
1. The Wednesday of the third week of September is designated as "Farmers Against Hunger Day" in order to recognize and promote the efforts of farmers, community organizations, businesses, and volunteers who donate and deliver fresh, healthy food to those in need.
L.2015, J.R.12, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-264 - Annual observance.

36:2-264 Annual observance.
2. The Governor may annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens of the State to observe "Farmers Against Hunger Day" with appropriate activities and programs, and to coordinate their activities and programs with those annually planned for "New Jersey Gleaning Week," established pursuant to J.R.11 of 2015.
L.2015, J.R.12, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-269 - "Hannah G. Solomon Day," January 14; designated.

36:2-269 "Hannah G. Solomon Day," January 14; designated.
1. January 14 of each year is designated as "Hannah G. Solomon Day" to commemorate the anniversary of the birth of Hannah Solomon, a founder and the inaugural president of the National Council for Jewish Women.
L.2015, J.R.14, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-271 - "Consumer Protection Week," first week of March; designated.

36:2-271 "Consumer Protection Week," first week of March; designated.
1. a. The first week of March of each year is designated as "Consumer Protection Week" in New Jersey, in conjunction with "National Consumer Protection Week," in order to educate citizens and increase public awareness of consumer rights and protections.
b. The Governor is respectfully requested to issue a proclamation annually designating the first week of March of each year as "Consumer Protection Week" in New Jersey and calling upon the Division of Consumer Affairs, consumer advocates, and consumers in this State to observe the week with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2016, J.R.1, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-272 - "Adult Vaccine Preventable Disease Awareness and Improvement Month," August; designated.

36:2-272 "Adult Vaccine Preventable Disease Awareness and Improvement Month," August; designated.
1. August of each year is designated as "Adult Vaccine Preventable Disease Awareness and Improvement Month" in New Jersey to increase public awareness of the importance of adults receiving vaccines against preventable diseases and to promote outreach and education efforts concerning adult vaccination.
L.2016, J.R.2, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-273 - Promotion to raise public awareness.

36:2-273 Promotion to raise public awareness.
2. The Department of Health shall take appropriate action to promote Adult Vaccine Preventable Disease Awareness and Improvement Month, including urging health care practitioners to discuss vaccines for preventable diseases with adult patients and adopting appropriate programs and initiatives to raise public awareness of the importance of adult vaccination.
L.2016, J.R.2, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-274 - "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month," November; designated.

36:2-274 "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month," November; designated.
1. November of each year is designated as "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey to help preserve the health of the residents of the State by fostering awareness and understanding of this deadly disease.
L.2016, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-276 - "New Jersey Careers in Utilities Week," third week in October; designated.

36:2-276 "New Jersey Careers in Utilities Week," third week in October; designated.
1. The third week in October of each year is designated as "New Jersey Careers in Utilities Week" in New Jersey to recognize the State's investor-owned public utility workforce and the various employment opportunities public utilities offer to thousands of hard working men and women, contributing to the welfare and prosperity of this State.
L.2016, J.R.7, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-277 - Annual observance.

36:2-277 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to issue an annual proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens of this State to observe "New Jersey Careers in Utilities Week" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2016, J.R.7, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-278 - "Shuck, Sip, and Slurp Weekend," third weekend in October; designated.

36:2-278 "Shuck, Sip, and Slurp Weekend," third weekend in October; designated.
1. The third weekend in October of each year is designated as the "Shuck, Sip, and Slurp Weekend" for the promotion of New Jersey oysters, wine, and beer.
L.2016, J.R.8, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-279 - Annual observance.

36:2-279 Annual observance.
2. The Governor may annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens of the State to observe the "Shuck, Sip, and Slurp Weekend" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2016, J.R.8, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-283 - "Night of Conversation," November 19th; designated.

36:2-283 "Night of Conversation," November 19th; designated.
1. November 19th of each year, or the Thursday one week before Thanksgiving if the 19th falls on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, is designated as the "Night of Conversation" in which families are encouraged to talk about substance use disorder.
L.2016, J.R.12, s.1; amended 2023, c.177, s.117.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-285 - Senator Joseph Palaia Day, February 3rd; designated.

36:2-285 Senator Joseph Palaia Day, February 3rd; designated.
1. February 3rd of each year is designated as Senator Joseph Palaia Day in the State of New Jersey in recognition of his many outstanding contributions to this State.
L.2017, J.R.1, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-287 - "Go Gold for Kids with Cancer Awareness Week," third week in September; designated.

36:2-287 "Go Gold for Kids with Cancer Awareness Week," third week in September; designated.
1. The third week in September of each year is designated as "Go Gold for Kids with Cancer Awareness Week" in the State of New Jersey in order to encourage public and private schools to participate in activities that encourage youth to develop a better understanding of childhood cancers and build compassion for children battling cancer.
L.2017, J.R.2, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-288 - Annual observance.

36:2-288 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens of the State to observe "Go Gold for Kids with Cancer Awareness Week" with appropriate activities and programs , and requesting public officials and citizens of the State to wear a gold ribbon, which is the international awareness symbol for childhood cancer.
L.2017, J.R.2, s.2.