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2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-24 - "Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month," "Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Day"; designated.

36:2-24. "Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month," "Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Day"; designated.
2. The month of November is permanently designated as "Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month" and the first Monday in November is permanently designated as "Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Day" in the State of New Jersey.
L.1991, c.319, s.2; amended 2007, c.66, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-25 - Recognition, encouragement, assistance.

36:2-25. Recognition, encouragement, assistance.
3. The Governor and the Legislature urge all citizens to recognize "Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month" and "Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Day," and to provide encouragement and assistance to those organizations that offer educational, advocacy and support services for Alzheimer's victims and their caregivers.
L.1991, c.319, s.3; amended 2007, c.66, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-26 - "First Aid Week" designated; annual award established

36:2-26. "First Aid Week" designated; annual award established
1. a. The second week of May in each year shall be designated as "First Aid Week" in the State of New Jersey in recognition of services rendered by first aid volunteers.
b. Each year during the second week of May designated as "First Aid Week," an award for First Aid Volunteer of the Year shall be presented by the Governor, for the individual's dedication to service and volunteer assistance.
c. Nominations for the award shall be submitted by the president of any county or municipal first aid, rescue, or emergency squad in the State at any time during the year to the Governor, with a written statement setting forth the reasons for the individual's nomination.
As used in this act, "first aid, rescue, or emergency squad" means any duly incorporated first aid and emergency or volunteer ambulance or rescue squad association providing volunteer public first aid, ambulance or rescue service in a given area.
d. From the nominations submitted, the Governor shall select one recipient. The award shall be presented by the Governor in a public ceremony on a day during the second week of May known as "First Aid Week."
L.1991,c.367.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-27 - Woman Police Officer of the Year Award

36:2-27. Woman Police Officer of the Year Award
1. a. Each year on August 26, Women's Equality Day, an award for Woman Police Officer of the Year shall be presented by the Governor to an individual in recognition of her devotion to duty and heroism. This award shall be known as the Abigail Powlett Award.
b. Nominations for the award may be submitted by any municipal, county or State police department in the State, at any time during the year, to the Office of the Attorney General in the Department of Law and Public Safety with a written statement setting forth the reasons for the individual's nomination.
c. From the nominations submitted, the Attorney General shall recommend one candidate to the Governor who shall present the award in a public ceremony.
L.1991,c.443.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-29 - Observation of "Garden Week" encouraged

36:2-29. Observation of "Garden Week" encouraged
2. The people of the State and all appropriate State and local governmental entities are urged to observe "Garden Week" by participating in activities that recognize and promote the benefits of gardening.
L.1992,J.R.3,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-31 - "Long-Term Care Week" designated

36:2-31. "Long-Term Care Week" designated
1. a. The second full week of May in each year shall be designated as "Long-Term Care Week" in the State of New Jersey to increase public awareness of the contributions made by persons in the long-term care field who are providing care to some of the most vulnerable members of our community.
b. Each year during "Long-Term Care Week," awards for County Long-Term Care Volunteer of the Year shall be presented by the Governor to a volunteer in each county for that individual's dedication to service and invaluable volunteer assistance.
c. Nominations for the award shall be submitted by persons involved in the long-term care field in the State at any time during the year to the Governor, with a written statement setting forth the reasons for the individual's nomination.
d. From the nominations submitted, the Governor shall select a recipient from each county. The award shall be presented by the Governor in a public ceremony on a day during "Long-Term Care Week."
L.1993,c.61.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-32 - "Women Veterans Awareness Month" designated

36:2-32. "Women Veterans Awareness Month" designated
1. The month of May is designated as "Women Veterans Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey to acknowledge and commemorate the sacrifices endured and valor displayed by American women veterans.
L.1993,JR6.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-34 - "A Day of Prayer in New Jersey" designated

36:2-34. "A Day of Prayer in New Jersey" designated
1. The first Thursday in May each year is designated as "A Day of Prayer in New Jersey" and the citizens of New Jersey are urged to observe the day in ways appropriate to its importance and significance.
L.1994,c.44.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-36 - "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" designated

36:2-36. "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" designated
1. The month of June in each year is designated as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey, and the citizens of New Jersey are urged to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.1995,J.R.5,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-37 - "Delaware Bay Day" designated

36:2-37. "Delaware Bay Day" designated
1. The second Saturday in June of each year shall be designated as "Delaware Bay Day" in New Jersey for the purposes of recognizing and celebrating the importance and beauty of the Delaware bay ecosystem.
L.1996,JR1,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-38 - Observation of "Delaware Bay Day"

36:2-38. Observation of "Delaware Bay Day"
2. The people of the State and all appropriate State and local governmental entities are urged to observe "Delaware Bay Day" by participating in activities that recognize and celebrate the importance and beauty of the Delaware bay ecosystem.
L.1996,JR1,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-43 - Irish-American History and Heritage Week designated

36:2-43. Irish-American History and Heritage Week designated
1. a. The week including March 17 of every year is designated as "Irish-American History and Heritage Week".
b. The month of March of each year is designated as "Irish-American Heritage Month" in the State of New Jersey to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Irish-Americans.
c. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing "Irish-American History and Heritage Week" and "Irish-American Heritage Month" in New Jersey, and call upon public officials and citizens of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.1997, JR 2, s.1; amended 2022, JR 5.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-44 - "Hepatitis C Awareness Month" designated.

36:2-44 "Hepatitis C Awareness Month" designated.
1. The month of March in each year is designated as "Hepatitis C Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey.
L.1997, JR9, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-45 - Determination of prevalence, implementation of education programs.

36:2-45 Determination of prevalence, implementation of education programs.
2. The Department of Health and Senior Services and all other public and private entities entrusted with the health of the citizens of this State are urged to determine the prevalence of hepatitis C in the general population and to implement education programs for the general public and health care professionals in the prevalence, prevention, screening - especially targeted screening of high-risk New Jersey residents, and treatment of this disease.
L.1997,JR9,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-47 - "Toms River East Little League World Champions Day"; designated.

36:2-47 "Toms River East Little League World Champions Day"; designated.
1. August 29th of each year is hereby designated as "Toms River East Little League World Champions Day" in New Jersey in recognition of the extraordinary accomplishments of the team informally known as the "Toms River East Twelve," the "Windsor Avenue Wonders" and the "Beasts from the East."
L.1998, JR6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-48 - "Bill of Rights Day in New Jersey," designated

36:2-48. "Bill of Rights Day in New Jersey," designated
1. November 20 of each year is designated as "Bill of Rights Day in New Jersey" to recognize and to heighten awareness of the importance of the Bill of Rights to the people of this State and of our Nation.
L.1998,j.r.8, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-49 - Bill of Rights, school instruction

36:2-49. Bill of Rights, school instruction
2. The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution shall be a topic of instruction in the schools of New Jersey on November 20 in commemoration of the importance of the Bill of Rights and pursuant to N.J.S.18A:35-2.
L.1998,j.r.8, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-50 - "Peace Officers Memorial Day."

36:2-50 "Peace Officers Memorial Day."
2. May 15th is permanently designated "Peace Officers Memorial Day" in New Jersey and the local governmental units and the citizens of this State, along with the residents of each community, are encouraged:
a. To join in the observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15th of each year in order to recognize, applaud and sincerely thank those men and women who, serving night and day as law enforcement officers, protect and safeguard our lives and property;
b. To honor all those law enforcement officers--federal, State and local--who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty by displaying at half-staff the flag of the United States on that day; and
c. To organize and sponsor appropriate ceremonies and activities reflective of the sincere and deep appreciation the citizens of our State and communities extend to the men and women of the law enforcement community.
L.1998,c.150,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-52 - "Women's Wellness Month" designated

36:2-52. "Women's Wellness Month" designated
1. The month of April in each year is designated "Women's Wellness Month" in the State of New Jersey in order to urge and empower women to take routine and crucial steps necessary to maintain and improve their health, to access information and education about their health and bodies, to schedule routine health check-ups, including pap smears, mammograms, breast examinations and blood cholesterol and bone density screenings, to participate in routine exercise, to maintain a diet based on recommended nutritional guidelines and to utilize information about available health and social services in their communities.
L.1999, JR4.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-53 - "Loyal Heart Award Day"; designated.

36:2-53 "Loyal Heart Award Day"; designated.
2. The first Sunday in May is permanently designated "Loyal Heart Award Day" in New Jersey to recognize and honor the loyal efforts of caregivers in helping persons with disabilities achieve their fullest potential.
L.1999,c.74,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-54 - "Kindness Awareness Month in New Jersey" designated.

36:2-54 "Kindness Awareness Month in New Jersey" designated.
1. The month of May of each year is hereby designated as "Kindness Awareness Month in New Jersey." All citizens of this State are urged to partake in educational programs and activities to foster kindness.
L.1999, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-55 - "Human Potential Week" established.

36:2-55 "Human Potential Week" established.
1. The second week in May shall be permanently established as "Human Potential Week" to promote greater awareness of the needs and concerns of people with disabilities and to highlight the significant contributions these individuals have made to their families and communities and to society as a whole.
L.1999, J.R.7, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-56 - Proclamation, issuance by Governor.

36:2-56 Proclamation, issuance by Governor.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation establishing the second week in May as "Human Potential Week" and, with the Legislature, call upon all citizens of the State to celebrate this week with appropriate activities and programs.
L.1999, J.R.7, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-59 - Flying flag at half-staff

36:2-59. Flying flag at half-staff
3. All State and local government agencies and interested organizations, groups and individuals are urged to fly the flags of the United States and the State of New Jersey at half-staff each December 7 in honor of the individuals who died in the attack on Pearl Harbor.
L.1999,JR10,s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-60 - "New Jersey Cares about Children with Cancer Month" designated.

36:2-60 "New Jersey Cares about Children with Cancer Month" designated.
1. The month of September is permanently designated as "New Jersey Cares about Children with Cancer Month" in order to promote the progress made in combating this disease in children and to highlight the fact that more has to be done in New Jersey to help cancer treatment specialists, health care providers, health care planners and researchers provide children with the services necessary to prevent these cancers in the future.
L.1999,J.R.11,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-61 - Annual proclamation.

36:2-61 Annual proclamation.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation establishing September as "New Jersey Cares about Children with Cancer Month" and, with the Legislature, call upon the appropriate agencies of State and local government, private organizations and all the citizens of the State to celebrate the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.1999, J.R.11,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-62 - "National Airborne Day," August 16; designated.

36:2-62 "National Airborne Day," August 16; designated.
1. The State of New Jersey hereby declares August 16 in each year as "National Airborne Day" in recognition of the first official Army parachute jump on August 16, 1940.
L.1999, J.R.13,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-63 - Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month" designated.

36:2-63 Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month" designated.
1. The month of April of each year is hereby designated as "Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month" in New Jersey.
L.1999,J.R.17,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-65 - Parents of Fallen Military Sons and Daughters Day designated

36:2-65. Parents of Fallen Military Sons and Daughters Day designated
1. The last Sunday in September is designated as Parents of Fallen Military Sons and Daughters Day in tribute to all parents whose sons and daughters died as a result of their service with our Armed Forces, and in acknowledgment of the contributions, commitment, and sacrifices made by those parents individually and through American Gold Star Mothers, Incorporated.
L.2000, J.R.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-66 - Foster Children's Day designated

36:2-66. Foster Children's Day designated
1. December 12 of each year is permanently designated as "Foster Children's Day" in New Jersey to recognize the unique needs and experiences of foster children and to provide an opportunity for State and local government, private organizations and the general public to engage in charitable efforts which acknowledge that these foster children are important and loved.
L.2000,JR2,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-67 - Annual proclamation

36:2-67. Annual proclamation
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation designating December 12 of each year as "Foster Children's Day" and, with the Legislature, call upon the appropriate agencies of the State and local government, private organizations and all citizens of the State to celebrate "Foster Children's Day" through suitable activities, programs and exercises.
L.2000,JR2,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-68 - "Child Appreciation Month," May; designated

36:2-68. "Child Appreciation Month," May; designated
1. The month of May in each year is designated as "Child Appreciation Month" in New Jersey to recognize the importance of our children's contributions to this State and to the United States and to provide an opportunity for State and local governmentsand the general public to join with all children, families, private organizations and churches to participate appropriately in its observance.
L.2001,JR2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-69 - "New Jersey Credit Union Day"; designated.

36:2-69 "New Jersey Credit Union Day"; designated.
1. The third Thursday of October of each year is designated as "New Jersey Credit Union Day". The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation calling on the people of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2001,J.R.5,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-70 - "Patriots Day", third Monday in April; designated

36:2-70. "Patriots Day", third Monday in April; designated
1. The third Monday in April of each year is designated as "Patriots Day" in New Jersey for the purpose of recognizing and commemorating the day patriotic colonists fired the "shot heard around the world" and the start of the American Revolution.
L.2001,J.R.6,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-71 - Observation of "Patriots Day"

36:2-71 Observation of "Patriots Day"
2. The people of this State and all public and private entities are urged to observe "Patriots Day" by engaging in appropriate activities that recognize and commemorate this nation's revolutionary struggle and the ideals and principles for which the American Revolution was fought.
L.2001,J.R.6,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-72 - "UNICEF Day," October 31; designated

36:2-72. "UNICEF Day," October 31; designated
1. October 31st, Halloween, of each year is designated as "UNICEF Day" in New Jersey for the purpose of honoring and supporting the efforts of UNICEF, the United Nations Children's Fund, in helping the underprivileged children of the world.
L.2002,JR1,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-73 - "Minority and Multicultural Health Month," September; designated

36:2-73. "Minority and Multicultural Health Month," September; designated
1. The month of September in each year is designated as "Minority and Multicultural Health Month" in the State of New Jersey.
L.2002,JR2,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-74 - "Sexual Assault Awareness Month," April, designated

36:2-74. "Sexual Assault Awareness Month," April, designated
1. The month of April in each year is designated as "Sexual Assault Awareness Month" in New Jersey to increase the public's understanding of sexual violence, the role it plays in society and ways in which it can be prevented.
L.2002,JR3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-75 - "Epilepsy Awareness Month," November; designated.

36:2-75 "Epilepsy Awareness Month," November; designated.
1. The month of November in each year is designated as "Epilepsy Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey.
L.2002,JR4,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-76 - "Liberty Day," March 16; designated.

36:2-76 "Liberty Day," March 16; designated.
1. March 16 is designated as "Liberty Day" throughout the State of New Jersey and all citizens are urged to participate in "Liberty Day" observance.
L.2003,c.35,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-77 - Observance of "Liberty Day."

36:2-77 Observance of "Liberty Day."
2. The Governor shall issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe March 16th of each year with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
L.2003,c.35,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-78 - "School Psychologists Month," April; designated.

36:2-78 "School Psychologists Month," April; designated.
1. The month of April of each year is designated as "School Psychologists Month" in the State of New Jersey.
L.2003,J.R.1,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-79 - Observance of "School Psychologists Month."

36:2-79 Observance of "School Psychologists Month."
2. The Governor and the Legislature hereby pay tribute and commend school psychologists for their tireless efforts and demonstrated concern and compassion on behalf of students, parents and teachers and call upon the citizenry of New Jersey to participate fittingly in the observance of "School Psychologists Month."
L.2003,J.R.1,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-80 - "Juneteenth Independence Day"; designated.

36:2-80 "Juneteenth Independence Day"; designated.
2. The third Saturday in June of each year is hereby designated as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in New Jersey to commemorate and celebrate the emancipation of African-Americans and foster respect for all cultures.
L.2004,c.3, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-81 - Annual observation, call by Governor.

36:2-81 Annual observation, call by Governor.
3. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation and call upon public officials, private organizations and all citizens of this State to observe this emancipation celebration each year with appropriate events and activities.
L.2004,c.3,s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-82 - "Lung Cancer Awareness Month," November; designated.

36:2-82 "Lung Cancer Awareness Month," November; designated.
1. The month of November annually is designated "Lung Cancer Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey.
L.2004,J.R.3,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-83 - "Black History Month," February; designated.

36:2-83 "Black History Month," February; designated.
1. The month of February of each year is designated as "Black History Month" in the State of New Jersey in recognition of the many accomplishments of Black Americans and their contributions to the history of this nation and State.
L.2005, J.R.2, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-84 - New Jersey P.O.W.-M.I.A. Week of Remembrance, April 9 through April 15; designated.

36:2-84 New Jersey P.O.W.-M.I.A. Week of Remembrance, April 9 through April 15; designated.
1. The week of April 9th through 15th of each year is designated as New Jersey P.O.W.-M.I.A. Week of Remembrance in order to pay public tribute to the thousands of men and women who have suffered as prisoners of war or who remain missing in action.
L.2005, J.R.3, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-85 - "Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month," May; designated.

36:2-85 "Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month," May; designated.
1. The month of May of each year is designated as "Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey to increase public awareness of cystic fibrosis as one of the most common fatal inherited diseases in the United States and the needs of persons who are coping with this disease.
L.2005, J.R.4, s.1; amended 2015, J.R.15, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-86 - "Breast Cancer Awareness Month," October; designated.

36:2-86 "Breast Cancer Awareness Month," October; designated.
1. The month of October in each year is designated as "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey.
L.2005, J.R.7, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-88 - "Adult Onset Disability Awareness Month," May; designated.

36:2-88 "Adult Onset Disability Awareness Month," May; designated.
1. The Month of May is designated as "Adult Onset Disability Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey to raise awareness of the fact that disabilities can emerge during adulthood, to acknowledge the diversity among people with adult onset disabilities, and to recognize the many contributions of individuals with adult onset disabilities.
Public officials and citizens of this State are urged to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2007, J.R.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-90 - "Rett Syndrome Awareness Day," third Tuesday in October; designated.

36:2-90 "Rett Syndrome Awareness Day," third Tuesday in October; designated.
1. The third Tuesday in October of each year is designated as "Rett Syndrome Awareness Day" in the State of New Jersey.
2007, JR 4, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-91 - "Gifted and Talented Students Month," March; designated.

36:2-91 "Gifted and Talented Students Month," March; designated.
1. The Legislature hereby designates the month of March of each year as "Gifted and Talented Students Month" in New Jersey in order to raise public awareness of gifted and talented students so that they may be identified and matched with a program that will nurture their abilities.
L.2007, J.R.5, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-92 - Annual proclamation, observance of "Gifted and Talented Students Month."

36:2-92 Annual proclamation, observance of "Gifted and Talented Students Month."
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe "Gifted and Talented Students Month" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2007, J.R.5, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-93 - "Diwali Month," October 15 through November 14; designated.

36:2-93 "Diwali Month," October 15 through November 14; designated.
1. October 15 through November 14 of each year is designated as "Diwali Month" in New Jersey and celebrates the religious and historical significance of this festival.
L.2007, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-94 - Annual proclamation, observance of "Diwali Month."

36:2-94 Annual proclamation, observance of "Diwali Month."
2. The Governor is respectfully urged to annually issue a proclamation recognizing October 15 through November 14 as "Diwali Month" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials and the citizens of New Jersey to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2007, J.R.6, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-95 - "Lymphedema Awareness Day," March 6; designated.

36:2-95 "Lymphedema Awareness Day," March 6; designated.
1. The Legislature recognizes March 6th of each year as "Lymphedema Awareness Day" in the State of New Jersey.
L.2007,JR8,c.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-96 - Observance of "Lymphadema Awareness Day."

36:2-96 Observance of "Lymphadema Awareness Day."
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials, the health care community and the citizens of New Jersey to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs, which promote awareness of the treatment needs and severity of lymphedema and which honor inspirational lymphedema patients.
L.2007,JR8,c.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-99 - Annual observance of declaration.

36:2-99 Annual observance of declaration.
2. The Governor is requested to issue annually a proclamation calling upon the public officials and the citizens of New Jersey to observe the declaration throughout the State with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2007, J.R.10, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-100 - "Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week", third week of September;

36:2-100 "Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week", third week of September; designated.
1. The third full week of September in each year is designated as "Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week" in the State of New Jersey, and the citizens of New Jersey are urged to observe the week with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2007, JR11.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-101 - "New Jersey Eyeglass Recycling Month," May; designated.

36:2-101 "New Jersey Eyeglass Recycling Month," May; designated.
1. The month of May of each year shall be designated as "New Jersey Eyeglass Recycling Month."
L.2007, JR12, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-103 - "Volunteer Blood Donor Awareness Month," September; designated.

36:2-103 "Volunteer Blood Donor Awareness Month," September; designated.
1. September of each year is designated as "Volunteer Blood Donor Awareness Month" in New Jersey to increase the public's awareness and understanding of blood donation as a critical public health need throughout the State.
L.2007, JR13,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-104 - Observance of "Volunteer Blood Donor Awareness Month."

36:2-104 Observance of "Volunteer Blood Donor Awareness Month."
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing September as "Volunteer Blood Donor Awareness Month" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials and citizens of this State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2007, JR13,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-105 - "Veterans' Month," November; designated.

36:2-105 "Veterans' Month," November; designated.
1. The month of November of each year is designated as "Veterans' Month" in the State of New Jersey in recognition of the accomplishments, contributions and sacrifices of veterans in the service of this nation and State.
L.2007, JR14,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-106 - Observance of "Veterans' Month."

36:2-106 Observance of "Veterans' Month."
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens of this State to observe "Veterans' Month" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2007, JR14,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-107 - "Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month," November; designated.

36:2-107 "Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month," November; designated.
1. The month of November of each year is designated as "Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month" in New Jersey.
L.2007,JR16,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-108 - Issuance of annual proclamation relative to seriousness of pulmonary hypertension.

36:2-108 Issuance of annual proclamation relative to seriousness of pulmonary hypertension.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of the State to recognize the seriousness of pulmonary hypertension and the meritorious work of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association to find a cure for this disorder.
L.2007,JR16,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-109 - "Jewish Heritage Month," April; designated.

36:2-109 "Jewish Heritage Month," April; designated.
1. The month of April of each year is hereby designated as "Jewish Heritage Month" in the State of New Jersey to recognize and honor the diverse contributions and achievements Jewish Americans have made to the development of our State and the nation.
L.2008, JR1, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-111 - "Lyme Disease Awareness Month," May; designated.

36:2-111 "Lyme Disease Awareness Month," May; designated.
1. The month of May of each year is designated as "Lyme Disease Awareness Month" to recognize the importance of prevention, early detection and effective treatment of the disease throughout the State.
L.2008,JR2,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-112 - Observance of "Lyme Disease Awareness Month."

36:2-112 Observance of "Lyme Disease Awareness Month."
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing May as "Lyme Disease Awareness Month" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials and the citizens of New Jersey to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2008,JR2,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-113 - "Fibromyalgia Awareness Month," May; designated.

36:2-113 "Fibromyalgia Awareness Month," May; designated.
1. May of each year is designated as "Fibromyalgia Awareness Month" in New Jersey to foster awareness and understanding of fibromyalgia among health care professionals and the general public.
L.2008,JR3,s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-114 - Observance of "Fibromyalgia Awareness Month."

36:2-114 Observance of "Fibromyalgia Awareness Month."
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing May as "Fibromyalgia Awareness 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.2008,JR3,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-115 - "Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma Awareness Month," September; designated.

36:2-115 "Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma Awareness Month," September; designated.
1. September of each year is designated as "Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma Awareness Month" in New Jersey to enable New Jersey to join with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in designating September as Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma Awareness Month, increase awareness and understanding of blood-related cancers, and encourage participation in voluntary activities to support education programs and the funding of research programs to find a cure for leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma.
L.2008, JR4, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-116 - Issuance of annual proclamation.

36:2-116 Issuance of annual proclamation.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing September as "Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma Awareness Month" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials and the citizens of New Jersey to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2008, JR4, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-117 - "Blindness Awareness Month," October; designated.

36:2-117 "Blindness Awareness Month," October; designated.
1. October of each year is designated as "Blindness Awareness Month" in New Jersey to increase public awareness about eye disease and eye care and ways to address the rising trend of blindness and severe visual impairment.
L.2008, JR5, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-118 - Proclamation, activities, programs.

36:2-118 Proclamation, activities, programs.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing October as "Blindness Awareness Month" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials and citizens of this State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2008, JR5, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-119 - Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 through October 15; designated.

36:2-119 Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 through October 15; designated.
1. a. September 15 through October 15 of each year is designated as Hispanic Heritage Month in New Jersey in order to recognize the enormous contributions Hispanic people have made to this State and country throughout our history.
b. The Governor and Legislature of the State shall annually call upon the people of this State to acknowledge this designation each year with appropriate events and activities.
L.2008, JR6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-120 - "Drunk Driving Awareness Month," December; designated.

36:2-120 "Drunk Driving Awareness Month," December; designated.
1. In memory of those individuals who were killed by drunk drivers, the month of December of each year is designated as "Drunk Driving Awareness Month."
L.2008, JR7, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-122 - "Salute To Hospitalized Veterans Week," week of February 14; designated.

36:2-122 "Salute To Hospitalized Veterans Week," week of February 14; designated.
1. The week of February 14 in each year is designated as "Salute To Hospitalized Veterans Week" in the State of New Jersey.
L.2009, JR1, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-123 - Observance of "Salute To Hospitalized Veterans Week."

36:2-123 Observance of "Salute To Hospitalized Veterans Week."
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the week with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2009, JR1, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-124 - "Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month," March; designated.

36:2-124 "Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month," March; designated.
1. The month of March of each year is designated as "Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month" in New Jersey.
L.2009, JR2, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-126 - "Brain Tumor Awareness Month," May; designated.

36:2-126 "Brain Tumor Awareness Month," May; designated.
1. The month of May of each year is designated as "Brain Tumor Awareness Month" in New Jersey in order to promote public awareness about brain tumors.
L.2009, JR3, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-128 - "New Jersey Wine Month," November; designated.

36:2-128 "New Jersey Wine Month," November; designated.
1. The month of November of each year is declared "New Jersey Wine Month" to acknowledge the significant contributions and accomplishments of the New Jersey wine industry, and the people of New Jersey are urged to explore the wine culture and history of this State, especially during this month.
L.2009, J.R.5, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-129 - Observance.

36:2-129 Observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation calling upon the State's wine industry, the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, and the New Jersey Department of State to observe and promote the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2009, J.R.5, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-130 - "Freedom Walk Day," Sunday before September 11; designated.

36:2-130 "Freedom Walk Day," Sunday before September 11; designated.
1. The Sunday before September 11th of each year is designated as "Freedom Walk Day" in the State of New Jersey in support of the service men and women and veterans of the United States Armed Forces, the Reserve components thereof, and the National Guard, and the emergency responders of this Nation, and in memory of the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in New York City, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.
L.2009, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-132 - "Eating Disorders Awareness Month," February; designated.

36:2-132 "Eating Disorders Awareness Month," February; designated.
1. The month of February of each year is designated as "Eating Disorders Awareness Month" in New Jersey in order to increase public awareness of eating disorders and the need to expand research for treatment and a cure, broaden access to treatment, and promote healthful eating habits and a healthy body image.
L.2009, J.R.7, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-135 - "Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month," September; designated.

36:2-135 "Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month," September; designated.
2. The month of September is permanently designated as "Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month" in New Jersey to promote awareness among the general public and the health care community of the symptoms of ovarian cancer, the importance of early detection, and the risk factors associated with developing ovarian cancer.
L.2009, c.130, s.2; amended 2013, c.164, s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-136 - Annual observance of "Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month."

36:2-136 Annual observance of "Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month."
3. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation and call upon public officials, private organizations, the health care community, and all citizens of the State of New Jersey to observe "Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month" with appropriate events and activities.
L.2009, c.130, s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-137 - "Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Awareness Week," last week of May; designated.

36:2-137 "Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Awareness Week," last week of May; designated.
1. The last week of May of each year is designated as "Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Awareness Week" in the State of New Jersey in order to develop an awareness and understanding of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
L.2009, J.R.8, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-138 - Annual observance.

36:2-138 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens of this State to observe "Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Awareness Week" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2009, J.R.8, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-139 - "Firefighter Recognition Day," October 2; designated.

36:2-139 "Firefighter Recognition Day," October 2; designated.
1. October 2 of each year shall be designated "Firefighter Recognition Day," to salute the contributions of firefighters to the security and well-being of this State.
L.2009, J.R.9, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-140 - Annual celebration.

36:2-140 Annual celebration.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation establishing October 2 of each year as "Firefighter Recognition Day" and, with the Legislature, call upon all citizens of the State to celebrate this day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2009, J.R.9, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-142 - Observance encouraged.

36:2-142 Observance encouraged.
2. The Governor and Legislature of the State of New Jersey encourage American history classes throughout the State to discuss and examine the contributions which Italian-Americans have made to the history of this country during Italian-American Heritage Month and the people of this State are encouraged to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2009, J.R.10, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-143 - "Aviation Maintenance Technician Day:, May 24; designated.

36:2-143 "Aviation Maintenance Technician Day:, May 24; designated.
1. May 24 of each year is designated as "Aviation Maintenance Technician Day" in the State of New Jersey.
L.2009, J.R.11, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-145 - "Postpartum Depression Awareness Day," October 20; designated.

36:2-145 "Postpartum Depression Awareness Day," October 20; designated.
1. October 20 of each year is designated as "Postpartum Depression Awareness Day" in the State of New Jersey.
L.2009, J.R.12, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-147 - "Technology Innovation Week," first week in March; designated.

36:2-147 "Technology Innovation Week," first week in March; designated.
1. The first week in March of each year is designated as "Technology Innovation Week" in the State of New Jersey to celebrate innovation and encourage scientific and technological education throughout the State and, in particular, to celebrate the efforts of the young citizens of this State participating in the regional FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition in Science and Technology) Competition.
L.2009, J.R.13, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-149 - Gold Star Mother's Day, last Sunday in September; designated.

36:2-149 Gold Star Mother's Day, last Sunday in September; designated.
1. The last Sunday in September of each year is designated as Gold Star Mother's Day in the State of New Jersey in recognition of 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.2009, J.R.14, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-151 - "Denim Day," April 28; designated.

36:2-151 "Denim Day," April 28; designated.
1. April 28 of each year shall be designated "Denim Day," to promote rape awareness throughout this State.
L.2009, J.R.15, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-152 - Annual observance.

36:2-152 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing April 28 as "Denim Day" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2009, J.R.15, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-153 - "Childhood Obesity Prevention Month," March; designated.

36:2-153 "Childhood Obesity Prevention Month," March; designated.
1. March of each year is designated as "Childhood Obesity Prevention Month" in New Jersey to promote preventative health and fitness strategies for overweight and obese children and adolescents, including awareness of proper nutrition, diet, and exercise.
L.2009, J.R.16, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-154 - Annual observance.

36:2-154 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing March as "Childhood Obesity Prevention Month" in New Jersey calling upon public officials and citizens of this State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs, and to coordinate their activities and programs with those annually planned for National Nutrition Month.
L.2009, J.R.16, s.2.