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2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-289 - "Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month," May; designated.

36:2-289 "Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month," May; designated.
1. May of each year is designated as "Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month" in New Jersey in order to increase the public's awareness about PWS, its devastating impact on the lives of men, women, and children who suffer from the syndrome, and the fact that with early diagnosis and treatment, the effects of the syndrome can be reduced.
L.2017, J.R.4, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-290 - Annual observance.

36:2-290 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing May as "Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month" 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.2017, J.R.4, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-291 - "Affordable Housing Awareness Month," September; designated.

36:2-291 "Affordable Housing Awareness Month," September; designated.
1. The month of September of each year is designated as "Affordable Housing Awareness Month" to promote public awareness about the importance of providing decent, quality, and affordable housing to all New Jersey residents and the need to allocate additional funds to help expand sustainable housing programs in the State of New Jersey.
L.2017, J.R.5, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-293 - "Maternal Health Awareness Day," January 23; designated.

36:2-293 "Maternal Health Awareness Day," January 23; designated.
1. January 23 of each year shall be designated as "Maternal Health Awareness Day," in order to raise public and professional awareness about important maternal health, safety, and mortality issues; highlight obstetrical pathways that promote maternal safety; educate the citizens of New Jersey about promising maternal health initiatives, including public initiatives like the "Stop, Look, and Listen" campaign, and professional initiatives, like the AIM Program, which focus on improving patient safety and decreasing maternal mortality; and encourage the development of new programs and initiatives that are designed to proactively address issues of maternal health and mortality.
L.2017, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-294 - Annual observance.

36:2-294 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation recognizing January 23 as "Maternal Health Awareness Day" in New Jersey, and calling upon public officials and citizens of the State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2017, J.R.6, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-295 - "Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day," June 27; designated.

36:2-295 "Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day," June 27; designated.
1. June 27 of each year is designated as "Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day" in the State of New Jersey to bring awareness to those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and to encourage people to reach out to their fellow citizens to provide support and remove the stigma associated with this disorder.
L.2017, J.R.7, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-296 - Annual observance.

36:2-296 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens of this State to observe "Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2017, J.R.7, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-299 - "Mental Health Awareness Month," May; designated.

36:2-299 "Mental Health Awareness Month," May; designated.
1. The month of May of each year is designated as "Mental Health Awareness Month" in New Jersey to raise public awareness of mental illness to remove the stigma, fear, and misunderstanding about mental illness and thereby encourage treatment.
L.2017, J.R.9, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-301 - "Asthma Awareness Month," May; designated.

36:2-301 "Asthma Awareness Month," May; designated.
1. May of each year is designated as "Asthma Awareness Month" in New Jersey to increase public awareness of asthma, emphasize the importance of ongoing treatment and monitoring of the disease, and improve access to treatment throughout the State.
L.2017, J.R.10, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-302 - Annual observance.

36:2-302 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation and call upon public officials, private organizations, and all citizens of this State to observe "Asthma Awareness Month" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2017, J.R.10, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-303 - "ASK Day," June 21; designated.

36:2-303 "ASK Day," June 21; designated.
1. June 21 of each year is designated as "ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day" in New Jersey to promote children's health and gun safety.
L.2017, J.R.13, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-305 - "World Autism Awareness Day," April 2; designated.

36:2-305 "World Autism Awareness Day," April 2; designated.
1. The second day of April in each year is designated as "World Autism Awareness Day" to raise awareness of the widespread nature of autism, encourage early diagnosis and treatment, and celebrate the unique talents and abilities of individuals with autism.
L.2017, J.R.14, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-306 - Annual observance.

36:2-306 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to issue a proclamation recognizing April 2nd of each year as "World Autism Awareness Day" and calling upon pubic officials and the citizens of New Jersey to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2017, J.R.14, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-307 - "Constitution Week," September 17 through September 23; designated.

36:2-307 "Constitution Week," September 17 through September 23; designated.
1. The week of September 17 through September 23 of each year is designated "Constitution Week" in order to remember and honor the signing of the Constitution of the United States of America on September 17, 1787 and to raise public awareness of the important role the Constitution plays in the lives of American citizens.
L.2017, c.15, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-309 - "Concussion Awareness Day," third Friday in September; designated.

36:2-309 "Concussion Awareness Day," third Friday in September; designated.
1. The third Friday in September of each year is designated as "Concussion Awareness Day" to raise awareness of the causes, dangerous effects, and signs and symptoms of concussion and second impact syndrome, particularly in young persons; to improve public understanding in regard to evolving concussion response standards and treatment methods; and to highlight the need for vigilance in recognizing and appropriately responding to the symptoms of a concussion, in order to prevent further serious injury.
L.2017, J.R.16, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-310 - Annual observance.

36:2-310 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to issue a proclamation recognizing "Concussion Awareness 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.2017, J.R.16, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-311 - "Dyslexia Awareness Month," October; designated

36:2-311. "Dyslexia Awareness Month," October; designated
1. October of each year is designated as "Dyslexia Awareness Month" in New Jersey.
2017, J.R. 19, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-313 - "Evans Syndrome Awareness Day," September 21; designated.

36:2-313 "Evans Syndrome Awareness Day," September 21; designated.
1. September 21 of each year is designated as "Evans Syndrome Awareness Day" to promote awareness and improve diagnosis, treatment, and scientific research of this condition.
L.2017, J.R.20, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-314 - Annual Observance.

36:2-314 Annual Observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing "Evans Syndrome Awareness Day" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials and the people of this State to observe the day with appropriate programs and activities.
L.2017, J.R.20, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-315 - "Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month," April; designated.

36:2-315 "Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month," April; designated.
1. April of each year is designated as "Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey, in order to recognize the dangers of esophageal cancer and to promote prevention and early detection among residents of the State.
L.2017, J.R.21, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-316 - Annual observance.

36:2-316 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing April of each year as "Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month" and shall call upon public officials and the residents of the State of New Jersey to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2017, J.R.21, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-317 - "Transgender Awareness Week," November 14th through November 20th; designated.

36:2-317 "Transgender Awareness Week," November 14th through November 20th; designated.
1. The week of November 14th through November 20th of each year is designated as "Transgender Awareness Week" in the State of New Jersey to increase awareness and understanding of the prejudice, discrimination, and violence that transgender persons face.
L.2017, J.R.22, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-319 - "Transgender Day of Remembrance," November 20th; designated.

36:2-319 "Transgender Day of Remembrance," November 20th; designated.
1. November 20th of each year is designated as "Transgender Day of Remembrance" in the State of New Jersey to honor the memory of those persons whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence.
L.2017, J.R.23, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-321 - "Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva Awareness Day," April 23; designated.

36:2-321 "Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva Awareness Day," April 23; designated.
1. April 23 shall be permanently designated as "Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva Awareness Day" in New Jersey in order to raise public awareness about Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) and the current research being conducted into its causes and encourage the medical community's continued search for a cure and development of treatment and prevention strategies for FOP and other musculoskeletal disorders involving extra-skeletal bone formation.
L.2017, J.R.27, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-322 - Annual observance.

36:2-322 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectively requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing April 23 as "Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva Awareness 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.2017, J.R.27, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-323 - "Socks for the Homeless Day," February 14; designated.

36:2-323 "Socks for the Homeless Day," February 14; designated.
1. February 14 of each year shall be designated as "Socks for the Homeless Day" in New Jersey to raise public awareness of homelessness and the ongoing need for socks by children, adults, and families who are homeless.
L.2018, J.R.1, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-324 - Annual observance.

36:2-324 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe "Socks for the Homeless Day" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2018, J.R.1, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-325 - "Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month," March; designated.

36:2-325 "Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month," March; designated.
1. March of each year is designated as "Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month" in New Jersey in order to increase public awareness about bleeding disorders, generate a greater understanding of all inheritable bleeding disorders, and foster a greater sense of community and shared purpose among individuals with inheritable bleeding disorders and the general public.
L.2018, J.R.2, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-326 - Annual observance.

36:2-326 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation designating March as "Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month" in New Jersey, and calling upon public officials and the citizens of the State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2018, J.R.2, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-327 - "Professional Social Work Month," March; designated.

36:2-327 "Professional Social Work Month," March; designated.
1. March of each year shall be designated as "Professional Social Work Month" to promote and honor the crucial role of social workers in improving the well-being of the people of New Jersey and helping the State become a better place to live.
L.2018, J.R.3, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-328 - Annual observance.

36:2-328 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing March of each year as "Professional Social Work Month" in New Jersey and call upon public officials and the residents of the State of New Jersey to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2018, J.R.3, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-329 - "Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month," April; designated.

36:2-329 "Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month," April; designated.
1. The month of April of every year is designated as "Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month" in the State of New Jersey in order to promote public awareness of the Sikh faith, recognize the important contributions of the Sikh community, and combat anti-Sikh bigotry.
L.2018, J.R.4, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-330 - Annual observance.

36:2-330 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation designating the month of April as "Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month" and shall call upon the public officials and citizens of this State to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2018, J.R.4, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-331 - "Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day," June 4; designated.

36:2-331 "Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day," June 4; designated.
1. June 4 of each year is designated as "Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day" in New Jersey to raise public awareness of Tourette Syndrome (TS), educate physicians, other health care professionals, and school personnel about the condition, help improve the quality of life of all people touched by TS, and encourage the research necessary to identify the cause of TS, control its effects, and find a cure for the disorder.
L.2018, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-332 - Annual observance.

36:2-332 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing June 4 as "Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day" 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.2018, J.R.6, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-333 - "World Refugee Day," June 20; designated.

36:2-333 "World Refugee Day," June 20; designated.
1. June 20th of each year shall be designated "World Refugee Day" in New Jersey to call attention to the unbelievable hardships of refugees worldwide and their importance as residents of this State.
L.2018, J.R.7, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-334 - Annual observance.

36:2-334 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall issue a proclamation recognizing June 20th of each year as "World Refugee Day" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials and the citizens of New Jersey to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2018, J.R.7, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-335 - Hispanic Journalist Pride Day, September 20; designated.

36:2-335 Hispanic Journalist Pride Day, September 20; designated.
1. a. September 20th of each year is designated as Hispanic Journalist Pride Day in New Jersey in order to recognize and celebrate the efforts, creativity, and positive contributions made by Hispanic journalists in the United States.
b. The Governor is respectfully requested to issue a proclamation each year calling upon public officials and citizens of the State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2018, J.R.8, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-336 - "Smart Irrigation Month," July; designated.

36:2-336 "Smart Irrigation Month," July; designated.
1. The month of July of each year is designated as "Smart Irrigation Month" to increase public awareness of the importance of smart irrigation techniques for the economic, health, and environmental benefits they bring to all citizens of the State and of the nation.
L.2018, J.R.9, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-338 - Filing of copies of this resolution.

36:2-338 Filing of copies of this resolution.
3. Copies of this resolution, as filed with the Secretary of State, shall be transmitted by the Clerk of the General Assembly or the Secretary of the Senate to the Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
L.2018, J.R.9, s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-339 - "Sergeant Dominick Pilla and Corporal Jamie Smith Day," October 3; designated.

36:2-339 "Sergeant Dominick Pilla and Corporal Jamie Smith Day," October 3; designated.
1. a. October 3rd of each year is designated as "Sergeant Dominick Pilla and Corporal Jamie Smith Day" in New Jersey.
b. The Governor is respectfully requested to issue a proclamation each year calling upon public officials and citizens of the State to observe the day with appropriate events.
L.2018, J.R.10, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-340 - "Disability Employment Awareness Month," October; designated.

36:2-340 "Disability Employment Awareness Month," October; designated.
1. October of each year is designated as "Disability Employment Awareness Month" in New Jersey in order to increase public awareness of employment of individuals with disabilities, and promote the elimination of discriminatory obstacles to employment of people with disabilities.
L.2018, J.R.11, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-341 - Annual observance.

36:2-341 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to issue an annual proclamation recognizing October as "Disability Employment Awareness Month" in New Jersey and calling upon public officials, the citizens of the State, and others to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2018, J.R.11, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-342 - "A Day in the Life - Type 1 Diabetes Day," Monday before Thanksgiving; designated.

36:2-342 "A Day in the Life - Type 1 Diabetes Day," Monday before Thanksgiving; designated.
1. The Monday before Thanksgiving Day of each year is designated as "A Day in the Life - Type 1 Diabetes Day" in the State of New Jersey to help increase awareness of the problems affecting persons with type 1 diabetes.
L.2018, J.R.12, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-344 - "Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month," September; designated.

36:2-344 "Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month," September; designated.
1. September of each year is designated as "Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month" in New Jersey in order to raise awareness of the signs of and risks associated with brain aneurysms, methods of screening and early detection, ways to prevent brain aneurysms, and treatment options.
L.2019, J.R.1, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-345 - Annual observance.

36:2-345 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing September as "Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month" in New Jersey, and call upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2019, J.R.1, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-346 - "Doula Appreciation Week," March 22 to March 28; designated.

36:2-346 "Doula Appreciation Week," March 22 to March 28; designated.
1. March 22 to March 28 of each year shall be designated "Doula Appreciation Week" in New Jersey.
L.2019, J.R.3, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-348 - "Sikh Day," April 14th; designated.

36:2-348 "Sikh Day," April 14th; designated.
1. The day of April 14th of each year is designated as "Sikh Day" in the State of New Jersey to honor and celebrate the important role played by the Sikh community in strengthening and inspiring the people of this State. L.2019, J.R.4, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-349 - Annual observance.

36:2-349 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation designating the day of April 14th as "Sikh Day" and shall call upon the public officials and citizens of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs. L.2019, J.R.4, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-350 - "Food Pantry Donation Month," November; designated.

36:2-350 "Food Pantry Donation Month," November; designated.
1. November of each year is designated as "Food Pantry Donation Month" in New Jersey in order to educate the citizens of New Jersey about the importance of food banks and food pantries in reducing food insecurity and engage communities throughout New Jersey in supporting local charitable food organizations in their efforts to establish a safety net for those who are unable to provide for their own nutritional needs or those of their families.
L.2019, J.R.5, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-351 - Annual observance.

36:2-351 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing November as "Food Pantry Donation Month" 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, including donating to local food banks and food pantries to help provide for those in need.
L.2019, J.R.5, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-352 - "Food Waste Prevention Day," Thursday of third week of September; designated.

36:2-352 "Food Waste Prevention Day," Thursday of third week of September; designated.
1. The Thursday of the third week of September of each year shall be designated as "Food Waste Prevention Day" in New Jersey to bring awareness to the issue of food waste and to foster partnerships between consumers and businesses in order to create and share impactful solutions to prevent food waste.
L.2019, J.R.6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-354 - "Peter Francisco Day," March 15; designated.

36:2-354 "Peter Francisco Day," March 15; designated.
1. a. March 15 of each year is designated as "Peter Francisco Day" in New Jersey to recognize and commemorate the many contributions Peter Francisco made during the Revolutionary War.
b. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation and call upon public officials, and all residents of this State, to observe "Peter Francisco Day" with appropriate events and programs.
L.2019, J.R.9, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-355 - "New Jersey Economic Development Day," second Monday of May; designated.

36:2-355 "New Jersey Economic Development Day," second Monday of May; designated.
1. The second Monday of May each year is designated as "New Jersey Economic Development Day" in New Jersey to encourage collaboration and innovation in, and to promote, State and local economic development programs.
L.2019, J.R.10, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-356 - Annual observance.

36:2-356 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials, business leaders, and the residents of this State to organize and attend events, including, but not limited to, job and business fairs, business networking events, and government assistance program promotion events, to discuss job creation, economic resiliency, and how to optimize and streamline economic development programs to empower communities and continue to foster economic growth in New Jersey, and to observe "New Jersey Economic Development Day" with other appropriate activities and programs.
L.2019, J.R.10, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-357 - New Jersey "Dairy Week," last full week of June; designated.

36:2-357 New Jersey "Dairy Week," last full week of June; designated.
1. The last full week of June of each year is designated as New Jersey "Dairy Week" in order to increase public awareness of the important role of dairy products in the life and health of all citizens of this State and of the nation.
L.2019, J.R.11, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-359 - "Buy Local Week," last full week of July; designated.

36:2-359 "Buy Local Week," last full week of July; designated.
1. The last full week of July of each year is designated as "Buy Local Week" in order to increase public awareness of the important role of agriculture in the continued life, health, and prosperity of all citizens of this State and of the nation.
L.2019, J.R.12, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-361 - "Small Business Month," May; designated.

36:2-361 "Small Business Month," May; designated.
1. The month of May of each year is designated as "Small Business Month" to recognize the vital importance of small businesses in the State and local economies, and how their success strengthens community identity and pride.
L.2019, J.R.13, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-362 - Annual observance.

36:2-362 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials, private organizations, and all citizens and residents of this State to observe the month by patronizing small businesses, as well as engaging in appropriate activities and programs designed to support small businesses across the State.
L.2019, J.R.13, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-363 - "Portugal Day," June 10; designated.

36:2-363 "Portugal Day," June 10; designated.
1. June 10 of each year is designated as "Portugal Day" in the State of New Jersey to celebrate the Portuguese people, language, and culture and to acknowledge their significance to the State of New Jersey and the United States of America.
L.2019, J.R.14, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-365 - "Women Veterans Appreciation Day," June 12; designated.

36:2-365 "Women Veterans Appreciation Day," June 12; designated.
1. June 12 of each year is designated as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day" in New Jersey to recognize the service and sacrifices of women veterans who have served valiantly on behalf of this State and the United States of America.
L.2019, J.R.15, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-366 - Annual observance.

36:2-366 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing June 12 as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day" in New Jersey, and call upon public officials and citizen of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2019, J.R.15, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-367 - "Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day," October 6; designated.

36:2-367 "Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day," October 6; designated.
1. October 6 shall be permanently designated as "Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day" in New Jersey in order to raise awareness about the dangers of, and the link between, opioid abuse and heroin addiction and to educate health care providers, community leaders, State lawmakers, and members of the public about the opioid abuse epidemic and its effects throughout the State of New Jersey and across the country.
L.2019, J.R.16, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-368 - Annual observance.

36:2-368 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing October 6 as "Knock Out Opioid Abuse 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.2019, J.R.16, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-369 - "Youth Suicide Prevention Awareness Month," September; designated.

36:2-369 "Youth Suicide Prevention Awareness Month," September; designated.
1. September of each year is designated as "Youth Suicide Prevention Awareness Month" in New Jersey in order to increase public awareness of the risk factors and warning signs for youth suicide, increase community involvement in creating strategies to prevent teens and young adults from taking their own lives, and to encourage the development of Statewide comprehensive anti-suicide initiatives.
L.2019, J.R.17, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-370 - Annual observance.

36:2-370 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing September as "Youth Suicide Prevention Awareness Month" 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.2019, J.R.17, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-371 - "Alice Paul Day," January 11; designated.

36:2-371 "Alice Paul Day," January 11; designated.
1 January 11 of each year is designated as "Alice Paul Day" in recognition of the leadership of Alice Paul in support of the women's suffrage movement.
L.2019, J.R.18, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-372 - Annual observance.

36:2-372 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to issue an annual proclamation recognizing January 11 of each year as "Alice Paul Day" and calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2019, J.R.18, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-373 - "Puerto Rico Day," third Sunday of September; designated.

36:2-373 "Puerto Rico Day," third Sunday of September; designated.
1. The third Sunday of September of each year is designated as "Puerto Rico Day" in the State of New Jersey to celebrate the Puerto Rican people, language, and culture and to acknowledge their significance to the State of New Jersey and the United States of America.
L.2019, J.R.20, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-374 - Annual observance.

36:2-374 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation and call upon public officials, and all citizens of this State, to observe "Puerto Rico Day" with appropriate programs and activities.
L.2019, J.R.20, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-375 - "Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day," October 8; designated.

36:2-375 "Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day," October 8; designated.
1. October 8 of each year shall be designated as "Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day" in New Jersey to bring together industry, academia, research laboratories, government, and other stakeholders to increase public awareness of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies and their benefits to the United States' energy supply, environment, and economy.
L.2019, J.R.22, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-376 - Annual observance.

36:2-376 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to issue a proclamation each year calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe "Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2019, J.R.22, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-377 - "Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Month," October; designated.

36:2-377 "Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Month," October; designated.
1. October of each year is designated as "Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Month" in New Jersey in order to honor all those who have survived a pregnancy loss or lost a child, recognize the grief suffered by families who experience such loss, help comfort and encourage the healing of families in their time of need, and give those who have endured such a traumatic event hope that in the future, the number of women who suffer pregnancy and infant loss can be reduced and the majority of infants can be born healthy, safe, and free from harm.
L.2019, J.R.23, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-378 - Annual observance.

36:2-378 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe "Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Month" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2019, J.R.23, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-379 - "Civil War Veterans Recognition Month," May; designated.

36:2-379 "Civil War Veterans Recognition Month," May; designated.
1. The month of May each year is designated as "Civil War Veterans Recognition Month" in honor of the Grand Army of the Republic and the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War.
L.2019, J.R.24, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-380 - Annual observance.

36:2-380 Annual observance.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation recognizing May as "Civil War Veterans Recognition Month" and honoring the Grand Army of the Republic and the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War as two Civil War veterans organizations.
L.2019, J.R.24, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-381 - Proclamation.

36:2-381 Proclamation.
3. The proclamation shall also call upon individuals, organizations, schools, and local government units to support and conduct activities and events that mark the importance of the Civil War and its positive outcomes, the contributions of veterans of the Civil War, and the history and contributions of the Grand Army of the Republic and the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War.
L.2019, J.R.24, s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-382 - "Women in Public Office Day," March 19th; designated.

36:2-382 "Women in Public Office Day," March 19th; designated.
1. March 19th of each year is designated "Women in Public Office Day" in New Jersey to unite as we support the success of women in public office.
L.2019, J.R.27, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-384 - "Obesity Care Week," second week of October; designated.

36:2-384 "Obesity Care Week," second week of October; designated.
1. The second week of October of each year is designated as "Obesity Care Week" in New Jersey to create awareness of the increasing prevalence of obesity, the devastating effects of obesity on people's lives, and to encourage greater action to help decrease the obesity rate in New Jersey and in the nation.
L.2019, J.R.29, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-385 - Annual observance.

36:2-385 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing the second week of October of each year as "Obesity Care Week" in New Jersey, and calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the week with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2019, J.R.29, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-386 - "Domestic Violence Services Awareness Week," third full week in March; designated.

36:2-386 "Domestic Violence Services Awareness Week," third full week in March; designated.
1. The third full week in March of each year is designated as "Domestic Violence Services Awareness Week" in the State of New Jersey to bring awareness to the array of services, advocacy, and assistance offered to victims of domestic violence.
L.2019, J.R.30, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-387 - Annual observance.

36:2-387 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens of this State to observe "Domestic Violence Services Awareness Week" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2019, J.R.30, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-388 - "NUT Carcinoma Awareness Month," January; designated.

36:2-388 "NUT Carcinoma Awareness Month," January; designated.
1. The month of January shall be permanently designated as "NUT Carcinoma Awareness Month" in the State of New Jersey in order to raise public awareness about this aggressive form of cancer and the new treatment regimens that are improving survival rates, and to honor the inspiring life of Benjamin Landel whose generosity led him to help others who were undergoing their own battles with cancer.
L.2019, J.R.31, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-389 - Annual observance.

36:2-389 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectively requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing January as "NUT Carcinoma 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.2019, J.R.31, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-390 - "Financial Literacy Month," April; designated.

36:2-390 "Financial Literacy Month," April; designated.
1. April of each year is designated as "Financial Literacy Month" in New Jersey in order to improve the citizenry's understanding of critical financial issues such as credit management, savings, debt management, and homeownership, and to significantly increase an individual's likelihood of financial success.
L.2019, J.R.32, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-391 - Annual observance.

36:2-391 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing April as "Financial Literacy Month" in New Jersey and calling upon schools, financial institutions, nonprofit financial educational organizations, the citizens of the State, and other interested groups to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2019, J.R.32, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-392 - "Career and Technical Education Month," February; designated.

36:2-392 "Career and Technical Education Month," February; designated.
1. The month of February in each year is designated as "Career and Technical Education Month" in New Jersey in order to recognize and promote the many benefits of career and technical education in this State.
L.2019, J.R.33, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-393 - Annual observance.

36:2-393 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon students, parents, and other citizens of the State to learn more about career and technical education, county vocational-technical school programs, and well-paying career pathways that can be launched with an industry credential or a technical degree. The proclamation shall also call upon New Jersey employers to become active partners with county vocational-technical schools to align curriculum with their workforce needs and provide meaningful work-based learning opportunities to students.
L.2019, J.R.33, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-394 - "Overdose Awareness Day," August 31; designated.

36:2-394 "Overdose Awareness Day," August 31; designated.
1. August 31 of each year shall be designated as "Overdose Awareness Day" in New Jersey to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death.
L.2020, J.R.2, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-395 - Annual observance.

36:2-395 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to observe a moment of silence on August 31 of each year and to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe "Overdose Awareness Day" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2020, J.R.2, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-396 - "Sickle Cell Awareness Month", designated.

36:2-396 "Sickle Cell Awareness Month", designated.
1. The month of September of each year is designated as "Sickle Cell Awareness Month" in New Jersey to raise public awareness of the genetic risk factors associated with, and the symptoms and treatment of, sickle cell disease.
2020. J.R. 4, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-397 - Annual gubernatorial proclamation.

36:2-397 Annual gubernatorial proclamation.
2. The Governor is requested to issue a proclamation annually calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe "Sickle Cell Awareness Month" with appropriate activities and programs.
2020. J.R. 4, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-399 - Gubernatorial proclamation.

36:2-399 Gubernatorial proclamation.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to issue a proclamation annually and call upon public, officials, private organizations, and all citizens of this State to observe this celebration each year with appropriate events and activities.
2020. J.R. 5, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-401 - Annual gubernatorial proclamation.

36:2-401 Annual gubernatorial proclamation.
2. The Governor may annually issue a proclamation recognizing September as "Safe Haven Awareness Month" and call upon public officials and the residents of the State of New Jersey to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
2020. J.R. 6, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-402 - "COVID-19 Heroes Day," March 9; designated.

36:2-402 "COVID-19 Heroes Day," March 9; designated.
1. March 9 of each year shall be designated as "COVID-19 Heroes Day" in New Jersey to honor essential workers.
L.2021, J.R.1, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-403 - Annual observance.

36:2-403 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to issue a proclamation each year calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe "COVID-19 Heroes Day" with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2021, J.R.1, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-404 - "Multiple System Atrophy Awareness Month," March; designated.

36:2-404 "Multiple System Atrophy Awareness Month," March; designated.
1. Each year, March shall be designated as "Multiple System Atrophy Awareness Month."
L.2021, J.R.2, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-405 - Annual observance.

36:2-405 Annual observance.
2. The Governor may issue a proclamation annually recognizing March as "Multiple System Atrophy Awareness Month" and call upon public officials and the residents of the State of New Jersey to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
L.2021, J.R.2, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-406 - "Frederick Douglass Day," February 14; designated.

36:2-406 "Frederick Douglass Day," February 14; designated.
1. February 14 of each year is designated as "Frederick Douglass Day" in New Jersey to honor the remarkable life of Frederick Douglass, his accomplishments, and his activism.
L.2021, J.R.3, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-407 - Annual observance.

36:2-407 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials, private organizations, and all citizens of the State to observe "Frederick Douglass Day" with appropriate events and activities.
L.2021, J.R.3, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-408 - "Gun Violence Awareness Day", designated.

36:2-408 "Gun Violence Awareness Day", designated.
1. June 2 of each year is designated as "Gun Violence Awareness Day" in New Jersey to honor and remember all victims of, and others affected by, firearm violence.
L.2021, JR4, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section 36:2-410 - "Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Month", designated.

36:2-410 "Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Month", designated.
1. The month of April of each year is designated as "Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Month" in New Jersey in order to recognize the critical role that EOF plays in ensuring the meaningful access to higher education for economically and educationally disadvantaged students in the State.
L.2021, JR 6, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 36 - Legal Holidays › Section Annual - observance.

36:2-411 Annual observance.
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to annually issue a proclamation recognizing April as "Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Month" in New Jersey and calling upon high schools, EOF-participating post-secondary institutions, and other interested groups to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs, to promote EOF awareness, and to provide all students with information about utilizing EOF.
L.2021, JR 6, s.2.