Bill Text: NJ AJR109 | 2016-2017 | Regular Session | Amended

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Bill Title: Designates November of each year as "Diversity Month in New Jersey."

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 10-0)

Status: (Engrossed - Dead) 2017-02-27 - Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee [AJR109 Detail]

Download: New_Jersey-2016-AJR109-Amended.html

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[First Reprint]

ASSEMBLY JOINT RESOLUTION

No. 109

STATE OF NEW JERSEY

217th LEGISLATURE

INTRODUCED JUNE 30, 2016

 

 

Sponsored by:

Assemblyman  NICHOLAS CHIARAVALLOTI

District 31 (Hudson)

Assemblyman  JAMEL C. HOLLEY

District 20 (Union)

 

 

 

 

SYNOPSIS

     Designates November of each year as "Diversity Month in New Jersey."

 

CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT

     As reported by the Assembly State and Local Government Committee on September 19, 2016, with amendments.

 

A Joint Resolution designating November of each year as "Diversity Month in New Jersey."

 

Whereas, New Jersey is one of the most diverse states in the United States of America with respect to the racial-ethnic make up of its citizens and has a large foreign-born population; and

Whereas, Echoing the words engraved on the Statue of Liberty, the State of New Jersey has historically served as a beacon of light and hope for persecuted populations and immigrants from around the world searching for a better life and has welcomed the cultural contributions of these communities upon their arrival; and

Whereas, Countless cultures and communities from all over the world have contributed to the fabric of New Jersey life and to the continued growth of diversity in the State; and

Whereas, It is important to recognize the significant contributions the various cultures and communities have made to the arts, sciences, business, and education in New Jersey; and

Whereas, Celebrating cultural diversity means valuing the innovation, creativity, and exchange of ideas fostered by the various cultures in the State and recognizing diversity as an imperative asset for social and economic development; and

Whereas, The State of New Jersey, therefore, takes pride in its cultural diversity and welcomes the opportunity to honor and celebrate the numerous cultures represented by its residents; now, therefore,

 

     Be It Resolved by the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey:

 

     1.    November of each year is designated as "Diversity Month in New Jersey."

 

      2.   The Governor ¹[is required to] may¹ annually issue a proclamation recognizing November of each year as "Diversity Month in New Jersey" and ¹[shall]¹ call upon public officials and the residents of the State of New Jersey to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.

 

     3.    This joint resolution shall take effect immediately.