Bill Text: NJ AJR12 | 2018-2019 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Designates November of each year as "Diversity Month in New Jersey."
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 11-0)
Status: (Engrossed - Dead) 2018-12-03 - Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee [AJR12 Detail]
Download: New_Jersey-2018-AJR12-Introduced.html
No. 12
STATE OF NEW JERSEY
218th LEGISLATURE
PRE-FILED FOR INTRODUCTION IN THE 2018 SESSION
Sponsored by:
Assemblyman NICHOLAS CHIARAVALLOTI
District 31 (Hudson)
Assemblyman JAMEL C. HOLLEY
District 20 (Union)
Assemblywoman ANGELA V. MCKNIGHT
District 31 (Hudson)
Assemblywoman ANNETTE CHAPARRO
District 33 (Hudson)
Assemblywoman ANNETTE QUIJANO
District 20 (Union)
Co-Sponsored by:
Assemblywomen Pinkin, Jones, Jasey, Assemblymen McKeon and Johnson
SYNOPSIS
Designates November of each year as "Diversity Month in New Jersey."
CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT
Introduced Pending Technical Review by Legislative Counsel.
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 may annually issue a proclamation recognizing November of each year as "Diversity 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.
3. This joint resolution shall take effect immediately.
STATEMENT
This joint resolution designates November of each year as "Diversity Month in New Jersey." 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. 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.
Celebrating cultural diversity means valuing the innovation, creativity, and exchange of ideas fostered by the various cultures in the State and the recognition of diversity as an imperative asset for social and economic development. 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.
