Bill Text: NJ SR68 | 2012-2013 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Recognizes contributions and patriotism of Armed Forces Heritage House.
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Republican 3-1)
Status: (Passed) 2012-11-30 - Filed with Secretary of State [SR68 Detail]
Download: New_Jersey-2012-SR68-Introduced.html
Sponsored by:
Senator SAMUEL D. THOMPSON
District 12 (Burlington, Middlesex, Monmouth and Ocean)
Senator DIANE B. ALLEN
District 7 (Burlington)
SYNOPSIS
Recognizes contributions and patriotism of Armed Forces Heritage House.
CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT
As introduced.
A Senate Resolution recognizing the contributions and patriotism of the Armed Forces Heritage House.
Whereas, The mission of the Armed Forces Heritage House is to preserve, present, interpret, and educate citizens on the rich history, artistry, heritage, and environment of the Armed Forces located at the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst; and
Whereas, The Armed Forces Heritage House recognizes the importance of the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, which serves as a national model as the country's first operational joint base, is home to 80 missions, represents all service branches of the United States military, and provides a centralized location for military operations in the State; and
Whereas, Since its inception in 1917, the base has conducted basic training, combat training, airlift and air-refueling operations, aeromedical missions, anti-submarine warfare, crucial aircraft carrier engineering, and other vital functions which are all underscored by the Armed Forces Heritage House in its efforts to raise awareness about the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst; and
Whereas, In pursuit of its mission, the Armed Forces Heritage House hopes to create and build a museum accessible to the general public that preserves and presents the heritage and history of the base; and
Whereas, The museum would serve as a major tourist attraction with a location in Wrightstown adjacent to Wrightstown's Urban Renewal Zone; and
Whereas, In addition to the tremendous and valuable work related to the establishment of the Armed Forces Heritage House museum, the organization also displays unwavering patriotism and support for America's troops; and
Whereas, The Armed Forces Heritage House provides a shining example for all residents of New Jersey, it is accordingly fitting and proper for us to recognize the contributions and patriotism of this organization; now, therefore,
Be It Resolved by the Senate of the State of New Jersey:
1. This House officially recognizes the contributions and patriotism of the Armed Forces Heritage House.
2. Duly authenticated copies of this resolution, signed by the President of the Senate and attested to by the Secretary thereof, shall be transmitted to the executive director and the president of the Armed Forces Heritage House.
STATEMENT
This resolution recognizes the contributions and patriotism of the Armed Forces Heritage House.
The Armed Forces Heritage House is an organization dedicated to preserving, presenting, interpreting, and educating citizens on the history and heritage of the Armed Forces located at the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Established as the nation's first operational joint base, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst has been an important part of New Jersey culture and history since its inception by serving as a home to 80 missions, representing all services of the military, and providing a centralized location for military operations in New Jersey. Ultimately, the Armed Forces Heritage House hopes to build a museum adjacent to the Urban Renewal Zone in Wrightstown so that the public may learn and appreciate the history and heritage of the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. By seeking to build this museum and through the organization's constant support of our troops, the Armed Forces Heritage House has served as a beacon of patriotism.
