Designates May of each year as "Skin Cancer Awareness" in New Jersey.
This bill (AJR 233) designates May of each year as "Skin Cancer Awareness Month" in New Jersey. It directly affects all New Jersey residents by promoting public education about skin cancer prevention and early detection. The key mechanism requires the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials and citizens to observe the month with activities focused on skin cancer risks and protective measures like sun protection and regular skin exams. The resolution takes immediate effect and does not create new regulations or funding.
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Introduction
Nov 2025
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Governor
Introduced Nov 17, 2025
Last action Nov 17, 2025
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Nov 17, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
lower
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Gerry Scharfenberger
RRepublican
Co
Brian Rumpf
RRepublican
Co
Greg Myhre
RRepublican
Co
Mike Inganamort
RRepublican
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