Designates August of each year as "American Artist Appreciation Month" in New Jersey.
This bill designates August of each year as "American Artist Appreciation Month" in New Jersey to recognize the contributions of American artists to culture and the economy. The resolution requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging schools and cultural institutions to hold activities and programs during this month. It highlights the arts industry's economic impact, noting it supports jobs and generates significant revenue for the state and local governments. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and serves as a commemorative measure rather than establishing new funding or policy requirements.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 10, 2026
Last action Mar 10, 2026
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Mar 10, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Tourism, Gaming and the Arts Committee
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Carol Murphy
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