SJR 24 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Designates second week of September of each year as "Library Awareness Week in New Jersey."

SJR 24 designates the second week of September each year as "Library Awareness Week in New Jersey." It requires the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials and residents to observe the week with activities that highlight libraries' roles. The bill aims to promote awareness of libraries as community hubs providing free access to information, digital resources, and educational programs. It directly affects New Jersey residents and library professionals by formally recognizing libraries' contributions to democratic engagement and community learning. The resolution is procedural and does not create new funding or regulations.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
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