Designates May of each year as Haitian Heritage Month.
SJR 51 designates May of each year as Haitian Heritage Month in New Jersey. This ceremonial resolution directly affects New Jersey residents, particularly the state's nearly 69,000 Haitian-American community, by requiring the Governor to issue annual proclamations encouraging public observance through educational programs and cultural activities. The bill focuses on raising awareness of Haitian history and contributions, including the Haitian Revolution and cultural heritage, without creating new policies or funding. It serves as a symbolic recognition, expanding on existing Haitian Flag Day observances.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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2 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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Angela McKnight
DDemocratic
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Vin Gopal
DDemocratic
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Renee Burgess
DDemocratic
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