SR 89 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Declares racism a public health crisis in New Jersey.

This Senate Resolution declares racism a public health crisis in New Jersey, recognizing it as a systemic issue that negatively impacts the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of residents. The resolution is based on evidence linking racism to health disparities, including higher rates of chronic disease, maternal mortality, and stress-related conditions among Black and brown communities. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal statement to raise awareness and direct copies to state health and legal officials for further consideration.
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Introduced Mar 12, 2026 Last action Mar 12, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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