New JerseyNew Jersey would recognize military spouses each May
If adopted, the resolution would set a yearly month of recognition for military spouses and ask the governor to invite public observances.
What it does
New Jersey would mark each May as Military Spouse Appreciation Month to recognize military spouses' support and sacrifices. The designation would take effect immediately if adopted.
The governor would be asked each year to invite public officials and citizens to observe May with activities and programs. The request would take effect if adopted.
Argument forAn annual observance could give military spouses public recognition for their support and sacrifices.
Argument againstA yearly call for activities could take planning time from public officials who choose to participate.
More detail
New Jersey would designate each May as Military Spouse Appreciation Month. The observance would take place across New Jersey. The designation would take effect immediately if the resolution is adopted and recur each May.
The resolution would ask the governor to issue a proclamation each year. The proclamation would call on public officials and citizens in New Jersey to observe the month with activities and programs. The governor would be asked to act, rather than required to do so. The request would take effect immediately if the resolution is adopted and would apply each year.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 15Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd ReadingLatest
- Jan 13Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs CommitteeIntroduced
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