New JerseyNew Jersey resolution would make September 22 John Basilone Day every year
If passed, this resolution would name September 22 of each year John Basilone Day in New Jersey to honor the World War II heroism of New Jersey native John Basilone.
What it does
New Jersey would mark September 22 each year as John Basilone Day to honor a native who showed heroism in World War II battles.
The governor would be asked to issue a yearly proclamation calling on officials and residents to observe the day.
Argument forA yearly day named for John Basilone could keep the memory of a New Jersey native's wartime service alive and prompt local events for veterans.
Argument againstA commemorative day does not itself add money or services for veterans, so it may be mostly symbolic.
More detail
September 22 of each year would be designated John Basilone Day in New Jersey. The day honors the heroism of New Jersey native John Basilone at the Battles of Guadalcanal and Iwo Jima during World War II. The resolution would take effect immediately.
The Governor is respectfully asked to issue a proclamation each year calling on public officials and residents to observe the day. The proclamation would ask for appropriate activities and programs. The resolution only requests a proclamation; it does not require one.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 28Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs CommitteeLatest
- Sep 24Passed by the Assembly (74-0-0)Passed 1st Chamber
- Sep 14Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd ReadingMinor
- Jan 13Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs CommitteeIntroduced
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