New JerseyNew Jersey would name every September Deaf Awareness Month
If adopted, the resolution would recognize deaf people's culture each September and aim to help New Jersey residents better understand deaf issues.
What it does
Each September would be called Deaf Awareness Month across New Jersey. The name is meant to celebrate deaf people's culture, heritage, and language.
Argument forThe yearly observance could prompt residents to learn about deaf culture and question misconceptions about deaf people's lives.
Argument againstThe name alone might do little to teach residents if people do not hold activities; the governor is only asked to encourage them.
More detail
New Jersey would name each September Deaf Awareness Month. The statewide observance would recognize deaf people and their culture, heritage, and language. If adopted, the resolution would take effect immediately, and the name would apply every September.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 1Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens CommitteeIntroduced
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