Recognizes historical importance and cultural significance of Hinchliffe Stadium and annual football game between Montclair State University and William Paterson University at Hinchliffe Stadium.
This Assembly Resolution (AR 150) formally recognizes Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson, New Jersey, as one of only two surviving Negro League stadiums in the U.S. and highlights its historical significance as a landmark honoring African American athletes. It specifically acknowledges the annual football rivalry game between Montclair State University and William Paterson University held at the stadium, calling it a cultural event that preserves the site's legacy. The resolution has no legal effect but serves to publicly affirm the stadium's importance through formal recognition. It directs copies to university leaders, the Governor, relevant legislators, and the New Jersey Historical Society. The resolution does not alter any laws or funding but aims to promote awareness of the stadium's role in sports history.
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Sep 2024
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Introduced Sep 12, 2024
Last action Sep 12, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee
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2 primary · 9 co-sponsors
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Mike Venezia
DDemocratic
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Shavonda Sumter
DDemocratic
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Carmen Morales
DDemocratic
Co
Cody Miller
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Hutchison
DDemocratic
Co
Ellen Park
DDemocratic
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Linda Carter
DDemocratic
Co
Rosy Bagolie
DDemocratic
Co
Shanique Speight
DDemocratic
Co
Verlina Reynolds-Jackson
DDemocratic
Co
Will Sampson
DDemocratic
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