AJR 173 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Designates October as "Lead Poisoning Awareness Month."

This bill designates October as "Lead Poisoning Awareness Month" in New Jersey to promote public understanding of lead exposure risks. It requires the Governor to issue an annual proclamation recognizing this month and aims to highlight screening methods and ways to minimize lead exposure. The resolution does not change laws or funding but serves as a symbolic measure to draw attention to the health dangers of lead for children and adults.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 7, 2026 Last action May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee
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