Designates September 15 of each year as "World Afro Day" in NJ.
This bill designates September 15 of each year as "World Afro Day" throughout New Jersey to recognize and celebrate Afro hair. The resolution directs the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging schools and cultural institutions to observe the day with educational programs and activities. This symbolic designation aims to promote inclusivity and awareness regarding natural hair, building on New Jersey's 2019 CROWN Act protections against hair discrimination. The bill does not create new legal requirements but serves as a commemorative measure to highlight the importance of Afro hair culture and heritage.
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in committee
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Introduction
Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 12, 2026
Last action Mar 12, 2026
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Mar 12, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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Angela McKnight
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