Honors life of Congressman William J. Pascrell, Jr.
SR 53 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the late Congressman William J. Pascrell, Jr., who served New Jersey for 36 years in state and federal office. It specifically recognizes his founding role in the Congressional Brain Injury Task Force, which advocates for research, treatment, and policy support for traumatic and acquired brain injuries (TBI/ABI). The resolution urges New Jersey's current and future U.S. congressional representatives to join and actively support this bipartisan task force. It does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges Pascrell's legacy and encourages continued advocacy for brain injury awareness and research.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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Benjie Wimberly
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Joe Cryan
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Renee Burgess
DDemocratic
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