Bill Text: NJ SJR65 | 2018-2019 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Designates March 19th "Women in Public Office Day" in New Jersey.
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 17-7)
Status: (Passed) 2020-01-21 - Approved P.L.2019, JR-27. [SJR65 Detail]
Download: New_Jersey-2018-SJR65-Introduced.html
Sponsored by:
Senator LORETTA WEINBERG
District 37 (Bergen)
SYNOPSIS
Designates March 19th "Women in Public Office Day" in New Jersey.
CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT
As introduced.
A Joint Resolution designating March 19th of each year as "Women in Public Office Day" in New Jersey.
Whereas, The month of March is Women's History Month and celebrates the significant contributions that women of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds have made to the world; and
Whereas, Women play a critical role in the vitality and diversity of our communities, and are essential to ensuring that the State of New Jersey is well-represented; and
Whereas, While the twentieth century was a pivotal time of growth for women entering politics, women remain underrepresented in male-dominated fields, and thus, providing opportunities to support women in public office is imperative; and
Whereas, Recognizing women in public office will bring awareness to the fundamental necessity of their work and will inspire other women to serve their communities; now, therefore,
Be It Resolved by the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey:
1. March 19th of each year is designated "Women in Public Office Day" in New Jersey to unite as we support the success of women in public office.
2. The Governor shall annually issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and the citizens of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.
3. This joint resolution shall take effect immediately.
STATEMENT
This resolution designates March 19th of each year as "Women in Public Office Day" in New Jersey to support the success of women in public office.
The month of March is Women's History Month and celebrates the significant contributions women have made to the world. Women play a critical role in the vitality and diversity of our communities, and while the twentieth century was a pivotal time of growth for women entering politics, women remain underrepresented in male-dominated fields. It is imperative to provide opportunities to support women in public office and recognizing women in public office will bring awareness to the fundamental necessity of their work and will inspire other women to serve their communities.
