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AJR 186

Commemorates 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Bob Auth and 17 co-sponsors

New Jersey commemorates the 9/11 anniversary with a formal remembrance by the Legislature, honoring victims, survivors, and first responders, without creating new laws or funding.

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Bill Summary · AJR 186

Overview

AJR 186 (Session 222, New Jersey) is a joint resolution commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The bill is sponsored and co-sponsored by a broad slate of legislators. As a joint resolution, it expresses remembrance and recognition rather than implementing new laws or mandatory actions.

Purpose and intent

  • Pronounces official recognition of the 9/11 attacks and memorializes the 25th anniversary.
  • Aims to honor victims, survivors, first responders, and the broader community affected by the events of September 11, 2001.
  • Serves as a formal expression of the Legislature’s remembrance and tribute.

Key provisions and changes

  • Formal declaration: The bill designates a 9/11 anniversary-related commemoration within New Jersey and acknowledges the impact on the state and nation.
  • No new mandates or regulatory requirements: As a memorial resolution, it does not impose new duties, funding obligations, or regulatory standards on state agencies, municipalities, or individuals.
  • Potential commemorative actions: The resolution may authorize or encourage related commemorative activities (e.g., ceremonies, moments of silence, or educational reminders) at appropriate state venues, schools, or government offices, consistent with typical memorial resolutions. The bill’s text would guide any specific recommendations.

Affected parties

  • Residents of New Jersey: in the context of statewide remembrance and any associated commemorative events.
  • State and local government entities: may host or participate in commemorations, ceremonies, or educational activities aligned with the resolution.
  • First responders, victims, and survivors: indirectly affected through formal recognition and public acknowledgment by the Legislature.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Status: AJR signifies a formal expression of recognition by the New Jersey Legislature.
  • Timeline considerations: Typically commemorative resolutions are adopted to align with the anniversary date (September 11) or to designate ongoing remembrance during a given session. The resolution itself does not create ongoing programs or funding; any future actions would depend on accompanying ceremonial decisions or actions by state agencies.

Summary

AJR 186 commemorates the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, through a formal expression of remembrance by the New Jersey Legislature. It honors victims, survivors, and first responders, and may encourage related commemorative activities. It does not create new legal obligations, funding, or regulatory changes. The broad list of co-sponsors indicates cross-party or cross-caucus support for acknowledging the anniversary and its significance for New Jersey.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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