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AJR 240

Designates June 11 of each year as "Day of Play" to raise awareness on importance of play.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Carol Murphy

AJR 240 designates June 11 as NJ’s Day of Play, urging annual gubernatorial proclamations and public observances to celebrate play’s role in development, health, inclusivity.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee
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Bill Summary · AJR 240

AJR 240 — Day of Play (New Jersey)

Overview

AJR 240 is a joint resolution introduced in the New Jersey Assembly that designates June 11 of each year as “Day of Play.” The goal is to raise awareness about the importance of play for people of all ages and to encourage residents to prioritize play. The resolution emphasizes the developmental, social, mental health, and inclusivity benefits of play and ties New Jersey’s observance to broader international recognition of play.

Key Provisions

  • Designation: June 11 of every year is designated as “Day of Play” in New Jersey to highlight the importance of play and to encourage citizens of all ages to prioritize it.
  • Annual Proclamation: The Governor is asked to issue an annual proclamation recognizing June 11 as “Day of Play” and to urge public officials and citizens to observe the day with suitable activities and programs.
  • Immediate Effect: The resolution takes effect immediately upon enactment.
  • Purpose and Intent (Statement of Purpose): The resolution cites the benefits of play for resilience, creativity, and social development; references the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the UN General Assembly’s establishment of the International Day of Play on June 11, 2024; and underscores the role of play in cognitive, emotional, and social skills, as well as inclusivity and cross-cultural engagement.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Residents of New Jersey: All ages are encouraged to participate in or observe activities promoting play.
  • Public Officials: Encouraged to observe the day and support related activities and programs.
  • Non-profit organizations, public parks, and playgrounds: Highlighted as existing institutions that promote play and may align with observance efforts.
  • Broad impact: While symbolic, the resolution aims to raise public awareness and potentially inspire related initiatives at state, local, and national levels.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Introduced in the Assembly and referred to the Assembly Committee on Children, Families and Food Security.
  • Introduced: November 24, 2025.
  • Legislative Actions: Reference shows only introduction and committee referral to date; no approved enactment details beyond that.
  • Practical effect: As a joint resolution, it designates an observance and requests a proclamation; it does not create new duties, funding, or statutory programs.

Sponsor

  • Primary Sponsor: Senator Carol A. Murphy (listed as sponsor on the related documentation; note: AJR designations typically align with Assembly sponsors as well).

Summary in One Sentence

AJR 240 seeks to establish June 11 as “Day of Play” in New Jersey, urging annual gubernatorial proclamations and public observances to celebrate and promote the critical role of play in development, health, inclusivity, and social well-being.

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

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