S.J.Res.71

Recognizes Orange Heart Medal in NJ.

Chamber Passed·6/18/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey recognizes the Orange Heart Medal to honor Vietnam War veterans affected by Agent Orange.

New Jersey honors Vietnam War veterans who were affected by Agent Orange with the Orange Heart Medal. The state acknowledges the sacrifices made by these veterans, who were exposed to the harmful chemical during the war. The resolution also recognizes the Orange Heart Medal Project, which has distributed approximately 4,000 medals to veterans or their surviving spouses. The resolution takes effect immediately upon passage.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 40–0 · Jun 18
Current
Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

40 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

May 21

10:00 AM

Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Hearing

History

Jun 18

Senate

Passed by the Senate (40-0)

Jun 18

Assembly

Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee

May 21

Senate

Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading