S.J.Res.78

Designates May of each year as "Youth Smoking Prevention and Awareness Month."

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

Designates May as "Youth Smoking Prevention and Awareness Month" in New Jersey to raise awareness about smoking dangers and encourage prevention.

The bill designates May of each year as "Youth Smoking Prevention and Awareness Month" in New Jersey. It aims to increase public awareness about the dangers of smoking among youth, including health consequences and financial costs. The bill encourages efforts to prevent smoking and promote cessation among middle and high school students. It requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation and calls on public officials and citizens to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.

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Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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History

Feb 5

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee