New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill AR86

Introduced
2/14/22  

Caption

Declares week of September 21 through September 27, 2020 as "Diaper Need Awareness Week."

Impact

The resolution emphasizes that addressing Diaper Need is critical for the health and welfare of infants and toddlers, as well as their families. It points out that inadequate supplies of diapers can lead to adverse health outcomes and denying children eligibility for participation in childcare and early education programs due to insufficient diaper supply. The initiative is seen as a step towards creating economic opportunities for low-income families in New Jersey, recognizing the need for community support and the role of local organizations in alleviating this issue.

Summary

Assembly Resolution No. 86, introduced in New Jersey, declares the week of September 21 through September 27, 2020, as 'Diaper Need Awareness Week.' This bill aims to foster public awareness regarding Diaper Need, which is the condition of not having enough clean diapers for infants and toddlers. It highlights the vulnerability of low-income families who struggle to meet this essential need, particularly since diapers cannot be purchased using food stamps or WIC vouchers. As a result, many families face significant economic hardship in securing an adequate supply of diapers for their children.

Contention

While the resolution is largely supportive, there may be underlying contention related to the systemic causes of Diaper Need and the adequacy of community resources. The reliance on public awareness and charitable donations raises concerns about the sustainability of addressing such a fundamental need through voluntary measures. Critics could argue that without structural changes such as government assistance programs to cover basic necessities like diapers, issues stemming from poverty may not be effectively resolved by awareness initiatives alone. The resolution encourages governmental agencies to organize diaper drives, which implies a need for active participation and support from the community to make a tangible impact.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NJ AR98

Declares week of September 22 through September 28, 2024 as "Diaper Need Awareness Week."

NJ SR103

Declares week of September 22 through September 28, 2024 as "Diaper Need Awareness Week."

NJ HR230

Designating the week of September 15 through 21, 2025, as "Diaper Need Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.

NJ HR198

Designating the week of September 18 through 24, 2023, as "Diaper Need Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.

NJ HR534

Designating the week of September 23 through 29, 2024, as "Diaper Need Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.

NJ K00671

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 21-27, 2025, as Diaper Need Awareness Week in the State of New York

NJ K00762

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 15-21, 2025, as Diaper Need Awareness Week in the State of New York

NJ HR1507

Recognizing the importance of diapers to infant health and family well-being, and expressing support for the designation of the week of September 23-29, 2024, as "National Diaper Need Awareness Week".

NJ HR713

Recognizing the importance of diapers to infant health and family well-being, and expressing support for the designation of the week of September 18-24, 2023, as "National Diaper Need Awareness Week".

NJ ACR125

Diaper Need Awareness Week.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.