New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill SR103

Introduced
5/13/24  

Caption

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

Impact

This resolution aims to increase public awareness regarding diaper need and its implications for low-income families. By designating a specific week for this cause, the bill encourages community involvement through donations and efforts to support local diaper banks and drives. Government agencies are urged to partake in organizing events that will foster community support and address this pressing issue, hence potentially alleviating some financial strain on families who struggle to maintain an adequate supply of diapers.

Summary

Senate Resolution 103 (SR103) introduces the declaration of the week of September 22 through September 28, 2024, as 'Diaper Need Awareness Week' in New Jersey. The resolution seeks to shed light on the issue of diaper need, which is characterized as the lack of an adequate supply of clean diapers for infants and toddlers. The bill emphasizes that this issue not only affects the welfare and health of families but can also hinder children's eligibility for childcare and educational programs, thereby impacting their development and future opportunities.

Contention

While SR103 primarily serves to raise awareness and promote community action, it highlights a significant public health concern that lawmakers recognize as impactful for families. The resolution does not impose legal obligations or financial appropriations but serves more as a call to action, which may create dialogue among stakeholders on the need for further support to families in need of assistance. As such, it can be a stepping stone towards advocating for policies that ensure every child has access to essential items like diapers, which are necessary for health and development.

Companion Bills

NJ AR98

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

NJ AR86

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

Previously Filed As

NJ AR98

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

NJ AR86

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

NJ HR534

Designating the week of September 23 through 29, 2024, 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 HR230

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

NJ K00762

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

NJ K00671

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 21-27, 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

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