Designates month of March as "Military and Law Enforcement Working Dogs Month."
Impact
The passage of SJR120 would officially acknowledge and honor military and law enforcement working dogs by dedicating a specific month to commemorate their service. The bill underscores the necessity of an annual proclamation by the Governor, urging public officials and citizens to observe and engage in activities that promote awareness about the contributions of working dogs. The resolution aligns with existing national recognition, particularly 'National K9 Veterans Day,' which falls on March 13th, celebrating the history of military working dogs.
Summary
SJR120 is a joint resolution introduced in the New Jersey Senate that designates the month of March as 'Military and Law Enforcement Working Dogs Month.' This initiative aims to honor the essential role that working dogs play in military and law enforcement, both in the protection of the nation and in community engagement. The resolution highlights the contributions of these dogs and their handlers, who often place their lives at risk to serve the public's safety and security. The bill is co-sponsored by Senators Latham Tiver and Kristin M. Corrado, emphasizing bipartisan support for recognizing these important members of service teams.
Contention
While there appears to be broad support for recognizing the contributions of working dogs, some stakeholders may raise concerns regarding the implications of dedicating a formal month without corresponding policy changes or funding for training programs and resources for working dogs and their handlers. Nevertheless, the resolution serves as a reminder of the vital roles these animals play in various spheres, including drug detection, explosives identification, and search and rescue operations.
Designates month of April of each year as "Military Child Appreciation Month" in NJ; designates last full week of April of each year as "Military Child Appreciation Week" in NJ.
Designates month of April of each year as "Military Child Appreciation Month" in NJ; designates last full week of April of each year as "Military Child Appreciation Week" in NJ.
Designates month of April of each year as "Military Child Appreciation Month" in NJ; designates last full week of April of each year as "Military Child Appreciation Week" in NJ.
Designates month of April of each year as "Military Child Appreciation Month" in NJ; designates last full week of April of each year as "Military Child Appreciation Week" in NJ.