JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 4

A Joint Resolution permanently designating May 25 as "Children's Memorial Day."

Whereas, Many of the holidays observed by the citizens of this State pay tribute to specific events or celebrate the accomplishments of certain individuals; and

Whereas, For example, Mother's Day and Father's Day allow individuals to celebrate the special contributions mothers and fathers have made in their lives, while Memorial Day honors the memory of soldiers who lost their lives fighting in armed conflicts; and

Whereas, The parents, relatives and friends of children that have died in this State deserve a similar day in which to memorialize them and to remember that although these children did not live long enough to make a lasting contribution to society as a whole, their lives did make a difference to those who knew them; now, therefore,

    Be It Resolved by the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey:

C.36:2-40 Children’s Memorial Day designated.

    1. May 25 shall be permanently established as "Children's Memorial Day."

    2. The Governor shall be requested to issue a proclamation calling upon public officials and citizens of this State to observe the day with appropriate activities and programs.

    3. This joint resolution shall take effect immediately.

    Approved June 20, 1996.