New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced

SJR 162 — Permanently designates November 8 of each year as "First-Generation College Student Day" in NJ.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SHI

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed General Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 05, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

Designates November 8 as 'First-Generation College Student Day' each year in New Jersey.

This bill permanently designates November 8 as First-Generation College Student Day in New Jersey. It aims to recognize and celebrate the achievements of first-generation college students.

Summary

First-Generation College Student Day-permanently designate November 8 each year

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SHI

Sponsors

  • Vincent J. Polistina · Primary
  • Andrew Zwicker · Primary
  • Angela V. McKnight · Cosponsor

Sponsorship breakdown

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2 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 117 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

  • Polistina, Vincent J.
  • Zwicker, Andrew

Co-sponsors (1)

  • McKnight, Angela V.

Not signed on (117)

117 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SJR 162 do?
First-Generation College Student Day-permanently designate November 8 each year
Who sponsors SJR 162?
SJR 162 is sponsored by Polistina, Vincent J., Zwicker, Andrew, and McKnight, Angela V..
What is the current status of SJR 162?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 05, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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