New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Joint Resolution
AJR 148: Designates October of each year as "Menopause Awareness Month" October 11 of each year as "Perimenopause Day," and October 18 of each year as "Postmenopause Day" in New Jersey.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
AJR 148 is a joint resolution introduced in the New Jersey House on February 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Designates October of each year as "Menopause Awareness Month" October 11 of each year as "Perimenopause Day," and October 18 of each year as "Postmenopause Day" in New Jersey. Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic), Peterpaul, Luanne M., Esq., Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Community Development and Women's Affairs Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shanique Speight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 29 |
| Peterpaul, Luanne M., Esq. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Verlina Reynolds-Jackson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Community Development and Women's Affairs Committee