New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Resolution
AR 159: Acknowledges historical lynchings of Sicilians in New Orleans and recognizes Italian-American Heritage Month.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
AR 159 is a resolution introduced in the New Jersey House on October 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Acknowledges historical lynchings of Sicilians in New Orleans and recognizes Italian-American Heritage Month. Primary sponsor: Dawn Fantasia (Republican), Chris DePhillips (Republican). It lists 10 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (October 19, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn Fantasia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 24 |
| Chris DePhillips | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Bob Auth | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 39 |
| Al Barlas | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| John DiMaio | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 23 |
| Kevin Egan | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
| Vicky Flynn | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
| Mike Inganamort | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 24 |
| Paul Kanitra | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 10 |
| Azzariti Jr., John V., M.D. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Greg McGuckin | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 10 |
| Alex Sauickie | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 12 |
“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 State and Local Government Committee