New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Joint Resolution
SJR 162: Permanently designates November 8 of each year as "First-Generation College Student Day" in NJ.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SJR 162 is a joint resolution introduced in the New Jersey Senate on October 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Permanently designates November 8 of each year as "First-Generation College Student Day" in NJ. Primary sponsor: Vince Polistina (Republican), Andrew Zwicker (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (October 5, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vince Polistina | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 2 |
| Andrew Zwicker | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Angela McKnight | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
“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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee