AJR125: Joint Resolution Text

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2023 - 2024 LEGISLATURE

2023 Assembly JOINT RESOLUTION 125

February 16, 2024 - Introduced by Representatives Mursau, Gundrum, Ratcliff and Wittke, cosponsored by Senator James. Referred to Committee on Rules.

AJR125,1,1 Relating to: proclaiming April 26, 2024, as Shared Parenting Day in Wisconsin.

AJR125,1,3 Whereas, the State of Wisconsin recognizes that our children are our greatest resource; and

AJR125,1,5 Whereas, our children need emotional and parental support from both parents to be as successful as possible; and

AJR125,1,7 Whereas, separated parents who choose to share parenting duties significantly decrease the chances of undesirable youth troubles and struggles; and

AJR125,1,9 Whereas, shared parenting is shown to have a significantly positive effect on children's well-being; and

AJR125,1,11 Whereas, Wisconsin is currently the leading state in shared parenting outcomes for children with separated parents; and

AJR125,1,14 Whereas, increasing the public awareness of the importance of providing children with the parental support they need from both parents benefits Wisconsin's children, their parents, and all of Wisconsin's citizens; now, therefore, be it

AJR125,2,3 Resolved by the assembly, the senate concurring, That the members of the Wisconsin Legislature hereby proclaim April 26, 2024, as Shared Parenting Day in Wisconsin.

AJR125,2,4 (End)