ASSEMBLY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND WOMEN'S AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

STATEMENT TO

ASSEMBLY JOINT RESOLUTION No. 205

STATE OF NEW JERSEY

DATED:  MARCH 20, 2025

      The Assembly Community Development and Women's Affairs Committee reports favorably Assembly Joint Resolution No. 205.

      This resolution permanently designates the last week in February as “Eating Disorders Awareness Week” in New Jersey in order to raise public awareness about eating disorders.  The resolution  recognizes the work the National Eating Disorders Association does in providing services to, advocating for early intervention and improved access to treatment for, individuals with eating disorders. Finally, the resolution seeks to encourage those suffering from eating disorders and their families to seek the support they need to overcome these life-threatening illnesses.