The resolution designates November 14 of each year as Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day in New Jersey, honoring the significant historical impact of Ruby Bridges, who, at the age of six, became the first African American child to integrate an all-white elementary school in the South on November 14, 1960. Despite facing violent protests and blatant racism, Bridges attended William Frantz Elementary School, where she was isolated from other students but remained committed to her education. Her bravery not only paved the way for other African American children but also inspired a national conversation about racial equality.

The resolution calls for the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials, citizens, and organizations to observe Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day with appropriate programs and activities. This initiative aims to celebrate Bridges' courage and her lifelong commitment to promoting tolerance and unity through education, as exemplified by her establishment of The Ruby Bridges Foundation in 1999. By commemorating this day, New Jersey seeks to honor the legacy of Ruby Bridges and the ongoing struggle for civil rights in America.