The resolution designates September of each year as "Kinship Care Month" in New Jersey, highlighting the significance of kinship care, which involves the temporary or permanent care of children by relatives or close family friends instead of their biological parents. It emphasizes the benefits of kinship care, such as maintaining familial and cultural connections, providing stability and safety for children, and reducing trauma associated with family separation. The resolution notes that New Jersey prioritizes kinship placements in its child welfare system and recognizes the contributions of kinship caregivers, as well as the support provided by child welfare professionals and community members.

Additionally, the resolution calls for the Governor to issue an annual proclamation to promote Kinship Care Month, encouraging public officials and citizens to engage in activities and programs that honor kinship caregivers and the children they support. This initiative aligns with national recognition of Kinship Care Month, which has been celebrated since 2012 to raise awareness about the vital role of kinship caregivers and the positive outcomes for children in these arrangements. The resolution aims to foster appreciation and support for kinship care within the state.