The resolution designates September of each year as Alopecia Areata Awareness Month in New Jersey. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune skin disease that leads to hair loss on the scalp, face, and other body areas, affecting approximately 6.8 million people in the U.S. The resolution highlights the various forms of the disease, including alopecia areata patchy, totalis, and universalis, and emphasizes the need for public education regarding its symptoms and treatment options. Currently, there is no cure, but treatments exist to manage the condition.

To promote awareness, the resolution mandates that the Governor issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials, healthcare professionals, and citizens to engage in activities and programs that raise awareness about alopecia areata. The goal is to enhance understanding of the disease, foster support for those affected, and stimulate research and funding for better treatments and potential cures. The resolution takes effect immediately upon passage.