The Ronald Reagan Legacy Project — a special project of Americans for Tax Reform — commends Governor Phil Murphy for proclaiming Feb. 6 as “Ronald Reagan Day” in New Jersey.

Founded by ATR president Grover Norquist in 1997, the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project is committed to preserving the legacy of the 40th President of the United States throughout the nation and abroad. The project encourages the naming of buildings, roads, landmarks, and schools after the late President, with a long-term goal of a dedication in every county in all 50 states.

The organization also works with governors to declare Feb. 6, the anniversary of Ronald Reagan’s birthday, as Ronald Reagan Day.

Governor Murphy’s New Jersey proclamation reads, in part:

“President Reagan’s vision of “peace through strength” contributed to the end of the Cold War and the dissolution of the Soviet Union, which guaranteed basic human rights for millions of people.”

There are currently 169 Reagan dedications worldwide. There are 151 dedications in 33 states and the District of Columbia, and 18 international dedications in nine countries including Poland, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Bulgaria, Germany, England, Ireland, Grenada and the Republic of Georgia.

Planning is underway for a significant monument in Kiev, Ukraine.

The most recent dedication came in June 2019 in Berlin, as the site of the “Tear Down This Wall” speech was named the Ronald Reagan Terrace.

New Jersey currently has at least one Reagan dedication: the Ronald Reagan Academy School No. 30 in Elizabeth.

Alabama currently has at least four Reagan dedications: the Ronald Reagan Spirit of America Field in Decatur, the Ronald Reagan Memorial Boulevard in Dothan, the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway in Houston County, and the Ronald Reagan bust in Northpoint.

“Reagan reduced the size and scope of government, cut taxes for all Americans, and laid the foundation for economic prosperity,” said Norquist. “By the time he left office, America was freer, safer, and stronger in every way. Reagan’s leadership had a resounding impact on the lives of citizens here at home and individuals worldwide.”