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Recognizing April as the Month of the Military Child

The Senate officially supported designating April as the Month of the Military Child to honor the over 1.6 million children of servicemembers and veterans. While this resolution does not create new laws, it encourages all citizens to actively show support and appreciation for these young individuals for their commitment and struggles related to their parents' service. The goal is to boost public awareness and foster local support initiatives for military families.
Key points
Formal recognition of April as a time to honor the children of military personnel and veterans.
Encouragement for citizens to organize events and ceremonies showing gratitude and support for military families.
Emphasis that military service is a family commitment, recognizing children as 'heroes in their own way'.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_176
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2023-04-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution supporting the designation of April 2023 as the "Month of the Military Child".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_176.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Formal recognition of April as a time to honor the children of military personnel and veterans.
  • Encouragement for citizens to organize events and ceremonies showing gratitude and support for military families.
  • Emphasis that military service is a family commitment, recognizing children as 'heroes in their own way'.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1377; text: CR S1392)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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