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Designating August 1st as Gold Star Children’s Day

The U.S. Senate designated August 1, 2024, as Gold Star Children’s Day. This resolution aims to provide national recognition and honor the thousands of children who have lost a parent serving in the Armed Forces. It is a symbolic act encouraging citizens to observe the day and show support for these families and their unique sacrifices.
Key points
August 1, 2024, is officially designated as Gold Star Children’s Day to honor the unique sacrifices and hardships of these children.
The resolution encourages the public to observe the day and show support for children of fallen military members.
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Status: Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_791
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Process start date: 2024-07-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating August 1, 2024, as "Gold Star Children's Day".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_791.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • August 1, 2024, is officially designated as Gold Star Children’s Day to honor the unique sacrifices and hardships of these children.
  • The resolution encourages the public to observe the day and show support for children of fallen military members.
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. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS].

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 S5677; text: CR S5689-5690)

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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