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Green Star Flag for Families of Veterans Who Died by Suicide.

This legislation mandates the creation of the official Green Star Service Flag, intended for the next of kin of veterans who died by suicide after September 11, 2001. The flag serves as a symbol of recognition and honor for the profound loss experienced by these families. The Department of Veterans Affairs will define who qualifies as next of kin and will manage the licensing process for manufacturing the flag.
Key points
Establishes the Green Star Service Flag to recognize the next of kin of veterans who died as a result of suicide.
The flag applies specifically to veterans whose death occurred on or after September 11, 2001.
Manufacturing and selling the flag without a license from the VA may result in a civil penalty of up to $1,000.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6022
Sponsor: Rep. Bresnahan, Robert P. [R-PA-8]
Process start date: 2025-11-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sgt. Walter F. Hartnett IV Green Star Veterans Service Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6022.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes the Green Star Service Flag to recognize the next of kin of veterans who died as a result of suicide.
  • The flag applies specifically to veterans whose death occurred on or after September 11, 2001.
  • Manufacturing and selling the flag without a license from the VA may result in a civil penalty of up to $1,000.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Bresnahan, Robert P. [R-PA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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