Red Star Service Banner Act

Section 2, adding Sec. 905.(a), designates the Red Star Service Banner as an officially recognized commemorative symbol. This provides a way to recognize and remember service members and veterans who have died by suicide while acknowledging the enduring sacrifice of their families.

Section 2, adding Sec. 905.(c), permits the banner to be displayed in various locations such as the residences of immediate family members, veterans service organizations, businesses, public buildings, and community spaces. This gives families and communities flexible options to honor the memory of those who have died by suicide and promote awareness.

Section 2, adding Sec. 905.(f), allows the banner to be displayed to honor the memory of first responders—including firefighters, law enforcement officers, and emergency medical personnel—who have died by suicide. This extends the commemorative recognition to families of fallen first responders.

Section 3 states that no additional funds are authorized to be appropriated to carry out the amendments made by the act. This ensures the law is carried out using amounts otherwise made available to the Department of Veterans Affairs without requiring extra taxpayer spending.