Bill · H.Res. 76· House(119-HRES-76)

Recognizing Gold Shield Families and affirming that their sacrifices and difficulties should not be forgotten.

Age: 62 years

Pennsylvania

Introduced: 1/28/2025
Last activity: 1/28/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Sponsored by: Daniel Meuser
Cosponsors: - 13 - 7

Emergency Management

Introduced
In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution recognizes Gold Shield Families, which are the families of fallen first responders who lost their lives in the line of duty. It covers families of police officers, firefighters, EMTs, correction officers, emergency dispatch officers, and emergency service providers. The measure affirms that the sacrifices and difficulties of these families should not be forgotten. It honors them for their immeasurable sacrifices and steadfast support of their loved ones. Furthermore, it states that this recognition shows the enduring gratitude and appreciation of the United States. Finally, it calls for a copy of the resolution to be sent to the President and made publicly available.

Yes· 3 of 5

Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+1
The resolution acknowledges the hardships faced by families of fallen responders who may face economic difficulties.
Would people in cities be better off under this?+1
The resolution honors those who protect communities, which include urban residents.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+1
The resolution mandates that the recognition be made publicly available to ensure the sacrifices are seen by the nation.