Bill · S.Res. 824· Senate(119-SRES-824)

A resolution designating August 1, 2026, as "Gold Star Children's Day".

Age: 75 years

Mississippi

Introduced: 7/30/2026
Last activity: 7/30/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4365; text: CR S4392)
Sponsored by: Roger Wicker
Cosponsors: - 11 - 12

Armed Forces and National Security

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

This bill has been officially recorded and is now part of the legislative history.

What this bill would do

This resolution designates August 1, 2026, as "Gold Star Children's Day". The measure aims to honor the sacrifices and hardships experienced by the children of fallen members of the Armed Forces. It acknowledges that many thousands of these children have lost parents who served in the military. The resolution also notes that the Senate has honored Gold Star Children annually on August 1 since 2021. Finally, it encourages the people of the United States to observe this day in support of these children.

Yes· 3 of 4

Would children be better off under this?+5
The resolution provides national recognition and support for children of fallen service members.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+4
The resolution honors the legacy of fallen members of the Armed Forces, which benefits the veterans community.
Would students be better off under this?+3
As the bill specifically targets children of fallen members, it provides symbolic support for these students.