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A resolution designating August 1, 2024, as "Gold Star Children's Day".
8/1/2024, 5:56 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 791
Bill 118 S.Res. 791, also known as the "Gold Star Children's Day" resolution, aims to designate August 1, 2024, as a special day to honor and recognize the children of fallen military service members. The bill highlights the sacrifices made by these children who have lost a parent in service to their country.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of supporting and acknowledging the unique challenges faced by Gold Star children, including coping with the loss of a parent, adjusting to life without them, and navigating the emotional and psychological impact of their parent's sacrifice.
By designating August 1st as "Gold Star Children's Day", the bill seeks to raise awareness about the experiences of these children and to show appreciation for their resilience and strength in the face of adversity. It also serves as a reminder to the public of the ongoing sacrifices made by military families in service to the nation. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 791 is a bipartisan effort to honor and recognize the children of fallen military service members and to ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of supporting and acknowledging the unique challenges faced by Gold Star children, including coping with the loss of a parent, adjusting to life without them, and navigating the emotional and psychological impact of their parent's sacrifice.
By designating August 1st as "Gold Star Children's Day", the bill seeks to raise awareness about the experiences of these children and to show appreciation for their resilience and strength in the face of adversity. It also serves as a reminder to the public of the ongoing sacrifices made by military families in service to the nation. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 791 is a bipartisan effort to honor and recognize the children of fallen military service members and to ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten.
Congressional Summary of SRES 791
This resolution designates August 1, 2024, as Gold Star Children’s Day and honors the sacrifices and hardships of the children of fallen members of the Armed Forces.
Current Status of Bill SRES 791
Bill SRES 791 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 31, 2024. Bill SRES 791 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 31, 2024. Bill SRES 791's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5677; text: CR S5689-5690) as of July 31, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 791
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 791
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 791
A resolution designating August 1, 2024, as "Gold Star Children's Day".
A resolution designating August 1, 2024, as "Gold Star Children's Day".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 791
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