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HR 566

A Resolution designating September 27, 2026, as "Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marc Anderson and 28 co-sponsors

Designate September 27, 2026 in Pennsylvania as Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day to recognize and honor families of fallen service members.

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Bill Summary · HR 566

Overview

  • Bill: HR 566
  • Session: 2025-2026
  • Jurisdiction: Pennsylvania
  • Title: A Resolution designating September 27, 2026, as "Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day" in Pennsylvania
  • Sponsors: Wide bipartisan group of co-sponsors (list provided)

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill designates a specific day, September 27, 2026, in Pennsylvania as "Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day."
  • The designation aims to recognize and honor the sacrifices of Gold Star mothers and families—those who have lost loved ones serving in the U.S. armed forces.

Key Provisions

  • Formal designation of a state-recognized observance date: September 27, 2026.
  • The designation is symbolic and ceremonial, intended to promote awareness and appreciation within the Commonwealth.
  • The bill does not appear to authorize new state programs, funding, or penalties; its primary effect is to acknowledge and elevate recognition of Gold Star families.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary beneficiaries: Gold Star mothers and families (families of service members who died in the line of duty).
  • Communities and institutions across Pennsylvania may observe or mark the day through ceremonies, proclamations, school activities, and public commemorations.
  • No direct fiscal impact is specified; typically such resolutions are ceremonial and may encourage related commemorative activities at local government and community levels.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • The bill designates a specific date in 2026; it is a one-time designation for that calendar date.
  • As a resolution, it generally does not create enforceable requirements or funding, and it may be adopted by the state legislature to acknowledge the designation.
  • Implementation would likely involve formal resolutions or proclamations by state and local authorities recognizing September 27, 2026, as Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day.

Additional Notes

  • The bill includes a broad list of co-sponsors, indicating cross-party and cross-district support.
  • As a ceremonial resolution, it serves primarily to honor and raise awareness rather than to alter existing policies or allocate resources.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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