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H 3839

An Act relative to recognition of the "Honor and Remember" flag in the Commonwealth

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Kim Ferguson and 6 co-sponsors

Bill designates the "Honor and Remember" flag as an official symbol in Massachusetts to honor fallen military service members and their families.

Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:50 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
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Bill Summary · H 3839

Legislative bill overview

H 3839 seeks official recognition of the "Honor and Remember" flag in Massachusetts, a flag designed to honor fallen military service members and their families. The bill would establish this flag as an official symbol within the Commonwealth, likely for display at state buildings and in official contexts.

Why is this important

The "Honor and Remember" flag provides a specific visual symbol dedicated exclusively to fallen service members, distinct from the POW/MIA flag. Recognition in statute creates official standing for the flag's display at state facilities and acknowledges its meaning in public spaces, which carries symbolic weight for veteran and military families.

Potential points of contention

  • Design and symbolism authority: Questions about whether one private design should receive exclusive official state recognition versus allowing multiple memorial flags
  • Resource and display implications: Unclear requirements for where and how the flag must be displayed at state buildings, and associated costs
  • Precedent for flag recognition: Could create pressure for official recognition of other memorial or symbolic flags, potentially multiplying official state flags

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

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