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SD 793

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

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Brad Jones and 2 co-sponsors

Massachusetts recognizes the "Honor and Remember" flag as an official state symbol honoring deceased military service members and their families.

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Bill Summary · SD 793

Legislative bill overview

SD 793 designates the "Honor and Remember" flag as an official symbol of recognition in Massachusetts. The flag features a gold star on a blue background with a red stripe and is used to honor fallen military service members and their families. The bill establishes this flag's formal recognition within the Commonwealth.

Why is this important

Symbolic recognition matters to veteran and military communities as a way to acknowledge sacrifice and maintain collective memory. Officially designating state symbols can influence how institutions (schools, government buildings, cemeteries) display and respect these flags. This addresses requests from veteran advocacy groups seeking broader acknowledgment of the Honor and Remember flag beyond its current informal use.

Potential points of contention

  • Duplication of existing symbols: Massachusetts already has official flag protocols and military recognition mechanisms; some may question whether a new designation is necessary or creates confusion
  • Resource implications: Official designation may require state agencies to purchase and display the flag, creating budgetary costs not specified in the bill summary
  • Scope and precedent: Designating this specific flag could invite requests for other organizational or memorial flags to receive similar status, potentially diluting symbolic impact

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

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