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HB 1360

Gold Star Father's Day; designate November 9th as.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Bubba Carpenter

Mississippi would designate November 9th as Gold Star Father's Day to honor fathers who lost children in military service.

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Bill Summary · HB 1360

Legislative bill overview

HB 1360 designates November 9th as Gold Star Father's Day in Mississippi to honor fathers who have lost children in military service. The bill creates a ceremonial observance day to recognize their sacrifices and grief.

Why is this important

Gold Star families represent parents who have endured the profound loss of children killed in military operations. Creating a dedicated day acknowledges this specific grief and provides formal recognition at the state level, similar to existing Gold Star Mother's Day observances in many states.

Potential points of contention

  • Calendar crowding: November already contains Veterans Day (November 11th), potentially creating competing observances and messaging
  • Scope limitation: The bill only addresses fathers, which some may view as incomplete recognition of all bereaved military parents regardless of gender
  • Resource allocation: Questions about whether symbolic designations merit legislative time compared to substantive veteran or military family support programs

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

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