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Proclamation for Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day 2024

Original title: Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day, 2024

September 27, 2024

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The Frame

What this does

This establishes a formal day of national observance to recognize the sacrifices made by the families of fallen military personnel.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Gold Star families

The proclamation serves as a formal national recognition of their loss and service.

Government officials

They are called upon to display the United States flag over government buildings on the designated day.

What changed

Last recorded activity September 27, 2024.

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Summary

President Biden issued a designating September 29, 2024, as Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day. The document honors the families of service members who died in the line of duty and calls for the display of the American flag to show national gratitude.

Key Facts

President Biden proclaimed Sunday, September 29, 2024, as Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day.
The designation originates from Senate Joint Resolution 115, passed on June 23, 1936.
Government officials are directed to display the U.S. flag over government buildings on this day.
The President notes that over 30 bipartisan laws supporting veterans and their families have been signed during his term.

Why It Matters

This establishes a formal day of national observance to recognize the sacrifices made by the families of fallen military personnel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day?

It is a day of national observance to honor the families of service members who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.

When is this day observed in 2024?

The President proclaimed Sunday, September 29, 2024, as the official day of observance.

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Historical Legislative Basis

The proclamation explicitly links current executive action to a 1936 Senate Joint Resolution, demonstrating the long-standing nature of this observance.

Senate Joint Resolution 115