A resolution designating August 1, 2025, as "Gold Star Children's Day".

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 365

119th Congress

A resolution designating August 1, 2025, as "Gold Star Children's Day".

In Committee

Introduced:Aug 1, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Deb Fischer

Senator

Republican

NE

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Summary

This resolution designates August 1, 2025, as 'Gold Star Children's Day' to honor and recognize the children of service members who have died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4676; text: CR S4685)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution designates August 1, 2025, as 'Gold Star Children's Day' to honor and recognize the children of service members who have died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution recognizes the National Cemetery Administration on its 50th anniversary and commends the individuals who work for the administration.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Establishes a new national holiday to commemorate Gold Star children, whose parents died while serving in the military.
Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the National Cemetery Administration, which manages U.S. military cemeteries.
Commends the work of the National Cemetery Administration and the people who maintain military burial sites.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this resolution becomes law, it would create a new national holiday to honor the children of fallen service members. This would bring greater public awareness and support for Gold Star families, who have endured the profound loss of a parent in military service. The resolution would also celebrate the important role of the National Cemetery Administration in honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Subjects

Cemeteries and funerals

Congressional tributes

Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans' organizations and recognition

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

365, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution designating August 1, 2025, as "Gold Star Children's Day".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-365