The Senate named April 5, 2025, “Gold Star Wives Day.” The day honors surviving military spouses and families, but it does not create new benefits or funding.
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A resolution designating April 5, 2025, as "Gold Star Wives Day". is a Senate bill senate Floor Vote. The latest recorded action: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2577; text: CR S2573).
Latest action on S.Res. 176: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2577; text: CR S2573)
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects surviving spouses and families of fallen U.S. service members and veterans. It gives them public recognition from the Senate, but it does not add benefits or services. It also raises attention for Gold Star Wives of America, Inc., and its work with surviving military families.
Why this matters: This matters because many surviving military families face loss that the public may not see. The resolution gives those families a day of recognition and points people toward the work of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. It may raise awareness and support, but it does not require action or provide money.
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Officially: A resolution designating April 5, 2025, as "Gold Star Wives Day".
The Senate named April 5, 2025, “Gold Star Wives Day.” The day honors surviving military spouses and families, but it does not create new benefits or funding.
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