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S.Res. 93Senate116th Congress (2019-2021)Passed Congress

A resolution expressing support for the designation of March 2, 2019, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Day".

Sponsored by Tom CottonSen. Tom Cotton (R-AR)
Introduced March 5, 2019

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The Senate adopted a resolution that backs the designation of March 2, 2019 as “Gold Star Families Remembrance Day.” The resolution honors the families of service members who died while serving and urges the American public to recognize their sacrifice.

Key Provisions

  • The Senate formally supports making March 2, 2019 a Gold Star Families Remembrance Day.
  • It honors and acknowledges the sacrifices of families of fallen veterans and service members.
  • It encourages people across the United States to observe the day by performing community service and by celebrating the lives of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1663; text: CR S1661)

March 5, 2019

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1663; text: CR S1661)

March 5, 2019

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Mitch McConnell
Sen. Mitch McConnellR-KY · Mar 5, 2019

Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the consideration of S. Res. 93, submitted earlier today. I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be…

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III

116th CONGRESS

1st Session

S. RES. 93

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

March 5, 2019

Mr. Cotton (for himself, Mr. Jones, Mr. Manchin, and Ms. McSally) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to

RESOLUTION

Expressing support for the designation of March 2, 2019, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Day.

Whereas March 2, 2019, marks the 90th anniversary of President Calvin Coolidge signing an Act of Congress that approved and funded the first Gold Star pilgrimage to enable Gold Star mothers and widows to travel to the gravesites of their loved ones who died during World War I;

Whereas the members and veterans of the Armed Forces bear the burden of protecting the freedom of the people of the United States; and

Whereas the sacrifices of the families of the fallen members and veterans of the Armed Forces should never be forgotten: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate—

(1)

supports the designation of March 2, 2019, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Day;

(2)

honors and recognizes the sacrifices made by the families of veterans and members of the Armed Forces who gave their lives to defend freedom and protect the United States; and

(3)

encourages the people of the United States to observe Gold Star Families Remembrance Day—

(A)

by performing acts of service and good will in their communities; and

(B)

by celebrating the lives of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice so that others could continue to enjoy life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.