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H.J.Res. 209119th CongressReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Supporting the designation of November 9 of each year as "Gold Star Father's Day".

Introduced: Aug 3, 2026
Latest action: Aug 3, 2026

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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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What this bill does

This joint resolution expresses support from Congress for designating November 9 of each year as "Gold Star Father's Day." The stated goals of the resolution are to: * Honor and celebrate fathers who have lost a child serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. * Recognize the grief and sacrifice experienced by these fathers. * Highlight the need to support families of U.S. military personnel. * Honor the courage of fathers who face Father's Day and daily life after losing a child in military service.

Who it affects

This resolution symbolicly recognizes fathers and families of U.S. military service members who died in service to the United States.

What would change

This resolution is a non-binding expression of congressional support. It does not: * Establish a mandatory or official federal holiday. * Create new federal programs or government duties. * Change any existing federal laws.

Money or funding

This resolution involves no government spending, tax changes, federal fees, or financial penalties.

Important exceptions or limits

The resolution creates no legal mandates or requirements for federal agencies, private businesses, or individuals. It serves solely as a formal statement of recognition.

Plain-English bottom line

This resolution allows Congress to officially express its support for honoring fathers of fallen service members on November 9 each year, but it does not create a federal holiday or authorize any government spending.

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H11100Aug 3, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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Intro-HAug 3, 2026

Introduced in House

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