Pennsylvania HR 520: A Resolution recognizing the American Red Cross' Sound the Alarm Campaign from September 23 to October 15, 2017, in Pennsylvania.

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PRINTER'S NO. 3387
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
HOUSE RESOLUTION
No. 520
Session of
2026
INTRODUCED BY KERWIN, VENKAT, SMITH, STAMBAUGH, POWELL,
ANDERSON, BRENNAN, HARKINS, M. MACKENZIE, KUTZ, GUENST, COOK,
JAMES, STAATS, GREINER, PICKETT, GAYDOS, BOROWSKI, WATRO,
KHAN, LEADBETER, BANTA, STEELE, DELOZIER, HAMM, MALAGARI,
KAUFFMAN AND MENTZER, MAY 8, 2026
REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY
PREPAREDNESS, MAY 8, 2026
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing September 27, 2026, as "Gold Star Mother's Day" in
Pennsylvania.
WHEREAS, Throughout this nation's history, the men and women
of the United States Armed Forces have placed the nation's
security before their own, fulfilling their duty in the face of
grave danger; and
WHEREAS, During World War I, Service Flags were displayed in
homes, businesses, schools and churches to indicate, by the use
of a blue star, each active service member in the United States
military; and
WHEREAS, A gold star placed over a blue star came to signify
those service members who had given their lives for their
country and the devotion and sacrifice of the families they left
behind; and
WHEREAS, In 1928, the Gold Star tradition was formalized in
Washington, DC, when mothers who had lost sons and daughters in
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military service formed American Gold Star Mothers, Inc., a
nondenominational, nonprofit and nonpolitical organization; and
WHEREAS, In 1936, the Congress of the United States
designated the last Sunday in September as "Gold Star Mother's
Day," a national observance that continues each year; and
WHEREAS, Pennsylvania is home to many Gold Star Mothers whose
sons and daughters made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the
United States; and
WHEREAS, Pennsylvania's Gold Star Mothers are remarkable
patriots who continue to serve their communities by promoting
good citizenship, supporting members of the United States Armed
Forces and veterans and providing comfort to families of fallen
service members; and
WHEREAS, Though they carry a profound burden of grief, Gold
Star Mothers demonstrate extraordinary courage and resilience,
ensuring that the legacy of this nation's fallen heroes endures;
and
WHEREAS, The service members of Pennsylvania who gave their
lives in times of war and armed conflict are remembered with the
deepest respect, gratitude and honor; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania recognize September 27, 2026, as
"Gold Star Mother's Day" in Pennsylvania; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania acknowledge Pennsylvania's Gold
Star Mothers and all Gold Star Families for their sacrifice,
courage and enduring contributions to their communities and this
nation; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to
the American Gold Star Mother's, Inc., 2128 Leroy Place NW,
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Washington, DC, 20008.
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