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Ted Budd (R-NC)

A resolution designating April 5, 2025, as "Gold Star Wives Day".

S.Res. 176 · Senate resolution Armed Forces and National Security

A Republican resolution with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See all 2 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2577; text: CR S2573)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This resolution designates April 5, 2025, as "Gold Star Wives Day." The Senate aims to honor the sacrifices made by the surviving spouses and families of fallen members of the United States Armed Forces. It recognizes the work of Gold Star Wives of America, Inc., which provides advocacy, services, support, and friendship to these families. The date marks the 80th anniversary of the organization's first meeting held in 1945. Finally, the resolution encourages the public to observe this day to increase awareness of the organization's important role.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Scored +5

    Would women be better off under this?

    The resolution specifically honors Gold Star Wives and their contributions to supporting families.

  • Scored +4

    Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?

    The resolution honors the families of veterans and the service-connected disability community.

  • Scored +3

    Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?

    The resolution honors the families of fallen service members, which implicitly supports the community surrounding veterans.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.