# Plain Language Summary: Gold Star Wives Day Resolution

This is a simple resolution that designates April 5, 2021, as "Gold Star Wives Day" as a way to honor and recognize the wives of military service members who died in service to the country. A Gold Star represents the highest sacrifice in military service—the loss of a loved one. This resolution is Congress's way of officially acknowledging and paying tribute to these women who have lost their husbands in military service.

The resolution doesn't create any new laws, programs, or government benefits. It's purely symbolic—it's a formal recognition from Congress that sets aside a specific day to honor Gold Star wives and acknowledge their sacrifice and loss. Think of it like an official proclamation that says, "We recognize and respect what these women have endured." It's similar to how we have official days to honor veterans, mothers, or other groups we want to recognize as a nation.

This type of resolution doesn't directly affect anyone's daily life or government services. Instead, it serves as a national acknowledgment of the courage and resilience of Gold Star wives. It may inspire communities, organizations, and individuals to take time on that day to remember these women and the sacrifices their families have made. It's a gesture of respect and gratitude from the federal government to a group of Americans who have experienced profound loss through military service.

A resolution designating April 5, 2021, as "Gold Star Wives Day".

Burr, Richard

 <p>This resolution designates April 5, 2021, as Gold Star Wives Day. The resolution also recognizes the contributions of the members of the Gold Star Wives of America, Inc., and their dedication to the members and veterans of the Armed Forces.</p>