This bill amends the observance of Gold Star Mother's Day, changing it from the "first Sunday after Easter" to the "last Sunday in September." It also expands the recognition to include not only mothers but also families who have lost loved ones in the line of duty while serving in the United States armed forces. The governor is tasked with issuing an annual proclamation to encourage appropriate observances by citizens, cities, towns, and municipalities. Additionally, the bill introduces the Honor and Remember Flag as a state symbol to honor the service and sacrifice of New Hampshire's military personnel and their families.

The bill specifies that the Honor and Remember Flag, created by Honor and Remember Inc., will be displayed daily at the New Hampshire state veterans cemetery and at the State House on the last Sunday in September. This recognition aims to honor those who have died while serving or as a result of their service. The legal language changes include the insertion of "and Family's" to the title of Gold Star Mother's Day, the new date for observance, and the establishment of the Honor and Remember Flag as a state symbol, while deleting the previous observance date. The act will take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
As Amended by the House: 4:13-h