The House concurrent resolution No. R-265 recognizes April 2026 as the Month of the Military Child in Vermont, highlighting the unique challenges and strengths of the approximately 1.6 million children of U.S. military members. These children demonstrate resilience and adaptability as they cope with long deployments and frequent separations from their parents. The resolution notes that April has been designated as the Month of the Military Child since 1986 by the U.S. Department of Defense, and emphasizes the importance of initiatives like Purple Up! For Military Kids Day, where individuals are encouraged to wear purple to symbolize support for military families.

The resolution calls for the recognition of military children who serve alongside their families and acknowledges their contributions to the well-being of their parents, who are tasked with protecting the nation. It also specifies that the General Assembly will commemorate this month on April 21, 2026, and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the Vermont National Guard Office of Child & Youth Services, ensuring that the contributions of military children are celebrated and honored.