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MA H2797
Relative to recognition of the "Honor and Remember" flag in the Commonwealth
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
07/25/2019
07/25/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition of John C. Velis and others that the Honor and Remember Flag be designated as the symbol of the Commonwealth’s concern and commitment to honoring and remembering the lives of all members of the United States Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to designate the "Honor and Remember" flag as the official symbol of the Commonwealth's commitment to honoring and remembering the lives of all members of the United States Armed Forces who have lost their lives while serving or as a result of service. The bill outlines the symbolism of the flag's design and specifies the days on which the flag should be displayed, including Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, National POW/MIA Recognition Day, Veterans Day, and Gold Star Mother's Day. The bill also clarifies that the display of the flag is not mandatory for individuals, organizations, municipalities, or agencies.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (36)
Brian Ashe (D),
Bruce Ayers (D),
John Barrett (D),
Donnie Berthiaume (R),
Dan Cahill (D),
Dan Carey (D),
William Crocker (R),
Josh Cutler (D),
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
David DeCoste (R),
Shawn Dooley (R),
Carolyn Dykema (D),
Colleen Garry (D),
Stephen Hay (D),
Steven Howitt (R),
Donald Humason (R),
Randy Hunt (R),
Hannah Kane (R),
Patrick Kearney (D),
Kathy LaNatra (D),
David LeBoeuf (D),
Joe McGonagle (D),
Joe McKenna (R),
Paul McMurtry (D),
Matt Muratore (R),
Angelo Puppolo (D),
Dave Robertson (D),
Todd Smola (R),
Mike Soter (R),
Bruce Tarr (R),
José Tosado (D),
Steve Ultrino (D),
Aaron Vega (D),
John Velis (D),
Joseph Wagner (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
Read second and ordered to a third reading (on 07/30/2019)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2797 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2797.pdf |
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