Bill > S2500

This bill officially recognizes the "Honor and Remember" flag as a symbol of the Commonwealth's commitment to honoring fallen military service members and their families. The flag, created by Honor and Remember, Inc., has specific symbolic elements: a red field representing the blood shed by service members, a white field symbolizing the purity of their sacrifice, a blue star representing military service since World War I, and a gold star signifying the ultimate sacrifice of a warrior who will not return home. The legislation specifies that when displayed, the flag must be flown beneath the American flag, POW/MIA flag, or Commonwealth flag, and must be in good condition without rips or significant fading. The flag is recommended for display on specific days including Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Fourth of July, National POW/MIA Recognition Day, Veterans Day, Gold Star Mother's Day, and whenever there is a military casualty in the Commonwealth. Importantly, the bill clarifies that there is no mandate for any individual, organization, municipality, or agency to purchase or display the flag, making its use voluntary while still providing official recognition of its significance.

Military Affairs and Security

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2500