ESTABLISHED 2024 A CIVIC RECORD — CONFIRMED ACTIONS, CONFIRMED FACTS May 17, 2026

Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day Proclamation

President Trump signed Proclamation 2018-21819 on September 28, 2018, designating a day to honor mothers, fathers, and families of military personnel killed in action. The proclamation establishes an annual observance but creates no new federal programs, benefits, or policy changes. It directs no specific government action beyond recognition of Gold Star families.