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Committee moves bill to recognize Gold Star Fathers Day on November 9
Summary
Representative Mackenzy sponsored HB 2438 to recognize Gold Star Fathers Day on November 9; sponsor said the date aligns with the Marine Corps birthday and Veterans Day and the bill moved forward 9‑0.
Representative Mackenzy said HB 2438 grew from discussions with Gold Star fathers and historians and proposed November 9 as Gold Star Fathers Day so it can sit alongside the Marine Corps birthday and Veterans Day. He noted Tennessee already recognizes Gold Star Mothers. Members raised no objections and the committee voted 9‑0 to forward the bill to State and Local Government with a positive recommendation.
The sponsor framed the measure as an opportunity to honor families of service members who died in military service; no fiscal implications were discussed.
