2024 Senate Resolution 89

Whereas, Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., is a national organization of mothers whose sons and daughters serve honorably in the nation’s armed forces; and

Whereas, Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., was founded in Flint, Michigan, in 1942; and

Whereas, The purposes and activities of Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., include all of the following:

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Perpetuating the memory of the men and women who have served our country as members of the armed forces;

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Welcoming home returning veterans;

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Visiting wounded veterans in hospitals and rehabilitation centers;

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Assisting in veterans ceremonies;

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Attending patriotic rallies and meetings;

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Maintaining true allegiance to the government of the United States;

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Upholding the American institutions of freedom, justice, and equal rights;

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Caring for the unsupported mothers who gave their sons and daughters to the service of the nation; and

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Providing moral support for members; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body commemorate February 1, 2024, as Blue Star Mother’s Day; and be it further

Resolved, That we recognize the contributions that Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., has made to our state and nation.