Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Bill to Designate the “Honor and Remember Flag” as a National Symbol
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Honor and Remember Flag Recognition Act (H.R.1363), bipartisan legislation to designate the Honor and Remember Flag as a national symbol.
Created by George Lutz after his son was killed while serving in Iraq, the Honor and Remember Flag honors members of the armed forces who were killed in the line of duty. While it has been adopted as an official symbol in 29 states and embraced by Gold Star families across the country, it has never been recognized federally.
The Honor and Remember Flag Recognition Act would formally designate the flag as a national symbol of remembrance. The legislation also directs that the flag be displayed at federal sites — including the Capitol, the White House, and national cemeteries — on Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Independence Day, and other designated holidays.
As we approach our 250th anniversary as a nation, this bill helps reaffirm our commitment to honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
The Honor and Remember Flag Recognition Act is led by Representatives Don Davis (NC-01), Jen Kiggans (VA-02), and Glenn Thompson (PA-15). The bill was brought forward for Caucus endorsement by Representatives Davis and Kiggans.
“We commend the Problem Solvers Caucus for uniting with so many across the country to support the official recognition of the Honor and Remember Flag as a powerful symbol of remembrance, sacrifice, and genuine appreciation for those who have given their lives while serving our country,” said Congressman Don Davis (NC-01). “The Honor and Remember Flag Recognition Act stands as a testament to our steadfast commitment to honoring the service of our brave men and women, and we must never forget them or their families.”
"The brave men and women who laid down their lives in service to our nation deserve our deepest gratitude and lasting remembrance,” said Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02). “I commend the Problem Solvers Caucus for supporting this important legislation to recognize the Honor and Remember flag as a federal symbol honoring our fallen servicemembers. While we can never fully repay the debt we owe them, we must always ensure their legacy is honored.”
"Whether Democrat or Republican, it's our duty as elected officials to honor the sacrifice of the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation," said Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chair Congressman Tom Suozzi. "This bipartisan bill designates the Honor and Remember flag as a powerful symbol of our gratitude to our veterans who sacrificed everything, and will help us always remember the price that was paid for our freedom. Never Forget the Vet."
“For 250 years, American freedom has been secured by brave men and women willing to give their lives in its defense. Their sacrifice is not simply part of our history. It is the reason our flag still flies,” said Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chair Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01). “This bill designates the Honor and Remember Flag as a national symbol honoring all who made the ultimate sacrifice. Recognizing it is patriotic common sense, not a right or left issue, but a reflection of who we are as a nation. When a country asks everything of its heroes, it has a duty to honor them—permanently, visibly, and without fail—and to stand always with the Gold Star families who carry that loss.”
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The Problem Solvers Caucus is a group of Members of Congress — split between Republicans and Democrats — committed to advancing common-sense solutions to key issues facing our nation.