An Act relative to recognition of the "Honor and Remember" flag in the Commonwealth
This bill designates the "Honor and Remember" flag as a symbol representing Massachusetts' commitment to honoring U.S. military members who died in service or from service-related causes, and their families. It specifies the flag's symbolism (e.g., red for blood shed, blue star for active service) and requires it to be displayed below the American flag on shared poles, never larger than the American flag. The bill lists eight specific days for optional display, including Memorial Day, Veterans Day, and National POW/MIA Recognition Day. Crucially, it clarifies that the bill is not a mandate - individuals, organizations, or government entities are not required to purchase or display the flag.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025
Last action Feb 19, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
8
Key actions
3
Committee
3
Feb 19, 2026
Lower · Passed
Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting
lower
Jan 22, 2026
Lower · Passed
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling
lower
Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
lower
0 primary · 7 co-sponsors
Sponsors
No sponsor information available.
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