An Act recognizing Gold Star Families

This bill authorizes the illumination of specific bridges and landmarks across Massachusetts in gold on Memorial Day to honor Gold Star Families, who have lost a loved one in military service. The initiative, known as Operation Gold Star, involves a partnership between the state legislature, the Military Friends Foundation, and the Departments of Transportation and Veterans Services. The law explicitly names several key locations, including the Gold Star Families Bridge in Lynn and the Zakim Bridge in Boston, as sites for this tribute. By amending existing state laws, the measure formalizes this annual recognition event rather than creating new funding or operational requirements.