Senators Roger Wicker, R-Miss along with numerous colleagues, celebrated the passage of a Senate resolution designating August 1, 2026, as Gold Star Children’s Day, which recognizes the children of fallen service members. We set aside this day to honor them and to remember the sacrifices of their mothers and fathers,” said Senator Wicker. America’s Gold Star tradition began in World War I. These families came to be known as Gold Star Families. Senators recognize August 1 specifically to honor these Gold Star Children.