Legislature Establishes the Friday before Memorial Day as Veterans’ Poppy Day
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Last Friday, the House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 159, sponsored by Senator Forrest Dunbar, D-Anchorage. The legislation establishes the Friday before Memorial Day as “Veterans’ Poppy Day.” Inspired by historical traditions and the desire to honor and support American soldiers who died in battle. “Poppy Day is a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice made […]