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Introduced
06/20/2024
06/20/2024
In Committee
06/20/2024
06/20/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to clarify rules regarding the display of the United States flag for patriotic and military observances for purposes of promoting military recruitment.
AI Summary
This bill, the Updating National Flag Use to Reaffirm Liberty Act of 2024 or the UNFURL Act of 2024, aims to clarify the rules regarding the display of the United States flag for patriotic and military observances. It amends the existing Flag Code to allow the flag to be displayed in a respectful manner as part of military or patriotic observances, even if it is not aloft and free. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of Defense to rescind a previous memorandum that restricted the display of the flag and to support military recruitment through public outreach events, allowing the display of the flag regardless of size or position, as long as it does not touch the ground or other objects.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 06/20/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/4623/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s4623/BILLS-118s4623is.pdf |
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