Bill > S0100

This bill creates a new section of Florida law that defines "governmental entity" as including government agencies, local governments, public schools, colleges, and universities, and establishes rules about flag displays. The bill prohibits governmental entities from displaying flags that represent specific political viewpoints, including partisan, racial, sexual orientation, gender, or ideological perspectives, and requires these entities to remain neutral in flag displays. However, the law does not prevent private individuals from expressing their views or stop governmental entities from displaying flags explicitly authorized by law. The bill mandates that when a United States flag is displayed by a governmental entity, it must be in a prominent position superior to any other flags. Additionally, the bill grants active or retired members of the United States Armed Forces or National Guard the authority to use reasonable force to prevent desecration or improper positioning of the U.S. flag, with an exception for situations where a law enforcement officer directly orders otherwise. The new law is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to standardize and regulate flag displays in public spaces across Florida.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/100