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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To require that the flag of the United States of America be flown at its highest peak on Inauguration Day.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Honor Inauguration Day Act," requires that the United States flag be flown at its highest peak on presidential Inauguration Day, regardless of any existing regulations that might suggest otherwise. The bill begins with a set of congressional findings that emphasize the importance of the American electoral process, highlighting the nation's long democratic tradition and the significance of the people's will as expressed through voting. The legislation specifically mandates that on Inauguration Day, the American flag must remain at its highest point throughout the day, symbolizing a celebration of the democratic process and the peaceful transfer of presidential power. By requiring the flag to be flown at its highest peak, the bill seeks to honor the democratic principles of the United States and mark the occasion of a new presidential administration with a consistent and prominent display of national pride.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (18)
Monica De La Cruz (R)*,
Brian Babin (R),
Jim Baird (R),
Byron Donalds (R),
Jake Ellzey (R),
Pat Fallon (R),
Scott Franklin (R),
Brandon Gill (R),
Ronny Jackson (R),
Jen Kiggans (R),
Morgan Luttrell (R),
Nathaniel Moran (R),
Troy Nehls (R),
Chip Roy (R),
Keith Self (R),
Pete Sessions (R),
Randy Weber (R),
Daniel Webster (R),
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (on 01/13/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/342/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr342/BILLS-119hr342ih.pdf |
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