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This bill, known as the "Remembering American Hostages Act of 2025," amends existing U.S. law to expand the display of the Hostage and Wrongful Detainee flag on specific historical dates and locations. The bill mandates that the flag be flown on key dates related to hostage events, including November 4 and January 20 (dates of the Iranian hostage crisis), August 19 (the date of James Foley's death), and October 7 (the date of Hamas' attack where 240 people were taken hostage). The flag must be displayed at various federal government locations, including State Department offices, embassies, consulates, Justice Department buildings, passport facilities, and any location where the U.S. flag is displayed. Additionally, the bill includes a congressional recommendation encouraging state and local governments, as well as airports, to fly the Hostage and Wrongful Detainee flag on these specified dates, potentially through an executive order, to honor returning hostages or recognize those who have passed away while in captivity. The legislation aims to raise awareness and pay tribute to Americans who have been held hostage or wrongfully detained.

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