HR 465
Old Glory Only Act
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Bill overview
This bill, titled the Old Glory Only Act, aims to ensure that only the U.S. flag is flown at all U.S. diplomatic and consular posts around the world. It directs the Secretary of State to prevent the display of any other flags at these locations. The bill seeks to maintain a consistent and symbolic representation of the United States.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the flying of any flag other than the U.S. flag.
- Applies to all U.S. diplomatic and consular posts.
- Requires the Secretary of State to enforce the prohibition.
Who is affected
- U.S. diplomatic posts
- U.S. consular posts
- The Secretary of State
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Primary sponsor
William R. Timmons
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 465
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To prohibit the flying of any flag other than the United States flag over United States diplomatic and consular posts, and for other purposes.
This Act may be cited as the Old Glory Only Act
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The Secretary of State shall ensure that no United States diplomatic or consular post flies any flag other than the United States flag over such post.