HB 2449
An Act amending the act of March 4, 1970 (P.L.128, No.49), entitled "An act granting to the Governor of the Commonwealth the sole authority for regulating the display of the flag of the United States from any public ground or building and from any ground or building of certain other institutions," further providing for display of Green Star Service Banner.
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Bill overview
This bill amends an existing law that grants the Governor authority over the display of the U.S. flag. Specifically, it allows for the voluntary display of the Green Star Service Banner on Commonwealth-owned or controlled property to honor the surviving families of U.S. Armed Forces members and veterans who died by suicide. The banner’s display would be subject to existing policies, procedures, and security requirements.
Key provisions
- Allows the display of the Green Star Service Banner.
- Permits display on Commonwealth-owned or controlled property.
- Recognizes surviving families of service members who died by suicide.
- The display is voluntary.
- Display is subject to existing policies and security requirements.
- The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment.
Who is affected
- Commonwealth residents
- Surviving families of U.S. Armed Forces members and veterans who died by suicide
- The Governor of Pennsylvania
- Commonwealth property owners/operators
Notable changes
- Expands the existing authority to include the Green Star Service Banner.
- Creates a specific provision for honoring surviving families.
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Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
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