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H.Res. 49 · 119th Congress

Prohibiting Members of the House of Representatives from bringing or displaying a flag of a foreign nation on the floor of the House, and for other purposes.

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Introduced: 1/16/2025
Current status: In committee
Bill ID: 119hres49
Latest official action: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.

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This resolution prohibits a Member, Delegate, or Resident Commissioner from bringing or displaying any flag of a foreign nation on the House floor while it is in session. However, the prohibition does not apply to a Member wearing a flag of a foreign nation as a lapel pin or using a depiction of such a flag as part of an exhibit during a speech or debate under House rules.

Source: BILLSUM · Summary date: 1/16/2025

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