This bill, known as the "Honor Inauguration Day Act," establishes a new requirement for the display of the United States flag. It mandates that on every presidential Inauguration Day , the American flag must be flown at its highest peak , overriding any other conflicting provisions of law. The legislation includes findings that underscore the significance of the nation's electoral history and the celebration of the will of the people as expressed through voting. By requiring the flag to be flown at its highest point, the bill aims to commemorate this expression of democratic will and ensure a consistent display of national pride on this important day.
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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Honor Inauguration Day Act
USA119th CongressHR-342| House
| Updated: 1/13/2025
This bill, known as the "Honor Inauguration Day Act," establishes a new requirement for the display of the United States flag. It mandates that on every presidential Inauguration Day , the American flag must be flown at its highest peak , overriding any other conflicting provisions of law. The legislation includes findings that underscore the significance of the nation's electoral history and the celebration of the will of the people as expressed through voting. By requiring the flag to be flown at its highest point, the bill aims to commemorate this expression of democratic will and ensure a consistent display of national pride on this important day.