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U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day and Official Flag

This act designates March 9 as U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day to honor citizens held abroad. It also establishes an official flag to be displayed at key locations, symbolizing the nation's commitment to their freedom. This aims to raise public awareness and support for affected families.
Key points
Designation of March 9 as U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day to raise awareness and support for U.S. citizens held abroad.
Establishment of an official flag symbolizing the U.S. commitment to freeing hostages and wrongfully detained individuals, to be displayed at key public locations like the Capitol and White House.
The flag will be displayed on days when a U.S. citizen returns from or dies during captivity abroad, honoring their fate and highlighting the issue.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5243
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2022-12-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5243.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of March 9 as U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day to raise awareness and support for U.S. citizens held abroad.
  • Establishment of an official flag symbolizing the U.S. commitment to freeing hostages and wrongfully detained individuals, to be displayed at key public locations like the Capitol and White House.
  • The flag will be displayed on days when a U.S. citizen returns from or dies during captivity abroad, honoring their fate and highlighting the issue.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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