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US Flags Made in America: New Rules for Federal Agencies

New rules require that U.S. flags displayed and purchased by federal agencies must be 100% made in the USA. This aims to support domestic manufacturing and ensure national symbols originate from American sources. Citizens may see a greater presence of "Made in USA" products in the public sector.
Key points
Federal agencies will only be allowed to display U.S. flags if they are entirely made in the United States.
Public funds cannot be used to purchase U.S. flags that are not 100% made domestically.
The Federal Trade Commission will conduct a study on enforcing country-of-origin labeling for flags to improve effectiveness.
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Print number: 118_HR_4137
Sponsor: Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
Process start date: 2023-06-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Make American Flags in America Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4137.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies will only be allowed to display U.S. flags if they are entirely made in the United States.
  • Public funds cannot be used to purchase U.S. flags that are not 100% made domestically.
  • The Federal Trade Commission will conduct a study on enforcing country-of-origin labeling for flags to improve effectiveness.
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 Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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