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Mandatory Use of American-Grown Flowers in Federal Buildings

New legislation mandates that cut flowers and greens displayed in certain federal buildings, including the Executive Office of the President, Department of State, and Department of Defense, must be produced in the United States. This aims to support domestic growers. The rules will take effect one year after enactment.
Key points
Only cut flowers and greens produced in the U.S. can be officially displayed in specific federal buildings.
The act supports American farmers and flower producers.
This rule does not apply to flowers used by federal employees for personal display.
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Print number: 118_HR_4604
Sponsor: Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
Process start date: 2023-07-13