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Constitutional Amendment: Granting Congress Power to Ban Flag Desecration.

This proposal seeks to amend the Constitution, granting Congress the authority to pass laws prohibiting the physical desecration of the U.S. flag. If ratified, this change could restrict citizens' ability to express protest through acts like flag burning, which is currently protected under free speech rights. This would allow Congress to establish penalties for such actions, limiting protected expressive conduct.
Key points
The proposal grants Congress the specific power to criminalize the physical desecration of the flag.
If adopted, this change would limit expressive conduct currently protected by the First Amendment.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SJRES_58
Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]
Process start date: 2025-06-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing the Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SJRES_58.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The proposal grants Congress the specific power to criminalize the physical desecration of the flag.
  • If adopted, this change would limit expressive conduct currently protected by the First Amendment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Daines, Steve [R-MT].

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 2025-12-31.

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