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All-American Flag Act
7/31/2024, 4:56 PM
Summary of Bill S 1973
The All-American Flag Act, also known as Bill 118 s 1973, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to require that all American flags purchased by the federal government be made entirely in the United States. This means that the materials used to make the flags, as well as the labor involved in their production, must originate within the country.
The bill aims to promote American manufacturing and support domestic businesses that produce American flags. By requiring that all flags purchased by the federal government be made in the US, the bill seeks to ensure that taxpayer dollars are used to support American workers and companies.
Supporters of the All-American Flag Act argue that it is important to prioritize American-made products, especially when it comes to symbols as important as the American flag. They believe that buying American-made flags helps to support the economy and create jobs within the country. Opponents of the bill may argue that it could lead to higher costs for American flags, as domestic production may be more expensive than importing flags from other countries. They may also argue that the government should prioritize other issues over the origin of the flags it purchases. Overall, the All-American Flag Act is a piece of legislation that aims to promote American manufacturing and support domestic businesses. It is currently being considered by Congress and may face debate and amendments before potentially becoming law.
The bill aims to promote American manufacturing and support domestic businesses that produce American flags. By requiring that all flags purchased by the federal government be made in the US, the bill seeks to ensure that taxpayer dollars are used to support American workers and companies.
Supporters of the All-American Flag Act argue that it is important to prioritize American-made products, especially when it comes to symbols as important as the American flag. They believe that buying American-made flags helps to support the economy and create jobs within the country. Opponents of the bill may argue that it could lead to higher costs for American flags, as domestic production may be more expensive than importing flags from other countries. They may also argue that the government should prioritize other issues over the origin of the flags it purchases. Overall, the All-American Flag Act is a piece of legislation that aims to promote American manufacturing and support domestic businesses. It is currently being considered by Congress and may face debate and amendments before potentially becoming law.
Congressional Summary of S 1973
All-American Flag Act
This bill prohibits agencies from using funds to procure a U.S. flag unless such flag has been manufactured in the United States from materials that have been U.S. grown, produced, or manufactured. The bill specifies exceptions to this prohibition, including an exception if flags of satisfactory quality and sufficient quantity cannot be procured as needed at market prices.
Current Status of Bill S 1973
Bill S 1973 is currently in the status of Signed by President since July 30, 2024. Bill S 1973 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 14, 2023. Bill S 1973's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-74. as of July 30, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1973
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1973
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Buy American requirements
- National symbols
- Public contracts and procurement
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1973
All-American Flag Act
A bill to require the purchase of domestically made flags of the United States of America for use by the Federal Government.
All-American Flag Act
All-American Flag Act
All-American Flag Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1973
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