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AK HB45

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jamie Allard

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Origin

House of Representatives

34th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Requires the U.S. flag to be displayed in a prominent position higher than any other flag when displayed by governmental entities in Alaska

  • Prohibits governmental entities from displaying flags representing political viewpoints, including those concerning race, sexual orientation, gender, partisan affiliation, or political ideology

  • Grants active or retired members of the U.S. armed forces and National Guard immunity from civil or criminal liability for using reasonable force to prevent desecration, destruction, or removal of the U.S. flag (unless ordered not to by a peace officer)

  • Defines "governmental entity" to include governmental agencies, local governments, public schools, and public colleges or universities

  • Takes effect July 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Display Of U.s. Flag

Crimes

Last Action

COSPONSOR(S): RAUSCHER

2/14/2025

Committee Referrals

Community & Regional Affairs1/22/2025

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