Plain English Summary
This bill restricts which flags can be flown or displayed on government buildings and property in North Carolina. Only official governmental flags—such as the U.S. flag, North Carolina flag, military branch flags, POW/MIA flag, and flags of recognized nations and tribes—are permitted, while other flags are prohibited. Employees who violate this rule could face disciplinary action or termination.
Arguments in Favor
Supporters argue this bill maintains focus on official government business and prevents government property from being used to promote non-governmental causes or ideologies. They contend that limiting flags on public buildings to those representing official governmental entities keeps the workplace professional and neutral, and ensures government resources are not used for political or activist messaging.
Arguments Against
Opponents argue this bill restricts free expression and may prevent displays that represent important community values or causes that employees wish to recognize. They contend that allowing certain non-governmental flags (like pride flags or memorial flags) on government property reflects community diversity and inclusion, and that the broad definition of "displayed" could prevent even personal items in breakrooms, raising concerns about government overreach into employee expression.
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Sponsors
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 46
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 70
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 82
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 78
Cosponsors (15)
Representative · District 79
Representative · District 5
Representative · District 68
Representative · District 111
Representative · District 62
Representative · District 59
Representative · District 4
Representative · District 17
Representative · District 109
Representative · District 13
Representative · District 52
Representative · District 6
Representative · District 119
Representative · District 73
Representative · District 113
Vote Breakdown (1 roll call)
Final Vote
On: Second Reading
Party Breakdown