H.R. 42 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Freedom to Display the American Flag Act of 2005
H.R. 42 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jan 4, 2005, sponsored by Roscoe G. Bartlett with 13 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 4, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 13
- Policy area
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Public law
- Public Law 109-243
What it does
Freedom to Display the American Flag Act of 2005 - States that a condominium association, cooperative association, or residential real estate management association may not adopt or enforce any policy, or enter into any agreement, that would restrict or prevent an association member from displaying the U.S.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Roscoe G. Bartlett (R-MD). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 12 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 4, 2005
- Passed the HouseJun 27, 2006
- Passed the SenateJul 17, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentJul 19, 2006
- Became lawJul 24, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-243. (Jul 24, 2006)
More bills from Roscoe G. Bartlett in the 109th Congress
Other Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues bills in the 109th Congress
- H.J.Res. 57: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States protecting religious freedom.
- H.R. 552: Right to Life Act
- H.R. 1227: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2005
- H.R. 2679: Public Expression of Religion Act of 2005
- H.R. 3405: Strengthening the Ownership of Private Property Act of 2005
Committees
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee
- Financial Services Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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