Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States...
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States giving Congress power to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States.
This bill, HJR101, proposes to amend the United States Constitution to grant Congress the authority to outlaw any physical act that defiles the U.S. flag. The sponsors of this bill are several Republican representatives, led by the primary sponsor Steve Womack. If enacted, this amendment would allow Congress to pass laws against actions like burning or otherwise damaging the flag.
If this amendment is passed, it would affect anyone who might engage in activities that desecrate the U.S. flag. These activities could potentially be made illegal, and violators might face penalties under federal law. This would apply to individuals, organizations, and groups across the country.
The bill was introduced on June 13, 2025, and was immediately referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary for further review. At this stage, the bill is in the initial phases of the legislative process. It has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House.
