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Today, the House of Representatives passed Congressman Filner’s resolution that all American flags flown over federal government buildings and on federal property should be made in the United States. 

The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that $10 million worth of American flags were imported from other countries over the past two years, with a vast majority from China.  Policies vary as to whether the American flags purchased by federal, state and local governments have to be made in America.    

“I thank the Speaker for allowing this resolution to come to the floor and my colleagues for supporting it,” said Congressman Filner.  “The American flag is much more than our national symbol.  It embodies our courage, liberty, and justice.  Many brave men and women have fought and died for the freedoms that the flag represents.  That is why we must ensure that they are proudly made in the United States!”