S.123

Flags at Every School

Introduced·2/21/25

North Carolina S123 mandates flag display and Pledge of Allegiance recitation in public schools.

North Carolina S123 requires public schools to display the United States and North Carolina flags near the main entrance and in classrooms. It mandates daily recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance and age-appropriate instruction on the flag's meaning and historical origins. The bill specifies that no person can be compelled to stand, salute the flag, or recite the Pledge. It allocates funds for flag purchases and applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year.

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History

Feb 24, 2025

Senate

Passed 1st Reading

Feb 24, 2025

Senate

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

Feb 21, 2025

Senate

Filed