Brook Park City Council in Ohio unanimously passed a resolution on September 17, 2024 requiring all flags purchased and flown by the city to be made in the USA, cleveland.com reported on September 23.
Key facts
- Ward 1 Councilman Tom Troyer introduced the measure on September 10.
- It was modeled on the All-American Flag Act.
- The resolution cites Commerce Department data that the USA imported 10 million American flags in 2017, most from China.
- The Ohio House has passed a bill banning state and local governments from buying flags not made in the USA; it was awaiting a Senate vote.
- In July 2024, a federal law by Sen. Sherrod Brown began requiring the federal government to buy only flags made entirely in the USA.
“By purchasing flags made in the U.S., Brook Park is doing its part to support American manufacturing and reduce dependence on foreign imports.”
Brook Park resolution
For how shoppers can find a real USA-made flag, see the FTC’s December 2024 advice.
FAQ
What did Brook Park pass?
A resolution requiring all flags bought and flown by the city to be made in the USA.
When did it pass?
September 17, 2024, by a unanimous vote.
Is there a federal rule too?
Yes. A 2024 law requires the federal government to buy only flags made entirely in the USA.
Source & credit
Source: cleveland.com, September 23, 2024: “Made in America: Brook Park council requires city to fly U.S.-produced flags”, by Maura Zurick.