New controversial bill could ban certain flags in government buildings, schools, and universities

Florida lawmakers are considering a new bill aimed at banning certain flags in government buildings, public schools, and universities.

The bill reads that it would broadly ban flags that display a political viewpoint, including that of race, sexual orientation, and gender.

“Flying a pride flag, a BLM flag, or flag of a political party has no place in our government buildings,” said bill sponsor Rep. David Borrero.

The bill is already causing controversy and raising concerns about free speech.

“I think that it’s discriminatory and censoring content, specific content the state does not approve of,” said Representative Anna Eskamani.

Legislative staff said it’s unclear who all the law would apply to and which flags could be banned.

In the Senate hearing Monday, lawmakers discussed the ambiguity of the law.