[ARC5] Flag salute by veterans okayed!

[D C *Mac* Macdonald]

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Inhofe Legislation Allows Veterans to Salute the Flag.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) today
praised the passage by unanimous consent of his bill (S.1877)
clarifying U.S. law to allow veterans and servicemen not in uniform
to salute the flag.

Current law (US Code Title 4, Chapter 1) states that veterans
and servicemen not in uniform should place their hand over
their heart without clarifying whether they can or should salute
the flag.

"The salute is a form of honor and respect, representing pride in
one's military service," Senator Inhofe said.  "Veterans and service
members continue representing the military services even when
not in uniform.

"Unfortunately, current U.S. law leaves confusion as to whether
veterans and service members out of uniform can or should salute
the flag.  My legislation will clarify this regulation, allowing veterans
and servicemen alike to salute the flag, whether they are in uniform
or not.

"I look forward to seeing those who have served saluting proudly
at baseball games, parades and formal events.  I believe this is an
appropriate way to honor and recognize the 25 million veterans in
the United States who have served in the military and remain as
role models to others citizens.  Those who are currently serving
or have served in the military have earned this right, and their
recognition will be an inspiration to others."