Bundestag President Julia Klockner has engaged in heated debates regarding the display of political and cultural symbols in the German legislature. The Bundestag's administration mandated the removal of rainbow flags, symbols representing the LGBTQ+ community, which were displayed in parliamentary offices. The rationale given is that displaying any flags is fundamentally prohibited per the Bundestag's house rules, particularly if visible from outside. This ruling contrasts with previous practices where flags were often allowed. Incidents have occurred, including reports of federal police being called due to rainbow flags in offices.
The Bundestag's administration has ordered deputies to immediately remove rainbow flags displayed in and around their parliamentary offices, stating that displaying flags is "fundamentally prohibited, regardless of their symbolism."
Paragraph 4 of the Bundestag's house rules prohibits posting notices, posters, signs, and stickers on windows and façades visible from the outside in generally accessible buildings of the German Bundestag.
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