The new law is among the most restrictive governing displays of flags, and is part of a polarizing debate focused on the Pride flag and other expressions of L.G.B.T.Q. support.

Utah became the first state to prohibit LGBTQ+ pride flags from being displayed at government buildings and schools after the governor declined to reject the measure.

Utah became the first state Thursday to ban the flying of pride flags at all state government buildings and schools. The restrictions follow Republican Gov. Spencer Cox’s permitting the legislative ban on unsanctioned flag displays to become a law without his signature,