Lawmakers propose redesigning the Washington state flag

Lawmakers consider bill that would redesign the Washington state flag

(The Center Square) – Washington lawmakers have introduced a bill that would create a committee to redesign the state flag, though voters would have final say. Proponents of the bill claim the current flag is uninspiring and should better reflect the state, while critics argue that the process would ignite unnecessary debates about George Washington’s role in state history. The current state flag, designed by Olympia jeweler Charles Talcott, is …

How would you redesign the WA flag?

Compared to other state flags, WA's feels plain, a new bill argues. So what would you do? We want to see your best stab at a new Washington state flag.

Washington’s state flag could change under proposed legislation

House Bill 1938 would create a committee to redesign the green banner. Supporters say the current design featuring the state seal with George Washington’s likeness is flawed, while opponents question the necessity of the move and see it as a…

Historian, tribal leaders, and citizens to help redesign Washington state flag in new bill

A new chapter in Washington state's history may unfold within the next few years as a bill to establish a committee for redesigning the state flag progresses th

Lawmakers propose redesigning the Washington state flag

The bill asserts that Washington's flag is "poorly designed" and "lacks relevance to the state's identity."

Does WA need a new state flag? Proposed bill would create a state flag redesign committee

The Washington state flag could be getting a makeover if a bill up for a hearing on Tuesday becomes law. Read more...