Creating the Washington state flag redesign committee.
HB 1938 establishes a 17-member Washington state flag redesign committee to develop a new state flag design reflecting the state's diversity and identity. The committee, including tribal representatives, cultural leaders, designers, and public members, must select a design by July 2028 for voter approval via referendum. It will gather public input through forums and surveys, review submissions for historical relevance and representation, and submit the chosen design to voters for adoption. The current flag, criticized for its complex George Washington portrait and outdated seal design, would be replaced if voters approve the new design. The committee’s work expires January 1, 2029.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 12, 2026
Last action Jan 12, 2026
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Jan 12, 2026
Introduced
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
lower
Feb 18, 2025
Lower · Passed
Public hearing in the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations at 1:30 PM.
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Strom Peterson
DDemocratic
Co
Greg Nance
DDemocratic
Co
Julia Reed
DDemocratic
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