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AR HB1895
Bill
Status
Failed
4/24/2019
Primary Sponsor
Douglas House
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AI Summary
- Amends Arkansas Code § 1-4-101 to remove subsection (b), which contained detailed explanations of the symbolism of the stars on the Arkansas state flag
- Retains the physical description of the flag, including the red rectangle, white diamond, 25 white stars on a blue band, and four blue stars with the word "ARKANSAS"
- Removes explanations that the three stars represent France, Spain, and the United States; that Arkansas was the third state from the Louisiana Purchase; that twin stars signify Arkansas and Michigan's joint admission on June 15, 1836; and that 25 stars represent Arkansas as the 25th state
- Removes the statement that a blue star commemorates the Confederate States of America and that the diamond signifies Arkansas as the only diamond-bearing state
- Keeps the requirement that official state flags be made in the United States and the color specifications (Old Glory Red and Old Glory Blue)
Legislative Description
To Amend The Law Concerning The Arkansas State Flag; And To Remove The Explanation Of The Meaning Of The Stars.
Last Action
Died on House Calendar at Sine Die Adjournment
4/24/2019
Committee Referrals
State Agencies and Governmental Affairs3/20/2019
Full Bill Text
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