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MS HB313
Bill
Status
Failed
2/5/2019
Primary Sponsor
Bryant Clark
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AI Summary
- Establishes a Commission to Redesign the Mississippi State Flag to develop two design options for a new state flag by January 1, 2020
- Commission membership consists of 17 members: 3 from House of Representatives, 3 from Mississippi Senate, and 11 appointed by Governor (including high school students, educators, business representatives, and arts/history professionals)
- Prohibits both design options from including the Confederate Battle Flag
- Legislature will choose between the two options during the 2020 Regular Session
- Members receive no compensation but may be reimbursed for mileage and actual expenses; current state flag remains in use until Legislature acts on commission recommendations
Legislative Description
Commission to redesign the MS State Flag; establish to develop 2 options for a new flag to present to the Legislature.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2019
Committee Referrals
Rules1/14/2019
Full Bill Text
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