This bill proposes a redesign of the state flag, amending RSA 3:2 to change its color and design elements. The new flag will feature an upper half that is white and a lower half that is blue, with a representation of the old man of the mountain in black. The previous design, which included the state seal surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves and nine stars, will be replaced. Instead, the new design will incorporate a circle of nine gold 5-pointed stars in the upper hoist quarter and the phrase "Live Free or Die" in gold, positioned near the bottom border to the right of the old man of the mountain.

The bill outlines a two-year phase-in period for the new flag design following its effective date, which is set to be 60 days after passage. The fiscal impact of this legislation is estimated to be less than $10,000 for each of the fiscal years 2026 through 2027, as determined by the Legislative Budget Assistant. The Department of Administrative Services has been contacted regarding the implementation of this change.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 3:2