The bill establishes the Washington State Flag Redesign Committee, tasked with overseeing the design and adoption of a new state flag that better reflects the diversity and values of Washington's residents. The committee is required to approve and adopt a new design by July 1, 2028, which will then be submitted to voters for approval. The committee will consist of various members, including state legislators, cultural leaders, tribal representatives, and citizen representatives, and will engage in public outreach to gather feedback on the design process. The committee is also authorized to contract with experts in flag design to assist in their work.

Additionally, the bill amends RCW 1.20.010 to include new provisions regarding the state flag. It specifies that the current flag, which features the state seal on a green background, may not be redesigned without a referendum to ask voters whether to adopt the new design or retain the existing one. The bill includes an expiration date of January 1, 2029, for the sections related to the committee and the redesign process.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 1.20.010