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Utah House approves task force to study modernizing state flag after weeks of debate
Summary
The Utah House voted 49–23 to create a task force to consider updating the state flag and hold a public design process; supporters said a modern flag would improve recognition while opponents warned against erasing historical symbols.
The Utah House on March 3 approved a bill creating a task force to consider whether the state flag should be modernized, passing the measure 49–23 after several hours of floor debate. Representative Walter 'Wally' Handy, the House sponsor, said the effort would be a public, transparent process that could recommend new designs but keep the current flag for ceremonial use.
Supporters framed the bill as a branding and civic‑engagement exercise. "We need something that will instill greater pride,"…
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