It looks like Washington state is considering a big change to its flag! Progressive lawmakers introduced House Bill 1938 to redesign the state flag, potentially removing George Washington from it.
Their reasoning? They argue the current flag has poor design elements—too complex, too many colors, and lacks relevance to the state’s identity since Washington himself has limited historical ties to the region.
The proposed committee would be diverse, with input from artists, historians, tribal leaders, and everyday citizens. Plus, the public gets a say through forums and surveys before the final design goes to a vote in the general election.
But not everyone’s on board. Republican Rep. Brian Burnett criticized the timing, arguing that lawmakers should focus on more pressing issues like crime, housing costs, and homelessness.
It’s a classic clash between symbolism, representation, and priorities. What do you think—should the state flag honor its namesake, or is it time for a redesign that better reflects modern Washington.