State: symbol; Honor and Remember flag; designate as the official state symbol of remembrance of fallen military members. Creates new act.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill officially recognizes the Honor and Remember flag as Michigan’s symbol of remembrance for fallen military members. It allows the flag to be displayed alongside the U.S. flag on state and local properties, as well as on specific days of the year. The bill expands the days on which the Honor and Remember flag can be flown, including days when flags are lowered to honor fallen service members. This legislation creates a new act to formalize this designation.
Key provisions
- Designates the Honor and Remember flag as the official state symbol of remembrance.
- Permits display of the flag on state-owned and operated properties.
- Authorizes the flag to be flown on designated days, including Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, POW/MIA Recognition Day, Gold Star Mother’s Day, Veterans Day, and days of half-staff.
- Allows local governments and state agencies to fly the flag on other appropriate days.
Who is affected
- The State of Michigan
- Military families
- State government agencies
- Local governments
- Residents of Michigan
Notable changes
- Establishes a specific flag as the official symbol of remembrance for fallen military members.
- Expands the days on which the flag can be displayed beyond existing flag protocols.
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