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This bill establishes a commission to study New Hampshire's state flag, recognizing that the current flag resembles those of over 20 other states and does not effectively represent the state's unique identity. The commission will consist of three representatives (with bipartisan representation), one senator, the president of the New Hampshire Historical Society, and the head of the New England Vexillological Association (a flag design expert organization). The commission's responsibilities include reviewing the flag's history, examining flag design principles, and recommending whether the state flag should be redesigned. They may propose new flag designs but are not required to do so. Legislative members will receive mileage compensation, and the commission must elect a chairperson and hold its first meeting within 45 days of the effective date. The commission is required to submit its findings and recommendations to various state officials and organizations by November 1, 2025. The bill includes a provision to repeal the commission's authorization after its work is complete, with the repeal section taking effect on November 1, 2025, and the rest of the bill taking effect immediately upon passage.

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https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_status.aspx?lsr=0080&sy=2025&sortoption=&txtsessionyear=2025&txtbillnumber=HB210