Bill > HB468

This bill establishes official guidelines for the proper retirement of the New Mexico state flag. The legislation specifies that when a state flag is no longer suitable for display, it should be destroyed in a dignified manner, with burning being the preferred method. The bill allows for the flag's retirement to occur either through a public or private ceremony, with public ceremonies potentially being conducted by uniformed military personnel from state or federal services, or by representatives of patriotic organizations. The key purpose of the bill is to ensure that the state flag is treated with respect and honor even at the end of its useful life, providing a formal protocol for its disposal that recognizes its symbolic importance to the state of New Mexico.

Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=468&year=25