Illinois flag voting closes this week, officials say – NBC Chicago

Illinois is in the process of potentially adopting a new state flag, with voting set to conclude this week after receiving nearly 5,000 entries. Ten designs, including options from state residents and previous state banners, are up for consideration, with the final decision to be made by the General Assembly and Gov. J.B. Pritzker. The current flag, adopted in 1915, features the State Seal with symbols reflecting Illinois history, and the new design will be determined following the completion of the voting process.

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