2 October 2023
Those Minnesotans with ideas about a new state flag and state seal design can submit proposals to the State Emblems Redesign Commission at its web site at mnhs.org/serc.
Each entry must be original and follow the guidelines outlined by the commission. Each participant must be 18 years of age or older or have their submissions entered by a parent or guardian. Those eligible can submit up to three proposals for the flag and seal.
The State Emblems Redesign Commission was established in the 2023 legislative session to find new designs for the official state seal and the official state flag no later than Jan. 1, 2024. The Minnesota Historical Society is providing administrative support to the commission.
The public submissions will be accepted online and via US mail and must be submitted or postmarked by Monday, Oct. 30, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Mail submissions can be sent to the address listed at mnhs.org/serc.
Previous submissoins for state emblem initiatives should be entered through web site.
The commission will choose five proposals each for the state seal and state flag. The commission will select one of these designs (or modified version) for the basis of each new emblem.
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