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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 76(R)

SENATE BILL 483  

SENATE AUTHOR: Duncan

EFFECTIVE: 06-19-99         

HOUSE SPONSOR: Hunter

Senate Bill 483 amends the Texas Flag Code to provide that a state flag, when no longer used or useful for display purposes, should be destroyed in a dignified manner, preferably by burning. The act establishes procedures appropriate for a flag retirement ceremony.