Illinois residents have a unique opportunity to shape their state’s identity, as voting for the Illinois state flag redesign is now underway until February 14th. Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has encouraged all eligible voters to participate in selecting the state’s new flag. Options include one of the top 10 designs proposed by the Illinois Flag Commission, the current flag, or historic flags from 1918 and 1968. Votes can be cast once every 24 hours at www.ilsos.gov/stateflag, with final recommendations due to the General Assembly by April 2025. This process, stemming from Senate Bill 1818, emphasizes public input in redefining Illinois’ visual symbol.
