A partisan fight over whether Washington's flag truly represents the state in the best way it could is brewing in Olympia, raising the idea of a redesign.

House Bill 1938 would create a committee to redesign the green banner. Supporters say the current design featuring the state seal with George Washington’s likeness is flawed, while opponents question

A new chapter in Washington's history may unfold within the next few years as a bill to establish a committee for redesigning the state flag progresses through

While George Washington is an important national figure, he has limited historical connection to the state itself,” the bill text reads.