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Should the stars and stripes be made in the U.S.A.?
Posted: 02.27.2013 at 7:48 AM
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A Saginaw County lawmaker wants to make sure old glory is made in the USA.

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A Saginaw County lawmaker wants to make sure old glory is made in the U.S.A.

Republican Sen. Roger Kahn introduced a bill that would prohibit local governments from flying an American or state of Michigan flag if it wasn't made in the United States.

Senate Bill 110 would also affect school districts, community colleges and public libraries.  The issue is expected to be brought before the Senate Local Government and Elections Committee on Wednesday.

Gov. Rick Snyder signed a bill last year that requires that U.S. and state flags purchased, displayed or resold by the state government to be manufactured domestically. Local governments are exempt from current law.

Do you check to make sure a flag is made in the U.S.A. before you buy it? Take part in our poll below and leave your comments on this issue.

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