For the first time since the state took a vote in 2001, lawmakers are having earnest discussions about changing the flag in both chambers of the Capitol.
This week, Mississippi Today reporters began polling all 122 House members about how they feel about changing the state flag. We placed their responses in at least one of five options: The Legislature should change the flag, the current flag should remain in place, voters should decide the issue, no comment and undecided.
Below is a list of where the 120 current House members stand. Search for specific lawmakers in the top left corner of the chart. Click the arrow at the top right of the chart to flip to the next page of lawmakers. Members without an “X” listed beside their names have not yet been contacted by reporters. To view where lawmakers stand in the Senate, click here.
The Legislative Black Caucus has endorsed changing the state flag, and caucus leaders in both chambers told Mississippi Today all members support changing the flag. As a result of this, Mississippi Today staff has focused on obtaining the position of non-caucus members, which include white Democrats, Republicans, and Independents.
This list will be updated continually.
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