Flags - As introduced, requires the governor to proclaim a statewide day of mourning and order the state flag to be flown at half staff over the state capitol during such period of mourning if a current or former member of the general assembly dies, unless the member had been convicted of a felony. - Amends TCA Title 4.

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The bill adds a new rule to Tennessee law that obligates the governor to proclaim a statewide day of mourning and fly the state flag at half‑staff over the Capitol when a current or former member of the General Assembly dies. The requirement does not apply if the deceased had been convicted of a felony. It creates a uniform protocol for honoring legislators.

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