LINCOLN, NE – On June 14th, Governor Jim Pillen encouraged Nebraskans to observe Flag Day as a symbol of hope and inspiration for people in Nebraska, the United States and around the world. 

“The American flag is a worldwide symbol of hope and inspiration,” said Gov. Pillen. “This day celebrates its birth and all that it represents.”

Official steps to create a national flag day observance started in 1916, with a presidential proclamation issued by Woodrow Wilson. Then in 1949 an Act of Congress designated June 14 as National Flag Day.