Boise City Hall Displays LGBTQ Colors After Removing Pride Flags Due to New State Law
Boise City Hall has installed a banner and wrapped its flag poles with LGBTQ colors a week after removing rainbow Pride flags to comply with a new state law, HB 561. This law, signed by Governor Brad Little, prohibits government entities from flying non-official flags, with fines of up to $2,000 a day for non-compliance. The law allows only the U.S. flag, state flag, official military flags, recognized tribal flags, and the Basque flag. Boise had flown Pride flags for a decade before their removal. Mayor Lauren McLean stated that the city is in full compliance with the law and emphasized the city's commitment to being a safe and welcoming place for everyone. 
