"Minnesota's Controversial Shift to a New, Inclusive State Flag and Seal Spurs Mixed Reactions and Costs"

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is facing a significant expense, estimated at $500,000, to replace all items bearing the old state seal after a new design was chosen. This includes patches, badges, vehicle emblems, and letterheads. Sheriff Dawanna Witt is considering how to fund this change, given that the 2024 budget is already set. State agencies are expected to update to the new seal by January 1, 2025, and Witt believes the state should contribute to the costs.