The burgee itself is typically a nautical design. Of note: the flag was first unfurled in Buffalo, New York, at the Pan-American Exposition, according to the Ohio Secretary of State’s Office.

His proposal comes after the Nov. 30 fight after the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry football game. The Wolverines beat the Buckeyes 13-10 and then attempted to plant their flag at midfield.

His proposal comes after the Nov. 30 fight at the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry football game when the Wolverines beat the Buckeyes 13-10 and then attempted to plant their flag at midfield.

Violators could face six to 12 months in prison if convicted if the “O.H.I.O. Sportsmanship Act” passes as the flag planting would be made a 5th degree felony.

His proposal comes after the Nov. 30 fight at the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry football game when the Wolverines beat the Buckeyes 13-10 and then attempted to plant their flag at midfield.