Kansas Flag Honors
Federal law and State executive order mandate when the Governor shall order the United States Flag to be flown at half-staff. The specifics of the flag honor are dependent upon who or what is being honored. Sign-up here to be notified when the Governor orders flags to half-staff.
Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff for Peace Officers Memorial Day
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, on Tuesday, directed flags throughout the State of Kansas to be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Thursday, May 15, 2025, in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day. Peace Officers Memorial Day pays tribute to local, state, and federal peace officers who have died or been disabled in the line of duty.
“Every day, Kansas peace officers put their lives on the line in service to their communities and fellow Kansans,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “Peace Officers Memorial Day is a solemn reminder to acknowledge and appreciate their sacrifices and commitment.”
To receive email alerts when the governor orders flags to half-staff, please visit: https://www.governor.ks.gov/newsroom/kansas-flag-honors.
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