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 in Honor of Butler County Paramedic Justin Lauppe
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, on Wednesday, directed flags throughout the State of Kansas to be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Thursday, May 22, 2025, in honor of Butler County paramedic Justin Lauppe, who died in the line of duty last week.
“For 14 years, Justin Lauppe was dedicated to serving his community and providing essential care to his fellow Kansans in the greatest need,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “We owe him a debt of gratitude for his selfless sacrifices. My deepest condolences go out to his loved ones.”
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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