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 Magistrate Judge Erich Campbell
TOPEKA – Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly directed flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol Complex and all court buildings and facilities to honor Magistrate Judge and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Erich Campbell.
“From his time in the Army to his time on the bench, Judge Campbell demonstrated a commitment to public service,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “We owe him a debt of gratitude for his leadership on behalf of Kansans and our country. My condolences go out to his loved ones during this difficult time."
Judge Campbell passed away on September 18, 2025, and flags will remain half-staff until he is interred on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
To receive email alerts when the governor orders flags to half-staff, visit https://www.governor.ks.gov/newsroom/kansas-flag-honors.
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