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Governor Katie Hobbs has ordered U.S. and Arizona flags to fly at half-staff to honor the life and legacy of U.S. Representative Raúl Grijalva, who died today at age 77 after serving in the U.S. House of Representatives for more than 20 years.
Flags should immediately be lowered to half-staff and remain so through sunset on March 14, 2025.
Governor Hobbs made the following statement:
“I am devastated by the loss of Representative Raúl Grijalva and my heart is with his family and loved ones. He was a true champion for the people of our state. For over two decades, he was a fierce advocate for his constituents and a fighter to uplift Arizona’s most vulnerable communities, with a steadfast focus on ensuring justice for all. During his years of service, Congressman Grijalva worked tirelessly to protect our environment, expand health care to countless Arizonans, respect tribal sovereignty, and ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. To his last day, he remained a servant leader who put everyday people first while in office. I join every Arizonan in mourning his passing. May he rest in peace.”
Individuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Announcement03/13/2025 to 03/14/2025
PHOENIX (Jan. 20, 2025) – Pursuant to a national order by President Donald Trump, U.S. and Arizona flags should be immediately raised to full-staff in honor of Presidential Inauguration Day.
Flags should return to half-staff at sunrise on Jan. 21 and remain at half-staff through Jan. 28, unless further orders are issued.
- Holiday01/20/2025
Following the news of former President Jimmy Carter's passing, Governor Hobbs released the following statement:
"President Jimmy Carter lived an exemplary life of service, positively impacting nearly every corner of the planet.
“Throughout his career as Governor of Georgia, President of the United States, and later founder of The Carter Center, President Carter was a steadfast advocate for peace and prosperity across the globe. He fought against segregation, promoted democracy, and helped eradicate two diseases.
“Above all, he was a loving husband to First Lady Rosalynn Carter. Their seventy-seven-year marriage is the epitome of partnership. Motivated by empathy and faith, they overcame every imaginable obstacle to build a better tomorrow. They will be missed but never forgotten.
“On behalf of the State of Arizona, we send our love to the Carter Family and the millions worldwide whose lives are better because of President Carter's legacy.”
Pursuant to a national order, U.S. and Arizona flags should fly at half-staff through sunset on Jan. 28, 2025 in honor of President Carter.
- Other12/30/2024 to 01/28/2025
Governor Katie Hobbs has ordered flags at all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, Dec. 21, the day of Town of Marana Mayor Ed Honea’s interment. Part of a five-generation Marana family, the longtime public servant passed away on Nov. 22, 2024.
Governor Hobbs issued the following statement:
“I offer my sincere condolences on the passing of Mayor Ed Honea, a devoted leader who dedicated nearly 40 years to Marana. His unwavering service and deep love for the community will leave a lasting legacy for generations. My heart goes out to his family during this difficult time.”
Individuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Interment12/21/2024
Governor Katie Hobbs has ordered flags at all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Dec. 7, Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Gov. Hobbs has also proclaimed Dec. 7 as Arizona Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
This year is the 83rd anniversary of that infamous day in U.S. history.
Though they are rare to see, Pearl Harbor Survivor license plates have been issued by Arizona’s Motor Vehicle Division since 1991. The special plates are available to people who were on station as a member of the U.S. armed forces on Dec. 7, 1941, and were on the island of Oahu or offshore within three miles during the attack. The plate may also be issued to the spouse, parent, child, brother or sister of an eligible person. According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, 19 Pearl Harbor plates are currently active in the state today.
Flags fly at half-staff every year on Dec. 7 to honor and remember the 2,403 service members and civilians who were killed in the attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. Honoring America’s Veterans is hosting a Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day event (link is external) at Wesley Bolin Plaza at 10:55 a.m. on Dec. 7 and will feature remarks from Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services Director John Scott.
Individuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
- Holiday12/07/2024
