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Flags are at half-staff today.
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.
In coordination with the President’s Proclamation, Governor Brewer has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from September 16, 2013 through sunset September 20, 2013, in honor of the victims of the tragedy at the Washington Navy Yard. Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Announcement09/15/2013 to 09/20/2013
In commemoration of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend (October 4 – 6, 2013) and Fire Prevention Week (October 6 – 12, 2013), and in accordance with Public Law 107-51, Governor Brewer has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset, Sunday, October 6, 2013. Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Holiday10/05/2013 to 10/06/2013
President Obama ordered that the flag of the United States be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, October 29, 2013, in memory of Thomas S. Foley, former Speaker of the House of Representatives. Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Announcement10/28/2013 to 10/29/2013
Governor Brewer has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Friday, November 22, 2013 in observance of the 50th anniversary of the death of President John F. Kennedy. Individuals, business, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Announcement11/21/2013 to 11/22/2013
In coordination with President Obama's Proclamation, flags at all state office buildings should be lowered to half-staff from December 6, 2013, until sunset on December 9, 2013, in memory of Nelson Mandela. Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Announcement12/05/2013 to 12/09/2013