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Governor Ducey has ordered that flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until noon on Monday, May 28, 2018, in honor of Memorial Day and the service members who have died for our country. The flags should then be raised to full-staff at noon.
Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Holiday05/27/2018 to 05/28/2018
Governor Doug Ducey ordered that flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday, April 30, 2018 to honor the life of fallen Nogales Police Officer Jesus Cordova. Flags will also be lowered on the day of Officer Cordova’s interment, which has not been set.
“Officer Cordova was a dedicated public servant and Arizona mourns his loss. This tragedy reminds us of the sacrifices that police officers make daily to keep our communities safe,” said Governor Ducey. “My prayers and condolences go out to Officer Cordova’s family and loved ones and the entire Nogales community. In honor of Officer Cordova’s life and service, I’ve ordered flags at all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff on Monday.”
- Other04/29/2018
In coordination with the Presidential Proclamation, Governor Ducey has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset on Saturday, April 21, the day of interment, for former First Lady Barbara Bush who passed away yesterday.
The Governor released this statement, "Barbara Bush will always be remembered as a true American treasure. She was a tireless advocate for family literacy -- often referred to as the First Lady of Literacy. Her legacy of service and passion for improving the lives of others will leave a lasting impact not only in the United States but across the world. Our prayers go out to President George H.W. Bush and the entire Bush family.”
Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Announcement04/17/2018 to 04/20/2018
In coordination with the Presidential Proclamation, Governor Ducey has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on March 2, 2018 for the interment of Reverend Billy Graham.
Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Interment03/01/2018
Governor Ducey has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Friday, February 23, 2018 for the interment of 1st Sgt. Nicholas S. Amsberry of Mesa, Arizona, who died in Germany while deployed to the Joint Multinational Readiness Center, in support of operation Atlantic Resolve.
Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Interment02/22/2018