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In keeping with appropriate flag etiquette and U.S. Code, Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton may order the state flag to be flown at half-staff. He may also order the national flag to be flown at half-staff on state property only. A state flag on state property is required by law to be flown at half-staff if the national flag is flown at half-staff.

To preserve the integrity and special significance of lowering the flag, the Governor's office will only issue proclamations to lower flags to half-staff under very limited circumstances.

  • Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

    Governor Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Friday, December 7, 2018, in honor and remembrance of those who died during the attack on Pearl Harbor and those who sacrificed their lives for our liberty and freedom during World War II.

    Last Modified: December 7, 2018

  • Honoring President George H.W. Bush

    In honor and remembrance of President George H. W. Bush, and in accordance with an order issued by President Donald Trump, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, beginning immediately, for a period of 30 days from the day of his death.

    Last Modified: December 1, 2018

  • Honoring the Victims of the Attack in Thousand Oaks, California

    In accordance with a proclamation issued by President Donald Trump, Governor Mark Dayton has directed all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota. As directed by the President’s proclamation, flags will be flown at half-staff beginning immediately, until sunset on Saturday, November 10, 2018, as a mark of respect for the victims of the terrible act of violence in Thousand Oaks, California.

    Last Modified: November 8, 2018

  • Honoring the Victims of the Attack in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately, until sunset on Wednesday, October 31, 2018, as a mark of respect for the innocent victims of The Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

    Last Modified: October 29, 2018

  • Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day

    In honor of firefighters who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, October 7, 2018.

    Last Modified: October 5, 2018

  • Honoring Minnesota Corrections Officer Joseph Parise

    In honor and remembrance of Minnesota Corrections Officer Joseph Michael Parise, Governor Mark Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Tuesday, October 2, 2018.

    Last Modified: September 28, 2018

  • Observing the 17th Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks

    In observance of the seventeenth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on Tuesday, September 11, 2017.

    Last Modified: September 10, 2018

  • Honoring Senator John McCain

    In honor and remembrance of United States Senator John McCain, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, beginning immediately, until sunset on the day of Senator McCain's interment on Sunday, September 2, 2018.

    Last Modified: August 27, 2018

  • Honoring Minnesota Corrections Officer Joseph Gomm

    In honor and remembrance of Minnesota Corrections Officer Joseph Brian Gomm, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Thursday, July 26, 2018.

    Last Modified: July 23, 2018

  • Remembering the Victims of the Tragedy in Santa Fe, Texas

    Governor Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately through sunset on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 in memory of the victims of the tragedy in Santa Fe, Texas.

    Last Modified: May 18, 2018

  • Peace Officers Memorial Day

    Governor Dayton has also ordered all flags at state and federal buildings in Minnesota to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, in honor and remembrance of Peace Officers who have been killed or injured in the line of duty.

    Last Modified: May 14, 2018

  • Barbara Bush

    Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to immediately be flown at half-staff until sunset on the day of interment, at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, in honor of former First Lady Barbara Bush.

    Last Modified: April 18, 2018

  • Governor Dayton Honors Firefighter Timothy Wayne Royce

    In honor and remembrance of Firefighter Timothy Wayne Royce, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, April 8, 2018.

    Last Modified: April 8, 2018

  • Honoring Colonel Leo Thorsness

    Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the state of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset, on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 in honor and remembrance of Colonel Leo Thorsness.

    Last Modified: February 13, 2018

  • Remembering Captain Jeffrey Allen Vollmer

    Governor Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, December 23, 2017, in honor and remembrance of Captain Jeffrey Allen Vollmer.

    Last Modified: December 21, 2017

  • Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Thursday, December 7, 2017, in honor and remembrance of those who died during the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor and those who sacrificed their lives for our liberty and freedom during World War II.

    Last Modified: December 6, 2017

  • Remembering Marina DeSteno Challeen

    In honor and remembrance of Emergency Medical Technician Marina DeSteno Challeen, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset, on Wednesday, October 18, 2017.

    Last Modified: October 17, 2017

  • Remembering the Victims of the Las Vegas Tragedy

    Governor Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately through sunset on Friday, October 6, 2017, in memory of the victims of the Las Vegas tragedy.

    Last Modified: October 2, 2017

  • Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day

    Governor Dayton proclaims September 24th, 2017 as Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day in Minnesota.

    Last Modified: September 24, 2017

  • Remembering Officer William Mathews

    Governor Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset, on Thursday, September 14th, 2017 in honor and remembrance of Officer William Mathews.

    Last Modified: September 13, 2017

  • John Glenn

    Governor Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota on the date of his interment, in memory of John Glenn.

    Last Modified: April 6, 2017

  • Honoring Judge Miles Lord

    ST. PAUL, MN – In honor and remembrance of Judge Miles Lord, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Thursday, January 12, 2017.

    Last Modified: January 11, 2017

  • John Glenn

    Governor Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half􀁕staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately, until sunset on the day of interment, in honor and remembrance of John Glenn.

    Last Modified: December 9, 2016

  • Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 in honor and remembrance of those who died during the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor and those who sacrificed their lives for our liberty and freedom during World War II.

    Last Modified: December 6, 2016

  • Honoring Army Staff St. Adam S. Thomas

    Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, October 15, 2016, in honor and remembrance of Army Staff Sgt. Adam S. Thomas

    Last Modified: October 12, 2016

  • Honoring former President and Prime Minister of Israel Shimon Peres

    Governor Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the state of Minnesota immediately, until sunset on Friday, September 30, 2016, in memory of Shimon Peres, former President and Prime Minister of Israel.

    Last Modified: September 29, 2016

  • Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day

    Governor Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, September 25, 2016, in honor of firefighters who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty.

    Last Modified: September 23, 2016

  • Patriot Day and a Day of Service and Remembrance

    Governor Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset, on Sunday, September 11, 2016, as a mark of respect for the victims of the September 11, 2001 tragedy.

    Last Modified: September 9, 2016

  • Honoring General John William Vessey, Jr.

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on the day of his interment in honor and remembrance of General John William Vessey, Jr., Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

    Last Modified: August 20, 2016

  • Honoring Former Minnesota Governor Wendell Anderson

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota until sunset on Sunday, July 24, 2016, and from sunrise until sunset on Monday, August 15, 2016, in honor and remembrance of former Minnesota Governor Wendell Anderson.

    Last Modified: July 22, 2016

  • Honoring the Victims of the Attack in Baton Rouge

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately, until sunset on Friday, July 22, 2016, as a mark of respect for the victims of the attack on police officers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

    Last Modified: July 18, 2016

  • Honoring Former Minnesota Governor Wendell Anderson

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately, through the day of interment, in honor and remembrance of former Minnesota Governor Wendell Anderson.

    Last Modified: July 17, 2016

  • Honoring the Victims of the Attack in Nice, France

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately, until sunset on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, in memory of the victims of the Nice, France tragedy.

    Last Modified: July 15, 2016

  • Honoring the Victims of the Attack in Dallas, Texas

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately, until sunset on Tuesday, July 12, 2016, as a mark of respect for the victims of the attack on police officers in Dallas, Texas.

    Last Modified: July 8, 2016

  • Orlando, Florida Tragedy

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately, until sunset on Thursday, June 16, 2016, in memory of the victims of the Orlando, Florida tragedy.

    Last Modified: June 12, 2016

  • Memorial Day

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until noon on Monday, May 29, 2016, in honor of those servicemembers who have made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf.

    Last Modified: May 27, 2016

  • Memorial Day

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until noon on Monday, May 30, 2016, in honor of those who have served.

    Last Modified: May 26, 2016

  • Peace Officers Memorial Day

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, May 15, 2016, in honor of Peace Officers who have been killed or injured in the line of duty.

    Last Modified: May 13, 2016

  • Honoring Victims of Brussels, Belgium Tragedy

    Governor Mark Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the state of Minnesota immediately through Saturday, March 26, in memory of the victims of the Brussels, Belgium tragedy.

    Last Modified: March 22, 2016

  • Nancy Reagan

    Governor Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the state of Minnesota immediately through the day of internment, in memory of Nancy Reagan.

    Last Modified: March 8, 2016

  • Sergeant Dillion J. Semolina

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings from sunrise until sunset on Friday, February 26th, 2016, in honor and remembrance of Sergeant Semolina.

    Last Modified: February 24, 2016

  • Justice Antonin Scalia

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the state of Minnesota immediately through the day of internment, in memory of Justice Scalia.

    Last Modified: February 13, 2016

  • Immortal Four Chaplains Day

    Governor Dayton proclaims Wednesday, February 3, 2016, as Immortal Four Chaplains Day in the state of Minnesota.

    Last Modified: February 3, 2016

  • Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

    Governor Dayton orders all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags be flown flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the state of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Monday, December 7, 2015 in honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.

    Last Modified: December 6, 2015

  • Governor Dayton honors victims of San Bernardino, California tragedy

    Governor Mark Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the state of Minnesota immediately through Monday, December 7, 2015, in memory of the victims of the San Bernardino, California tragedy.

    Last Modified: December 2, 2015

  • Governor Dayton honors victims of Paris attacks

    Governor Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately, until sunset on Thursday, November 19.

    Last Modified: November 16, 2015

  • Governor Dayton Honors Deputy Steven Sandberg

    In honor and remembrance of Deputy Steven Sandberg, who was killed in the line of duty on Sunday, October 18, 2015, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset, on Friday, October 23, 2015.

    Last Modified: October 21, 2015

  • Honoring Victims of Roseburg, Oregon Tragedy

    In accordance with the proclamation issued by President Barack Obama, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota on Tuesday, October 6, sunrise to sunset, in honor of the victims of the tragedy in Roseburg, Oregon.

    Last Modified: October 4, 2015

  • National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day

    In honor of firefighters who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, September 27, 2015.

    Last Modified: September 26, 2015

  • Patriot Day and A Day of Service and Remembrance

    In observance of the fourteenth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on Friday, September 11, 2015.

    Last Modified: September 7, 2015

  • Governor Dayton Honors St Paul Firefighter Shane Clifton

    In honor and remembrance of St. Paul Firefighter Shane Clifton, who died suddenly from a heart attack while on duty at St. Paul Fire Station #14 on August 31, 2015, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset, on Wednesday, September 9, 2015.

    Last Modified: September 7, 2015

  • Memorial Day

    In accordance with the proclamation issued today by President Barack Obama, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until noon on Monday, May 25, in honor of those who have served on our behalf this Memorial Day.

    Last Modified: May 24, 2015

  • Peace Officers Memorial Day

    President John F. Kennedy declared the first Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15, 1962, as a tribute to peace officers and in honor of peace officers who, through their courageous deeds, lost their lives or became disabled in the line of duty. This day has been observed in our country annually ever since. On this day, and every day, it is fitting to honor those peace officers who gave their lives to protect ours, and to thank the over 10,000 law enforcement officers who serve in Minnesota's 446 law enforcement agencies, for their dedication and service to our communities. Governor Dayton has also ordered all flags at state and federal buildings in Minnesota to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Friday, May 15, 2015, in honor and remembrance of Peace Officers who have been killed or injured in the line of duty.

    Last Modified: May 14, 2015

  • Day of Remembrance for President Abraham Lincoln

    In honor and remembrance of President Abraham Lincoln, President Barack Obama has ordered that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of Federal Government throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on Wednesday, April 15, 2015. Governor Dayton has also ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from now until sunset on Wednesday, April 15, 2015, as a mark of respect for the memory of President Abraham Lincoln.

    Last Modified: April 13, 2015

  • Immortal Four Chaplains Day

    Governor Mark Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the state of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on February 3, 2015, in honor of Immortal Four Chaplains Day.

    Last Modified: February 3, 2015

  • Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

    In honor and remembrance of those who died during the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor and those who sacrificed their lives for our liberty and freedom during World War II, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, December 7.

    Last Modified: December 6, 2014

  • Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day

    In honor of firefighters who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, September 28, 2014.

    Last Modified: September 27, 2014

  • Patriot Day and a Day of Service and Remembrance

    In observance of the 13th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, Governor Dayton has ordered that all United States and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset, on Thursday, September 11, 2014.

    Last Modified: September 7, 2014

  • UPDATED- Memorial Day

    In deference to the proclamation issued this afternoon by President Barack Obama, Governor Mark Dayton has revised his Memorial Day proclamation. The Governor's revised proclamation orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until noon on Monday, May 26, 2014, in honor of those who have served on our behalf.

    Last Modified: May 25, 2014

  • Peace Officers Memorial Day

    Governor Dayton has also ordered all flags at state and federal buildings in Minnesota to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, May 15, 2013, in honor and remembrance of Peace Officers who have been killed or injured in the line of duty.

    Last Modified: May 14, 2014

  • Governor Dayton Honors Lance Corporal Caleb Erickson

    In honor and remembrance of Lance Corporal Caleb L. Erickson, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Monday, March 10, 2014.

    Last Modified: March 9, 2014

  • Governor Dayton Honors Immortal Four Chaplains Day

    In observance of the 71st Anniversary of the tragic sinking of the United States Army transport Dorchester off the coast of Greenland, Governor Mark Dayton will order all U.S. Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Monday, February 3, 2014.

    Last Modified: February 2, 2014

  • Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

    In honor and remembrance of those who died during the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor and those who sacrificed their lives for our liberty and freedom during World War II, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, December 7, 2013.

    Last Modified: December 6, 2013

  • In Honor and Remembrance of Nelson Mandela

    In honor and remembrance of Nelson Mandela, President Barack Obama has ordered that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of Federal Government throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, December 9, 2013. Governor Dayton has also ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from now until sunset, December 9, 2013, as a mark of respect for the memory of Nelson Mandela.

    Last Modified: December 5, 2013

  • Governor Dayton Honors Corporal Harold A Evans

    Corporal Harold A. Evans' remains were recovered from North Korea, along with those of many other service members, in the early 1990s, and identified in September 2013. His internment with full military honors will take place on Saturday, October 12, 2013, at Greenwood Cemetery, in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. In honor and remembrance of Corporal Harold A. Evans, Governor Mark Dayton has signed a proclamation ordering all flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, October 12, 2013.

    Last Modified: October 10, 2013

  • Governor Dayton orders flags flown at half-staff in honor of Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day

    In honor and remembrance of Minnesotan firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty, Governor Mark Dayton has signed a proclamation declaring Sunday, September 29, 2013 “Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day,” and ordering all flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, September 29, 2013.

    Last Modified: September 26, 2013

  • Governor Dayton Honors Justice Rosalie Wahl

    In honor and remembrance of Justice Rosalie Wahl, Governor Mark Dayton has signed a proclamation ordering all flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, September 21, 2013.

    Last Modified: September 20, 2013

  • Governor Dayton Honors Victims of Shooting at the Washington Navy Yard

    As a sign of respect for the victims of the shooting at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, D.C. on September 16, 2013, Governor Mark Dayton has signed a proclamation ordering all flags at state and federal buildings in Minnesota from today, Tuesday, September 17, 2013, until sunset on Friday, September 20, 2013.

    Last Modified: September 16, 2013

  • Patriot Day and A Day of Service and Rememberance

    In observance of the 12th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset, on Wednesday, September 11, 2013.

    Last Modified: September 10, 2013

  • Law Enforcement Memorial Day in Minnesota

    Governor Dayton has also ordered all flags at state and federal buildings in Minnesota to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, in honor and remembrance of Peace Officers who have been killed or injured in the line of duty.

    Last Modified: May 14, 2013

  • Governor Dayton Honors Victims of Boston Marathon Bombing

    As a sign of respect for the victims of the terrible act of violence that was committed against innocent men, women, and children in Boston, Massachusetts, Governor Mark Dayton has signed a proclamation ordering all flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from today, Tuesday, April 16, 2013, until sunset on Saturday, April 20, 2013, in memory of the victims of this tragedy.

    Last Modified: April 15, 2013

  • Governor Dayton Honors Police Officer Josh Lynaugh

    In honor and remembrance of Police Officer Josh Lynaugh, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset, on Friday, February 22, 2013.

    Last Modified: February 19, 2013

  • Governor Dayton Honors Immortal Four Chaplains Day

    In observance of the 70th anniversary of the tragic sinking of the United States Army transport Dorchester off the coast of Greenland, Governor Mark Dayton will order all U.S. Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, February 3, 2013.

    Last Modified: January 31, 2013

  • Governor Dayton Honors Police Officer Thomas Decker

    In honor and remembrance of Police Officer Thomas “Tommy” Decker, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Wednesday, December 5, 2012.

    Last Modified: December 3, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Lance Corporal Dale W Means

    In honor and remembrance of Marine Lance Corporal Dale W. Means, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Wednesday, November 28, 2012.

    Last Modified: November 26, 2012

  • National Fallen Fighters Memorial Service

    In honor of firefighters who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, September 30, 2012.

    Last Modified: September 29, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Sergeant Kyle B Osborn

    In honor and remembrance of Sergeant Kyle B. Osborn, Governor Mark Dayton orders all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, September 29, 2012.

    Last Modified: September 28, 2012

  • Day of Service and Remembrance in honor of 9-11 in Minnesota

    In observance of the 11th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset, on Tuesday, September 11, 2012.

    Last Modified: September 9, 2012

  • Governor Mark Dayton Commemorates the US-Dakota War of 1862

    In commemoration of the U.S.-Dakota War of 1862, Governor Mark Dayton has signed a proclamation ordering all flags at state and federal buildings in Minnesota be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on August 17, 2012.

    Last Modified: August 15, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Wisconsin Temple Victims and Families

    In honor and remembrance of the victims of the August 5 shooting in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, and their families, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Friday, August 10, 2012.

    Last Modified: August 8, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Lives Lost, Survivors in I-35W Bridge Collapse

    In honor and remembrance of the lives lost in the Interstate 35W bridge collapse five years ago, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on Wednesday, August 1, 2012.

    Last Modified: July 30, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Aurora Victims and Families

    In honor and remembrance of the victims of the July 20 shooting in Aurora, Colorado and their families, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, July 21, 2012.

    Last Modified: July 20, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Marine Corporal Taylor J Baune

    St. Paul – In honor and remembrance of Marine Corporal Taylor J. Baune, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Monday, June 25, 2012, the day of Corporal Baune's interment.

    Last Modified: June 21, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Army Specialist Kedith L Jacobs

    In honor and remembrance of Army Specialist Kedith L. Jacobs, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Wednesday, June 20, 2012, the day of Specialist Jacobs interment.

    Last Modified: June 18, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Lieutenant William E Swanson

    In honor and remembrance of Navy Lieutenant William E. Swanson, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Tuesday, June 12, 2012.

    Last Modified: June 10, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Sergeant Nicholas M Dickhut

    St. Paul – In honor and remembrance of Army Sergeant Nicholas M. Dickhut, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Tuesday, May 8, 2012, the day of Sergeant Dickhut's interment.

    Last Modified: May 6, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Senator Gary Kubly

    In honor and remembrance of Minnesota State Senator Gary Kubly, Governor Mark Dayton has proclaimed Wednesday, March 7, 2012 “Gary Kubly Day” and has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Wednesday, March 7, 2012.

    Last Modified: March 5, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Immortal Four Chaplains Day

    In observance of the 69th anniversary of the tragic sinking of the United States Army transport Dorchester off the coast of Greenland, Governor Mark Dayton will order all U.S. Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Friday, February 3, 2012.

    Last Modified: January 31, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Police Officer Shawn Schneider

    In honor and remembrance of Police Officer Shawn Schneider, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, January 7, 2012.

    Last Modified: January 5, 2012

  • Governor Dayton Honors Army Chief Warrant Officer Lucas Daniel Sigfrid

    St. Paul – In honor and remembrance of Army Chief Warrant Officer II Lucas Daniel Sigfrid, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Thursday, December 22, 2011.

    Last Modified: December 20, 2011

  • Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day in Minnesota

    Governor Mark Dayton has proclaimed Wednesday, December 7, 2011, as Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day in Minnesota, in honor of the 70th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor and the more than 2,400 Americans who lost their lives in these attacks.

    Last Modified: December 5, 2011

  • Rememberance of 9-11 in Minnesota

    St. Paul, MN – In remembrance of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all U.S. flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, September 11, 2011.

    Last Modified: September 8, 2011 
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