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HONOLULU — Governor Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawaiʻi state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol, all state offices and agencies, and all Hawaiʻi National Guard facilities in honor of former U.S. Representative and Hawaiʻi Senate President Colleen Hanabusa, who passed away on March 5, 2026. Flags shall be lowered to half staff immediately, until sunrise on Monday, March 9, 2026. Born and raised in Waiʻanae, Colleen Wakako Hanabusa was a proud daughter of the Leeward Coast, whose life was dedicated to public service and advocacy for the people of Hawaiʻi. A graduate of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, she earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees before receiving her law degree from the William S. Richardson School of Law. She went on to build a respected career as a labor attorney before entering public office. Hanabusa served the people of the Waiʻanae Coast and Leeward Oʻahu as a member of the Hawaiʻi State Senate from 1999 to 2010, where she rose to become Senate Majority Leader and later the first woman to serve as President of the Hawaiʻi State Senate. She later represented Hawaiʻi’s First Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives from 2011 to 2015 and again from 2016 to 2019. Throughout her career, she was widely recognized as a fierce advocate for Hawaiʻi’s working families, Native Hawaiian communities and the people of the Pacific. After her time in Congress, Hanabusa continued her service to the state, including leadership roles with the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation board and ongoing work in the legal community. “Jaime and I extend our deepest aloha and sympathy to the Hanabusa ʻohana and to all who loved Colleen,” said Governor Green. “Colleen Hanabusa dedicated her life to serving the people of Hawaiʻi — from the Waiʻanae Coast she proudly called home, to the halls of the Hawaiʻi State Capitol and the United States Congress. She broke barriers as the first woman to serve as President of the Hawaiʻi State Senate and spent decades advocating for her community with strength, determination and heart. Her legacy of leadership and public service will continue to inspire generations to come.”

Source: https://governor.hawaii.gov/newsroom/office-of-the-governor-flag-order-flags-lowered-to-half-staff-for-colleen-hanabusa/

Governor Tim Walz today ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately and until sunset on the day of interment, in honor and remembrance of Sergeant First Class Nicole M. Amor of White Bear Lake, who was killed on March 1, 2026, in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.

“Sergeant First Class Amor answered the call to serve and gave her life in service to our nation. She wore our nation’s uniform with courage and selflessness, demonstrating dedication and honor throughout her life and career,” said Governor Walz. “Her life was marked by service to others, and her memory will be treasured by all who were fortunate to know her. With deep gratitude, Minnesota recognizes Sergeant First Class Amor’s unwavering dedication and bravery, and I extend my deepest condolences to her loved ones.”

Sergeant First Class Amor was assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) and was serving overseas in support of U.S. military operations when the strike occurred. She was one of six American service members killed in the incident, which remains under investigation by the Department of Defense.

Sergeant First Class Amor enlisted in the Minnesota National Guard in 2005 before transferring to the Army Reserve in 2006. She previously deployed to Kuwait and Iraq in 2019 and served for more than 20 years with commitment and distinction in logistics operations supporting fellow service members.

Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in lowering their flags to honor Sergeant First Class Amor’s life and legacy. The Governor's proclamation can be found here.

Source: Email from: Office of Governor Tim Walz on 2026-03-05T21:23:40.000Z

Gov. Mike Braun Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Former Notre Dame Football Coach Lou Holtz

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun has directed flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of legendary former Notre Dame Fighting Irish Coach Lou Holtz. Coach Holtz led the Fighting Irish for 11 seasons, including the 1988 National Championship team.

"Coach Lou Holtz was a legend on and off the field, who cared deeply for the State of Indiana and lived a remarkable life grounded in faith, family, and giving back. He will be greatly missed." – Governor Mike Braun

Governor Braun has ordered flags to be lowered statewide at all state facilities from sunrise to sunset on the day of his funeral, Monday, March 16, 2026.

Governor Braun encourages all Hoosiers to help honor Holtz by lowering flags to half-staff at their homes and businesses.

Source: Email from: Governor of Indiana, Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026

DES MOINES — Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered all flags in Iowa to fly at half-staff effective immediately until sunset on the final day of interment in honor and remembrance of Major Jeffery O’Brien, 45, of Waukee, Iowa and Sgt. Declan Coady, 20, of West Des Moines, Iowa. Both are Army Reserve Soldiers with the 103rd Sustainment Command in Des Moines, Iowa, and were killed in action on March 1, 2026, in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.

“Our hearts are broken by the deaths of Major Jeffrey O’Brien and Sgt. Declan Coady, two brave Iowa soldiers who gave the ultimate sacrifice to secure freedom and peace,” said Governor Kim Reynolds. “On behalf of a grateful state, Kevin and I offer our prayers and condolences for their families, and we ask all Iowans to stand united in support of our fallen soldiers and those who loved them.”

Flags will be flown at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be at half-staff on all public buildings, grounds, and facilities throughout the state.

Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties, and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.

Source: Email from: State of Iowa, Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026, ID:

Governor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on March 8 in honor of the interment of La Paz County Superior Court Presiding Judge Marcus Kelley.

Judge Kelley brought a breadth of experience to his public service, having worked at the Arizona State Senate, serving as an Assistant Attorney General as well as working as a prosecutor and in private practice. He passed away unexpectedly on Feb. 22 and is survived by his wife, Nickie, and their two children, William and Sarah.

Individuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.

Source: https://az.gov/half-staff-notices

This is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland Flag lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset, tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

This action is for Reverend Jesse Jackson, who passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Reverend Jesse Jackson was a giant of the civil rights movement and a champion for the dignity of working people. He led with love and reminded all of us of our voice and our power. Reverend Jackson was a trailblazer who never waited for permission or to ask for a seat at the table—he insisted on it, and he widened that table for generations to come.

Source: http://sos.maryland.gov/Pages/Services/PastFlagStatus.aspx

Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, on Monday directed flags be flown at half-staff on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities effective immediately until sundown on the day of interment in honor of Kansas State Representative John Resman. He represented Kansas House District 121 since 2017.

“Representative Resman has a decorated history of serving his community, our state, and our country throughout his time in the Army, Kansas National Guard, the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, and the Kansas Legislature,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “My deepest condolences go out to his family and friends during this difficult time.

This flag order will be updated when the date of interment is determined.

Source: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/KSOG/bulletins/40c4066

Governor Mike Kehoe ordered United States and the flag of Missouri shall be flown at half-staff at all police stations across Missouri, all sheriffs’ offices across Missouri, all Missouri State Highway Patrol general and troop headquarters across Missouri, and all government buildings in Greene and Christian counties, Missouri, for one full day on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of Christian County Deputy Sheriff Gabriel Ramirez and Deputy Sheriff Michael Hislope.

You can access the proclamation for Deputy Sheriff Ramirez here [ https://governor.mo.gov/proclamations/governor-kehoe-orders-flags-fly-half-staff-honor-deputy-sheriff-gabriel-ernstlee ], and for Deputy Sheriff Hislope here [ https://governor.mo.gov/proclamations/governor-kehoe-orders-flags-fly-half-staff-honor-deputy-sheriff-michael-james-hislope ]. State government departments are responsible for distributing this information throughout your department for compliance with this order.

Source: https://governor.mo.gov/proclamations/governor-kehoe-orders-flags-fly-half-staff-honor-deputy-sheriff-gabriel-ernstlee

Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags to Honor Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags across the state to be lowered to half-staff on Thursday, February 26, and Friday, February 27, to honor the life of the Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr.

“We mourn the loss of Reverend Jesse Jackson, a fierce advocate for justice, equality, and prosperity for all. He dedicated decades of his life to advancing civil rights and economic opportunity for the working class in the United States and around the world.” said Governor Whitmer. “Rev. Jackson had a special connection to Michigan and especially the city of Detroit. He visited often, standing with labor, working with local leaders, and inspiring the next generation of changemakers. I was honored to meet and partner with him on our shared goals of investing in working people and ensuring every Michigander is treated with dignity and respect. As we heed Rev. Jackson’s tireless call to ‘Keep hope alive,’ let’s also continue to do the hard work of building a freer, fairer Michigan for all.”

Veteran civil rights activist Jesse Jackson Sr. was born in Greenville, South Carolina, where he attended Sterling High School. Jackson attended the University of Illinois for a year before transferring to the Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina where he studied sociology and met his future wife, Jacqueline. After graduating college, Jackson moved to Chicago where he studied at the Chicago Theological Seminary and became a Baptist minister in 1968.

Jesse Jackson Sr. began his work as an organizer with the Congress of Racial Equality, participating in marches and sit-ins. After participating in the 1965 Selma-to-Montgomery march, Jackson joined the Southern Christian Leadership Conference to work alongside Martin Luther King Jr. After King’s death, Jackson founded People United to Save Humanity in 1971, working to improve economic conditions of Black communities. Jackson’s activism spanned decades and included two runs for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988.

The State of Michigan recognizes the duty, honor, and selfless service of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. by lowering flags to half-staff. Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments, and other organizations also are encouraged to display the flag at half-staff.

To lower flags to half-staff, flags should be hoisted first to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. The process is reversed before the flag is lowered for the day.

The flag lowering will coincide with the day of the funeral. Flags should be returned to full staff after sunset on Friday, February 27, 2026.

Source: Email from: Michigan Executive Office of the Governor, Date: February 25, 2026, ID: