Honoring Marshal Lowell “Adam” Hull
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Friday, May 22, 2026
Gov. Mike Braun Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Cloverdale Marshal Lowell “Adam” Hull
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun has directed flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Cloverdale Town Marshal Lowell “Adam” Hull, who died on May 19, 2026.
Marshal Hull proudly served in the United States Army prior to his service to Putnam County and the citizens of Cloverdale as the Town Marshal.
Governor Braun has ordered flags to be lowered in Putnam County from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, May 24, 2026, the day of Marshal Hull’s celebration of life.
Governor Braun encourages all Hoosiers in Putnam County to help honor Marshal Hull by lowering flags to half-staff at their homes and businesses.
Honoring Fallen EMS Professionals
Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #295 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., May 23, 2026, as a mark of respect for the emergency medical services (EMS) professionals who have given their lives in the line of duty.
Gov. Evers proclaimed National EMS Week throughout the state of Wisconsin beginning Sun., May 17, and lasting through Sat., May 23, 2026.
“No matter the ZIP code or the emergency, Wisconsinites count on our EMS professionals to be there when we need them most, and the health and safety of our kids, families, and communities depend on their invaluable service,” said Gov. Evers. “We know this work is difficult and dangerous, and during National EMS Week, we recognize all of those who make these daily sacrifices while honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice serving their fellow Wisconsinites and neighbors.”
Executive Order #295 will be in effect from sunrise to sunset on Sat., May 23, 2026, and is available on Gov. Evers’ website.
An online version of this release is available here.
Honoring Our Fallen Heroes
Gov. Beshear Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Memorial Day
FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 22, 2026) – Gov. Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until noon Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
“America is the home of the free because of the brave, and we have so much to give thanks for this Memorial Day as we honor the heroes who sacrificed for our freedom and our country,” said Gov. Beshear. “To honor them and their families, let us commit to a more perfect union by finding common ground and moving our country forward for everyone. God Bless America.”
Gov. Beshear encourages all individuals, businesses, organizations and government agencies to join in this tribute. Additional flag status information is available at governor.ky.gov/flag-status.
Honoring Congressman Barney Frank
Please be advised that Massachusetts Governor Maura T. Healey has ordered that the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag be lowered to half-staff at all state buildings beginning immediately today, May 20, 2026, until sunset on the day of interment, in honor of the life and legacy, and in recognition of the passing, of former United States Congressman from Massachusetts, Barney Frank.
This gubernatorial order applies to:
1. The main or administration building of each public institution of the Commonwealth, e.g. town and city halls
2. Other state-owned or state-controlled buildings
3. All state military installations
Thank you,
Alex Powell
Director of Administration, CFO
Office of the Governor, MA
Alex.Powell@mass.gov
Source: Email from: Powell, Alex (GOV) on 2026-05-20T00:00:00.000Z
Honoring Officer Don “DJ” Keller
2026-05-17 The Governor orders that the flags atop the State Capitol be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in tribute to Officer Don “DJ” Keller of the Greenwood Police Department and in honor of his selfless service and supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. The Governor requests that the flags over state buildings and buildings of the political subdivisions of this State similarly be flown at half-staff for this purpose.
Source: Email from: SC.GOV No Reply on 2026-05-15T18:56:12.000Z
Honoring Peace Officers
*Governor Gordon Orders Lowering of Flags to Half Staff for Peace Officer Memorial Day* *CHEYENNE, Wyo. – May 15, 2026* – Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) has ordered all flags to be flown at half staff today in honor of Peace Officer Memorial Day.
The flags will return to full staff tomorrow morning at dawn.
Source: https://governor.wyo.gov
Honoring Fallen Peace Officers
NOTE: Peace Officer Memorial Day has been established by Sec. 3100.065 https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.3100.htm#3100.065 of the Texas Government Code. Both the Texas and United States flags should be flown at half‑staff on Friday, May 15, 2026. A copy of Governor Abbott’s proclamation is attached.
State of Texas Office of the Governor PROCLAMATION
In communities of every size and every geographic region, peace officers perform an important duty to protect and serve their neighbors. In Texas, we recognize the weight of that calling and the price that some are asked to pay. As members of a grateful state, we pause to honor our fallen peace officers—brave souls who gave the last full measure of devotion so that others might live in safety and peace.
Peace officers confront difficult, dangerous situations regularly. Throughout the Lone Star State, peace officers prove themselves worthy of the extraordinary trust placed on them, embodying the courage and selfless sacrifice that defines our people. Some have done so for decades, never seeking attention or praise. Others served briefly, taken from this earth too soon.
No words can assuage the immense pain felt by family, friends, and entire communities, but we can and must honor our fallen heroes by remembering what they stood for. We can teach our children their names; we can support the families they cherished; and we can recommit to the principles they gave their lives to defend: justice, peace, and the rule of law.
Peace officers do not choose their profession for recognition or reward—they choose it out of love for their neighbors, their state, and the values that unite us as Texans. In honoring them, we rededicate ourselves to that same spirit of service.
Each year, a solemn day is set aside in order to remember fallen peace officers and to publicly affirm our commitment to all who have worn the badge. As we remember these heroic men and women, I commend them for their sacrifice and pray for their loved ones.
Therefore, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, do hereby proclaim May 15, 2026, and the period from May 10 to May 16, 2026, respectively, to be Peace Officers Memorial Day & Week in Texas and urge all Texans to observe the occasion with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
In testimony whereof, I have hereunto affixed my signature this the 26th day of April, 2026.
Greg Abbott Governor of Texas
Honoring Fallen Peace Officers on National Peace Officers Memorial Day
DES MOINES – Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered all flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Friday, May 15, 2026, in honor of National Peace Officers Memorial Day. The governor’s order is in conjunction with a proclamation from President Trump.
“Duty is a virtue embodied by the fallen peace officers our nation honors on this day,” said Governor Kim Reynolds. “There truly are no greater public servants than those who wear the uniform and give their lives for it.”
Flags will be 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.
Flags at the Iowa Peace Officer Memorial site remain at half-staff during National Police Week, May 10 – May 16.
Source: Email from: State Of Iowa on 2026-05-14T15:08:25.000Z
Honoring Fallen Peace Officers
Gov. Beshear Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day
FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 14, 2026) – In accordance with a proclamation https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2026/05/peace-officers-memorial-day-and-police-week-2026/ from the White House, Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff on Friday, May 15, in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day.
A joint resolution of Congress, approved Oct. 1, 1962, designated May 15 of each year as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which it falls as Police Week. This observance pays tribute to local, state and federal peace officers who have died or been disabled in the line of duty.
“Kentucky’s law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day to serve and protect us, and we cannot thank them enough. Those who made the ultimate sacrifice especially deserve to be remembered and revered,” said Gov. Beshear. “Please take some extra time this week to let those who wear the badge in your community know that you appreciate and care about them.”
Gov. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses and organizations throughout the commonwealth to join in this tribute. Flag status information is available at https://governor.ky.gov/flag-status.
Honoring Fallen Peace Officers
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half‑staff from sunrise to sunset on Friday, May 15, 2026, in recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day, a national observance paying tribute to local, state, and federal law enforcement officials who have died in the line of duty. It is recognized annually during National Police Week.
“Our law enforcement officers must be commended for their commitment to public safety and their willingness to put themselves in the path of danger in order to protect the lives of complete strangers,” Governor Lamont said. “There’s not a single person in our state whose life has not been impacted in some way by a police officer, whether they know it or not. We honor and salute every law enforcement officer who has given their life in the line of duty. Their memories will not be forgotten, and we thank them for their dedication. I also want to acknowledge all the families of law enforcement officers, who themselves make many sacrifices over the course of their loved one’s service, and especially those who have lost a loved one in the line of duty.”
“I continue to be in awe of our law enforcement officers who are willing to selflessly serve and sacrifice to protect their communities,” Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz said. “Day in and day out, they put their lives on the line, running towards danger so that we may all live in safety. Each year, as we honor Peace Officers Memorial Day, we are reminded of that sacrifice and take a moment to remember those we have lost in the line of duty. Their heroism will not be forgotten, and we owe a great debt of gratitude.”
In accordance with the governor’s directive, flags will be at half‑staff on the Connecticut State Capitol building and all other state‑operated buildings, grounds, and facilities statewide. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, and any other private entities and government subdivisions are encouraged to lower their flags for this same duration of time.
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Read on CT.gov https://portal.ct.gov/governor/news/press-releases/2026/05-2026/governor-lamont-directs-flags-to-half-staff-friday-for-peace-officers-memorial-day
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