By order of the President of the United States, in accordance with Section 6 of the U.S. Flag Code, all flags at all State facilities are to be flown at half-staff on Monday, May 28, 2018 until noon that same day in recognition of Memorial Day.

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff for the morning of May 28, 2018 and returned to full staff at noon that same day.  For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full staff at noon.
 

President Donald J. Trump 

Proclaims Memorial Day, May 28, 2018,

as a Day of Prayer for Permanent Peace

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

On Memorial Day, we pause in solemn gratitude to pay tribute to the brave patriots who laid down their lives defending peace and freedom while in military service to our great Nation.  We set aside this day to honor their sacrifice and to remind all Americans of the tremendous price of our precious liberty.

Throughout the history of our Republic, courageous Americans have purchased our cherished freedom with their lives.  Our 151 national cemeteries serve as the final resting place for millions of people, including veterans from every war and conflict, many of whom died while serving our country.  We remain duty bound to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf and to remember them with thankfulness and unwavering pride.  The fallen — our treasured loved ones, friends, neighbors, and fellow citizens — deserve nothing less from a grateful Nation.

We must safeguard the legacies of our service members so that our children and our grandchildren will understand the sacrifices of our Armed Forces.  As a part of this effort, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is working to keep the memories of our fallen heroes from ever fading away.  The National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program challenges our youth, from elementary school through college, to research and share the stories and sacrifice of their hometown veterans, who are forever honored at VA National, State, and tribal veterans cemeteries.  To further ensure that our veterans’ legacies are remembered and celebrated, this program is developing an online memorialization  platform that will amplify the voices of families, survivors, and Gold Star parents and spouses as they honor our beloved veterans and fallen service members.

Today, and every day, we revere those who have died in noble service to our country.  I call upon all Americans to remember the selfless service members who have been laid to rest in flag-draped coffins and their families who have suffered the greatest loss.  The sacrifices of our hallowed dead demand our Nation’s highest honor and deepest gratitude.  On this day, let us also unite in prayer for lasting peace in our troubled world so that future generations will enjoy the blessings of liberty and independence.

In honor and recognition of all of our fallen heroes, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 11, 1950, as amended (36 U.S.C. 116), has requested the President issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe each Memorial Day as a day of prayer for permanent peace and designating a period on that day when the people of the United States might unite in prayer.  The Congress, by Public Law 106-579, has also designated 3:00 p.m. local time on that day as a time for all Americans to observe, in their own way, the National Moment of Remembrance.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Memorial Day, May 28, 2018, as a day of prayer for permanent peace, and I designate the hour beginning in each locality at 11:00 a.m. of that day as a time when people might unite in prayer.

I further ask all Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance beginning at 3:00 p.m. local time on Memorial Day.

I also request the Governors of the United States and its Territories, and the appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct the flag be flown at half-staff until noon on this Memorial Day on all buildings, grounds, and naval vessels throughout the United States and in all areas under its jurisdiction and control.  I also request the people of the United States to display the flag at half-staff from their homes for the customary forenoon period.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fifth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand eighteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.

                                                     DONALD J. TRUMP

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, from sunrise to sunset through Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in honor of the victims of the tragedy in Santa Fe, Texas.

Presidential Proclamation Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Santa Fe, Texas

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN SANTA FE, TEXAS

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

Our Nation grieves with those affected by the shooting at Santa Fe High School in Texas.  May God heal the injured and may God comfort the wounded, and may God be with the victims and with the victims’ families.  As a mark of solemn respect for the victims of the terrible act of violence perpetrated on May 18, 2018, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, May 22, 2018.  I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand eighteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.

DONALD J. TRUMP

In accordance with Missouri State Statute 9.120, all flags at State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 from sunrise to sunset to commemorate the sacrifices of the federal, state, county and municipal peace officers who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty. 

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Deputy Sheriff Casey Shoemate who died in the line of duty.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Miller County only, from Wednesday, April 25, until sunset on Friday, April 27, in memory of Deputy Sheriff Casey Shoemate.

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, effective immediately until sunset on April 21, 2018, as a mark of respect for the memory of Barbara Bush.

Presidential Proclamation on the Passing of Barbara Bush

PASSING OF BARBARA BUSH

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

On this solemn day, we mourn the loss of Barbara Bush, an outstanding and memorable woman of character.  As a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, military spouse, and former First Lady, Mrs. Bush was an advocate of the American family.  Mrs. Bush lived a life that reminds us always to cherish our relationships with friends, family, and all acquaintances.  In the spirit of the memory of Mrs. Bush, may we always remember to be kind to one another and to put the care of others first.

As a mark of respect for the memory of Barbara Bush, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, on the day of interment.  I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventeenth day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand eighteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.

DONALD J. TRUMP

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices, shall be flown at half-staff, in Clay County only  from sunrise to sunset on April 13, 2018 as a mark of respect for Mayor Bill Dane.

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices, shall be flown at half-staff, statewide from sunrise to sunset on April 11, 2018 as a mark of respect for former Representative Mary Lou Sallee.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff in Douglas County from sunrise on April 11 until sunset on April 18, 2018.

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices, shall be flown at half-staff, statewide from sunrise to sunset on March 27, 2018 as a mark of respect for Special Agent Melissa S. Morrow who died in the line of duty.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in the counties of Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte, Audrain, Boone and Cole from sunrise on March 27 until sunset on March 30, 2018.

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices, shall be flown at half-staff, statewide from sunrise to sunset on March 22, 2018 as a mark of respect for Representative Cloria Brown.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in the County of St. Louis from sunrise on March 22 until sunset on March 30, 2018.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide, on Monday, March 12, 2018 from sunrise until sunset in honor of Officer Christopher R. Morton, who died in the line of duty on March 6, 2018.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Henry County only from sunrise on Monday, March 12, 2018 through sunset on Friday, March 16, 2018.

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices, shall be flown at half-staff, statewide on March 5, 2018 as a mark of respect for Representative Keith English.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in the County of St. Louis from March 5 until sunset on March 9, 2018.

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, from sunrise to sunset on Friday, March 2, 2018, as a mark of respect for the memory of Reverend Billy Graham.

Presidential Proclamation on the Death of Billy Graham

DEATH OF BILLY GRAHAM

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the memory of Reverend Billy Graham, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that on the day of his interment, the flag of the United States shall be flown at half‑staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on such day.  I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty‑first day of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand eighteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.

DONALD J. TRUMP

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset, February 19, 2018 honoring the victims of the tragedy in Parkland, Florida. 

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset on February 19, 2018 then returned to full staff.  For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full at sunset on February 19, 2019. 

Presidential Proclamation Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Parkland, Florida

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN PARKLAND, FLORIDA

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

Our Nation grieves with those who have lost loved ones in the shooting at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. As a mark of solemn respect for the victims of the terrible act of violence perpetrated on February 14, 2018, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, February 19, 2018. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand eighteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.

DONALD J. TRUMP

In accordance with Missouri State Statutes, Section 9.110, flags at all state and government office buildings will be flown at half-staff on Thursday, December 7, 2017, from sunrise to sunset.  All agencies of this state and all political subdivisions of this state shall fly the flag of the United States at half-staff each December seventh in honor of the individuals who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset, November 9, 2017, honoring the victims of the shooting in Sutherland Springs, Texas. 

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset on November 9, 2017, then returned to full staff.  For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full at sunset on November 9, 2017. 

Presidential Proclamation Honoring the Victims of the Sutherland Springs, Texas

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TEXAS

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

We are deeply saddened by the shooting in Sutherland Springs, Texas, which took the lives of more than 25 innocent victims while they were attending church. As we mourn the victims of this unprovoked act of violence, we pray for healing and comfort for all the family members and loved ones who are grieving.

As a mark of respect for the victims of this senseless act of violence perpetrated on November 5, 2017, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, November 9, 2017. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand seventeen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.

DONALD J. TRUMP

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset, October 6, 2017 as a mark of respect for the victims of the tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset on October 6, 2017, then returned to full staff.  For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full at sunset on October 6, 2017. 

The White House

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release

October 02, 2017

Presidential Proclamation Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

Our Nation is heartbroken.  We mourn with all whose loved ones were murdered and injured in last night's horrible tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada.  As we grieve, we pray that God may provide comfort and relief to all those suffering.

As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless act of violence perpetrated on October 1, 2017, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, October 6, 2017.  I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seventeen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.

DONALD J. TRUMP

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff on Monday, September 25, 2017 from sunrise to sunset in honor of Staff Sergeant Sean Devoy who died in the line of duty.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices in the County of St. Louis, Missouri will be flown at half-staff from September 26 – October 1, 2017, from sunrise to sunset in honor of Staff Sergeant Sean Devoy.

By order of the Governor, the flag of the United States and the flag of Missouri shall be flown at half-staff at all government buildings statewide from September 11, 2017 to September 12, 2017, from sunrise to sunset, as a mark of respect for the passing of Representative Mike Lair.

Also, by order of the Governor, flags at all government buildings in the County of Livingston, Missouri, shall be flown at half-staff from September 11, 2017 to September 15, 2017, from sunrise to sunset, as a mark of respect for Representative Mike Lair.

In accordance with state law, Sec. 9.134 RSMo., the United States flag and the Missouri state flag shall be flown at half-staff on all government buildings statewide on Monday, September 11, 2017, from sunrise until sunset in honor of the individuals who died as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. 

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide, on Tuesday August 15 from sunrise until sunset in honor of Sergeant Talon Leach, who died in the line of duty on July 10, 2017.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all state buildings in Callaway County will be flown at half-staff from sunrise on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 through sunset on Tuesday, August 22, 2017.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide, on Saturday August 12 from sunrise until sunset in honor of Police Officer Gary L. Michael, who died in the line of duty on August 6, 2017. 

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff in St. Louis City only, on Friday, July 21, 2017 from sunrise to sunset in honor of Captain John Kemper who died in the line of duty. 

By order of the President of the United States, in accordance with Section 6 of the U. S. Flag Code, all flags at all State facilities are to be flown at half-staff on Monday, May 29, 2017 until noon that same day in recognition of Memorial Day.

The White House

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release

May 24, 2017 

President Donald J. Trump Proclaims Memorial Day, May 29, 2017, as a Day of Prayer for Permanent Peace

PRAYER FOR PEACE, MEMORIAL DAY, 2017

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

Memorial Day is our Nation's solemn reminder that freedom is never free.  It is a moment of collective reflection on the noble sacrifices of those who gave the last measure of devotion in service of our ideals and in the defense of our Nation.  On this ceremonious day, we remember the fallen, we pray for a lasting peace among nations, and we honor these guardians of our inalienable rights.  

This year, we commemorate the centennial anniversary of America's entry into World War I.  More than 4.7 million Americans served during The Great War, representing more than 25 percent of the American male population between the ages of 18 and 31 at the time.  We remember the more than 100,000 Americans who sacrificed their lives during "The War to End All Wars," and who left behind countless family members and loved ones.  We pause again to pray for the souls of those heroes who, one century ago, never returned home after helping to restore peace in Europe.

On Memorial Day we honor the final resting places of the more than one million men and women who sacrificed their lives for our Nation, by decorating their graves with the stars and stripes, as generations have done since 1868.  We also proudly fly America's beautiful flag at our homes, businesses, and in our community parades to honor their memory.  In doing so, we pledge our Nation's allegiance to the great cause of freedom for which they fought and ultimately died.

In honor and recognition of all of our fallen service members, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 11, 1950, as amended (36 U.S.C. 116), has requested the President issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe each Memorial Day as a day of prayer for permanent peace and designating a period on that day when the people of the United States might unite in prayer.  The Congress, by Public Law 106-579, has also designated 3:00 p.m. local time on that day as a time for all Americans to observe, in their own way, the National Moment of Remembrance.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Memorial Day, May 29, 2017, as a day of prayer for permanent peace, and I designate the hour beginning in each locality at 11:00 a.m. of that day as a time when people might unite in prayer.  I urge the press, radio, television, and all other information media to cooperate in this observance.

I further ask all Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance beginning at 3:00 p.m. local time on Memorial Day.  

I also request the Governors of the United States and its Territories, and the appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff until noon on this Memorial Day on all buildings, grounds, and naval vessels throughout the United States and in all areas under its jurisdiction and control.  I also request the people of the United States to display the flag at half-staff from their homes for the customary forenoon period.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seventeen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-first.

DONALD J. TRUMP

In accordance with Missouri State Statute 9.120, all flags at State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide on Monday, May 15, 2017 from sunrise to sunset to commemorate the sacrifices of the federal, state, county and municipal peace officers who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty. 

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, effective immediately until sunset on April 6, 2017, as a mark of respect for the memory of John Glenn.

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release

April 6, 2016

Presidential Proclamation -- Honoring the Memory of John Glenn

HONORING THE MEMORY OF JOHN GLENN

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the memory of John Glenn, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that on the day of his interment, the flag of the United States shall be flown at half staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on such day.  I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seventeen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-first.

DONALD J. TRUMP

Effective immediately, by order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset on Monday, April 3, 2017, in honor of retired Captain Firefighter Art Ricks.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Jackson, Clay, Platte and Cass counties only, on Wednesday, February 15, 2017, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Battalion Chief Thomas G. Byrne who died in the line of duty.

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at full-staff, beginning at sunset on Saturday December 17, 2016.

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release

December 16, 2016

Presidential Proclamation -- Returning the Flag of the United States to Full-Staff

RETURNING THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES TO FULL-STAFF

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

                   By the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at full-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions beginning at sunset, December 17, 2016. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at full-staff on such day at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-first.

BARACK OBAMA 

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset, on the day of interment as a mark of respect for the memory of John Glenn. 

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset on the day of interment, then returned to full staff.  For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full at sunset on the date of interment. 

In accordance with Missouri State Statutes, Section 9.110, flags at all state and government office buildings will be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, December 7, 2016, from sunrise to sunset.  All agencies of this state and all political subdivisions of this state shall fly the flag of the United States at half-staff each December seventh in honor of the individuals who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.

By order of the Governor, flags at all State and government facilities shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset, on Thursday, December 1st, as a mark of respect for Judge Richard B. Teitelman.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all Missouri courthouses will be flown at half-staff until sunset on the date of interment as a mark of respect for the passing of Judge Richard B. Teitelman. 

Also, by order of the Governor, flags at all State and government facilities shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on the date of interment as a mark of respect for Judge Richard B. Teitelman. 

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, on Saturday, November 19, 2016, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Corporal Donald E. Matney who died while serving his country. 

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Webster County only, from sunrise Saturday, November 19, until sunset on Friday, November 25, in memory of Corporal Donald E. Matney.

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all Sate and government offices will be flown at half-staff, on Saturday, November 19, 2016, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Sergeant First Class Matthew C. Lewellen who died while serving his country in Jafr, Jordan. 

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Adair County only, from sunrise Saturday, November 19, until sunset on Friday, November 25, in memory of Sergeant First Class Matthew C. Lewellen. 

By order of the President of the United States, in accordance with Public Law 107-51, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, Sunday, October 9, 2016 from sunrise to sunset in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service.

The White House

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release

October 07, 2016

Presidential Proclamation -- Fire Prevention Week, 2016

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK, 2016 

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 

A PROCLAMATION 

               More than 1 million fires occur each year in the United States. Throughout the past decade, the number of fires -- and of resulting deaths and injuries -- has gone down. But residential fires still damage homes across our country, causing a higher percentage of fire deaths, injuries, and economic loss than any other fires, and wildfires continue to devastate our forests and threaten nearby homes and businesses. During Fire Prevention Week, we strive to increase our preparedness for fires and commit to giving dedicated firefighters the support they need to keep us safe.

Every moment counts during a fire, and smoke alarms help save lives. However, many people do not know that their smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years -- after 10 years, they tend to become unreliable. I encourage everyone to check the manufacturing dates of their smoke alarms to see if they need replacing. Families and businesses should also develop and practice evacuation plans in case of emergencies and should prepare communication strategies in case of a fire. All Americans can learn more about steps they can take to prepare for fires by visiting www.Ready.gov.

In recent years, we have experienced some of the most severe wildfire seasons in American history, including roughly 50,000 wildfires and over 9 million acres burned last year alone. Climate change exacerbates wildfire risks through drier landscapes and higher temperatures -- we must recognize the effects our changing climate has on fire risks and help fire professionals and community leaders take action to enhance community resilience against these risks. Last year, my Administration brought together fire chiefs from around our country to identify key lessons learned from fires at the wildland-urban interface and actions that can be taken to reduce the harm to people and property associated with wildfires in these areas, where fighting fires is especially complicated, expensive, and dangerous. We need to be smarter about where we build, and we must work to better understand how fires behave so our firefighters can work more safely and effectively -- we owe these heroic professionals nothing less.

This week presents opportunities for businesses, families, and communities to learn about ways to protect themselves in case of fire and helps raise awareness of steps we can all take to prevent fires. During Fire Prevention Week, we also pause to honor our first responders and firefighters, including those who have sacrificed their own lives to save the lives of people they had never met. Let us salute them and pay tribute to all firefighters whose bravery, sense of duty, and love of country make our Nation a stronger, safer place.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 9 through October 15, 2016, as Fire Prevention Week. On Sunday, October 9, 2016, in accordance with Public Law 107-51, the flag of the United States will be flown at half-staff at all Federal office buildings in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. I call on all Americans to participate in this observance with appropriate programs and activities and by renewing their efforts to prevent fires and their tragic consequences.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-first.
 

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in St. Louis County only, on Thursday, October 13, 2016 from sunrise until sunset in honor of Police Officer Blake Snyder.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset on Friday, September 30, 2016, as a mark of respect for the memory of Shimon Peres, former President and Prime Minister of Israel.

The White House

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release

September 28, 2016

Presidential Proclamation -- Death of Shimon Peres

DEATH OF SHIMON PERES 

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 

A PROCLAMATION 

As a mark of respect for the memory of Shimon Peres, former President and Prime Minister of Israel, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and on all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, on September 30, 2016. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations. 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-first. 

BARACK OBAMA 

In accordance with state law, Sec. 9.134 RSMo., the United States flag and the Missouri state flag shall be flown at half-staff on all government buildings statewide on Sunday, September 11, 2016, from sunrise until sunset in honor of the individuals who died as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. 

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in New Madrid County only, on Saturday, August 27, 2016 from sunrise until sunset in honor of Assistant Chief Todd Hartlein.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Livingston County only, on Thursday, July 28, 2016 from sunrise until sunset in honor of Firefighter Edward A. Cosgrove Jr. who died in the line of duty.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset on Friday, July 22, 2016, in honor of the victims of the attack in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.  

Presidential Proclamation -- Honoring the Victims of the attack in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE ATTACK IN BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the victims of the attack on police officers perpetrated on Sunday, July 17, 2016, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, July 22, 2016. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of July, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-first.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, in honor of the victims of the attack in Nice, France.  

Presidential Proclamation -- Honoring the Victims of the attack in Nice, France

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE ATTACK IN NICE, FRANCE

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 
A PROCLAMATION 

As a mark of respect for the victims of the attack perpetrated on July 14, 2016, in Nice, France, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, July 19, 2016. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of July, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-first.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset on Tuesday, July 12, 2016, in honor of the victims of the attack in Dallas, Texas. 

Presidential Proclamation -- Honoring the Victims of the attack in Dallas, Texas

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE ATTACK IN DALLAS, TEXAS

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 
A PROCLAMATION 

As a mark of respect for the victims of the attack on police officers perpetrated on Thursday, July 7, 2016, in Dallas, Texas, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, July 12, 2016. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations. 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of July, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-first. 

BARACK OBAMA 

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset, June 16, 2016, honoring the victims of the attack in Orlando, Florida.

Presidential Proclamation: Honoring the Victims of the attack in Orlando, Florida

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE ATTACK IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the victims of the act of hatred and terror perpetrated on Sunday, June 12, 2016, in Orlando, Florida, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, June 16, 2016. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of June, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fortieth.

BARACK OBAMA 

By order of the President of the United States, in accordance with Section 6 of the U. S. Flag Code, all flags at all State facilities are to be flown at half-staff on Monday, May 30, 2016 until noon that same day in recognition of Memorial Day.

In accordance with Missouri State Statute 9.120, all flags at State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide on Sunday, May 15, 2016 from sunrise to sunset to commemorate the sacrifices of the federal, state, county and municipal peace officers who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty. 

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices, in Cole County only, will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on April 20, 2016 as a mark of respect for Senator Carl M. Vogel.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Franklin and Gasconade counties only on April 12, 2016, from sunrise to sunset in honor of Missouri Department of Transportation employee, Lyndon D. Ebker who lost his life in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, the flag of the United States and the flag of Missouri shall be flown at half-staff at all government buildings in Laclede County, Missouri, on March 30, 2016, from sunrise to sunset as a mark of respect for the death of Senator John T. Russell.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset, March 26, 2016, honoring the victims of the attack in Brussels, Belgium.

Presidential Proclamation: Honoring the Victims of the attack in Brussels, Belgium

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE ATTACK IN BRUSSELS, BELGIUM

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

The American people stand with the people of Brussels. We will do whatever it takes, working with nations and peoples around the world, to bring the perpetrators of these attacks to justice, and to go after terrorists who threaten our people.

As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on March 22, 2016, in Brussels, Belgium, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, March 26, 2016. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fortieth.

BARACK OBAMA 

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, effective immediately until sunset on the day of interment, as a mark of respect for the memory of Nancy Reagan.

Presidential Proclamation: Death of Nancy Reagan

DEATH OF NANCY REAGAN

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the memory of Nancy Reagan, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, on the day of interment. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fortieth.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff in Jackson County only on Saturday, March 5, 2016 from sunrise until sunset as a mark of respect for former State Senator Mary Groves Bland.

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, on Saturday, February 20, 2016, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Captain Kevin T. Roche who died while serving his country.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in the City of St. Louis only, from sunrise Saturday, February 20, until sunset on Friday, February 26, in memory of Captain Kevin T. Roche. 

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff until sunset on the date of interment as a mark of respect for Antonin Scalia, Associate Judge of the United States.

Presidential Proclamation: Death of Antonion Scalia

DEATH OF ANTONIN SCALIA

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for Antonin Scalia, Associate Justice of the United States, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, including section 7 of title 4, United States Code, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and on all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, on the day of interment.  I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirteenth day of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fortieth.

BARACK OBAMA

In accordance with Missouri State Statutes, Section 9.110, flags at all state and government office buildings will be flown at half-staff on Monday, December 7, 2015, from sunrise to sunset.  All agencies of this state and all political subdivisions of this state shall fly the flag of the United States at half-staff each December seventh in honor of the individuals who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset, December 7, 2015, honoring the victims of the attack in San Bernardino, California. 

Presidential Proclamation -- Honoring the Victims of the Attack in San Bernardino, California

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE ATTACK IN SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the victims of gun violence perpetrated on December 2, 2015, in San Bernardino, California, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions through December 7, 2015.    I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third day of December, in the year of our Lord
two thousand fifteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fortieth.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset, November 19, 2015, honoring the victims of the attack in Paris, France. 
 

Presidential Proclamation -- Honoring the Victims of the Attack in Paris, France

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE ATTACK IN PARIS, FRANCE

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

The American people stand with the people of France. Friday's terror attacks were not just an attack on Paris; they were an attack on all humanity and the universal values we share, including the bonds of liberté, égalité, and fraternité. These values will endure far beyond any terrorists or their hateful vision. The United States and our allies do not give in to fear, nor will we be divided, nor will anyone change our way of life. We will do whatever it takes, working with nations and peoples around the world, to bring the perpetrators of these attacks to justice, and to go after terrorists who threaten our people.

As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on November 13, 2015, in Paris, France, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset November 19, 2015. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand fifteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fortieth.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff on Tuesday, October 20, 2015, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Lance Corporal Dominic E. Shraft who died while serving his country..

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Maries County only, from sunrise Tuesday, October 20, until sunset on Monday, October 26, 2015, in memory of Corporal Domic E. Shraft.

By order of the Governor, all flags at every fire station in the state of Missouri and the Fire Fighters Memorial in Kingdom City will be flown at half-staff, effective immediately, in honor of Firefighter Larry Leggio and Firefighter John Mesh who died in the line of duty on October 12th.  The order also includes all flags at all State and government offices in Jackson, Cass, Clay and Platte Counties. Flags will remain at half-staff through sunset on the date of interment for both firefighters. 

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, on Thursday, October 8, 2015 from sunrise until sunset as a mark of respect for former State Senator Harold L. Caskey.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset, October 6, 2015 honoring the victims of the tragedy in Roseburg, Oregon. 

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset on October 6, 2015, then returned to full staff.  For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full at sunset on October 6, 2015. 
 

Presidential Proclamation -- Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Rosenburg, Oregon

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN ROSEBURG, OREGON

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the victims of gun violence perpetrated on October 1, 2015, in Roseburg, Oregon, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, October 6, 2015. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand fifteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fortieth.

BARACK OBAMA

In accordance with state law, Sec. 9.134 RSMo., the United States flag and the Missouri state flag shall be flown at half-staff on all government buildings statewide on Friday, September 11, 2015, from sunrise until sunset in honor of the individuals who died as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. 

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide, on Friday, September 4, 2015, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Trooper James M. Bava who died in the line of duty.  All flags at all Missouri State Highway Patrol locations will continue to be flown at half-staff through sunset on Friday, September 4, 2015.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset, July 25, 2015, honoring the service member victims of the tragedy in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset on July 25, 2015, then returned to full staff.  For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full at sunset on July 25, 2015.

Presidential Proclamation -- Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Chattanooga, Tennessee

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

Our thoughts and prayers as a Nation are with the service members killed last week in Chattanooga.  We honor their service.  We offer our gratitude to the police officers and first responders who stopped the rampage and saved lives.  We draw strength from yet another American community that has come together with an unmistakable message to those who would try and do us harm:  We do not give in to fear.  You cannot divide us. And you will not change our way of life.

We ask God to watch over the fallen, the families, and their communities.  As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on July 16, 2015, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, July 25, 2015.  I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations. 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of July, in the year of our Lord two thousand fifteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fortieth.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the President of the United States, in accordance with Section 6 of the U. S. Flag Code, all flags at all State facilities are to be flown at half-staff on Monday, May 25, 2015 until noon that same day in recognition of Memorial Day.

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff for the morning of May 25, 2015 and returned to full staff at noon that same day.  For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full staff at noon. 

Presidential Proclamation - Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day, 2015

PRAYER FOR PEACE, MEMORIAL DAY, 2015

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

On Memorial Day, the United States pauses to honor the fallen heroes who died in service to our Nation.  With heavy hearts and a sense of profound gratitude, we mourn these women and men -- parents, children, loved ones, comrades-in-arms, friends, and all those known and unknown -- who believed so deeply in what our country could be they were willing to give their lives to protect its promise.  Our hearts ache in their absence, but their spirit gives us strength to continue their work of securing and renewing the liberties that all Americans cherish and for which these heroes gave their last full measure of devotion.

In solemn reflection, we gather -- in small towns and big cities, on battlefields, in cemeteries, and at sacred places where blood has been shed for freedom's cause -- throughout our country and around the world to remember the unbroken chain of patriots who won independence, saved our Union, defeated fascism, and protected the Nation we love from emerging threats in a changing world.  Today, their legacy is carried forward by a new generation of servicemen and women and all who strive to shape a more perfect America; and their enormous sacrifices continue to make our opportunity possible.

We owe all those who sacrifice in our name a tremendous debt, including our Nation's mothers and fathers who have given their daughters and sons to America, spouses and partners who shoulder the weight of unthinkable loss, and courageous children in whom the legacies of their parents live on.  As a Nation, we must uphold our obligations to these Gold Star families.  We have pledged to them that they will never walk alone -- that their country will be there for them always -- and we must work every day to make good on this promise.

Our Nation will never forget the valor and distinction of the women and men who defend freedom, justice, and peace.  Today, we rededicate ourselves to commitments equal to the caliber of those who have rendered the highest service:  to support our troops with the resources they need to do their jobs; to never stop searching for those who have gone missing or are prisoners of war; to ensure all our veterans have access to the care and benefits they have earned and deserve; and to continue our constant work of building a Nation worthy of the heroes we honor today.

In honor of all of our fallen service members, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 11, 1950, as amended (36 U.S.C. 116), has requested the President issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe each Memorial Day as a day of prayer for permanent peace and designating a period on that day when the people of the United States might unite in prayer.  The Congress, by Public Law 106-579, has also designated 3:00 p.m. local time on that day as a time for all Americans to observe, in their own way, the National Moment of Remembrance.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Memorial Day, May 25, 2015, as a day of prayer for permanent peace, and I designate the hour beginning in each locality at 11:00 a.m. of that day as a time during which people may unite in prayer. 

I also ask all Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance beginning at 3:00 p.m. local time on Memorial Day. I request the Governors of the United States and its Territories, and the appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff until noon on this Memorial Day on all buildings, grounds, and naval vessels throughout the United States and in all areas under its jurisdiction and control.  I also request the people of the United States to display the flag at half-staff from their homes for the customary forenoon period.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand fifteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-ninth.

BARACK OBAMA

In accordance with Missouri State Statute 9.120, all flags at State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide on Friday, May 15, 2015 from sunrise to sunset to commemorate the sacrifices of the federal, state, county and municipal peace officers who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty.

A link to the Missouri State Statute is available here.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in the St. Charles County only, on Friday, May 8, 2015, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Firefighter Larry W. Lawhorn who died in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, on Saturday, April 25, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Sergeant Rodney L. Griffin who died while serving his country in Vietnam.

Your office is responsible for distributing this information throughout your department for compliance with this order on April 25, 2015.  A copy of the Governor’s order is available here.

By order of the Governor, the flag of the United States and the flag of Missouri will be flown at half-staff at all government buildings in the City of Kirksville, Missouri, for one full day, on Friday, April 17, 2015, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Dr. Charles J. McClain.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Webster County only, on Wednesday, April 1, 2015, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Deputy Chief Edward Noland Jr. who died in the line of duty.

Effective immediately, by order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, from sunrise until sunset as a mark of respect for State Auditor, Thomas A. Schweich, who passed away today.  This order shall remain in effect until sunset on March 3, 2015. 

A copy of the Governor's order is available here.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Cass and Jackson Counties only, on Wednesday, January 14, 2015, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Battalion Chief Christopher Allen Tindall who died in the line of duty.

In accordance with Missouri State Statutes, Section 9.110, flags at all state and government office buildings will be flown at half-staff on Sunday, December 7, 2014, from sunrise to sunset.  All agencies of this state and all political subdivisions of this state shall fly the flag of the United States at half-staff each December seventh in honor of the individuals who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at full-staff, from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, November 11, 2014, in observance of Veteran’s day. 

Presidential Proclamation -- Veterans Day, 2014

VETERANS DAY, 2014
 
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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
 
A PROCLAMATION

Since the birth of our Nation, American patriots have stepped forward to serve our country and defend our way of life.  With honor and distinction, generations of servicemen and women have taken up arms to win our independence, preserve our Union, and secure our freedom.  From the Minutemen to our Post-9/11 Generation, these heroes have put their lives on the line so that we might live in a world that is safer, freer, and more just, and we owe them a profound debt of gratitude.  On Veterans Day, we salute the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen who have rendered the highest service any American can offer, and we rededicate ourselves to fulfilling our commitment to all those who serve in our name. 

Today, we are reminded of our solemn obligation:  to serve our veterans as well as they have served us.  As we continue our responsible drawdown from the war in Afghanistan and more members of our military return to civilian life, we must support their transition and make sure they have access to the resources and benefits they have earned.  My Administration is working to end the tragedy of homelessness among our veterans, and we are committed to providing them with quality health care, access to education, and the tools they need to find a rewarding career.  As a Nation, we must ensure that every veteran has the chance to share in the opportunity he or she has helped to defend.  Those who have served in our Armed Forces have the experience, skills, and dedication necessary to achieve success as members of our civilian workforce, and it is critical that we harness their talent.
 
Across our country, veterans who fought to protect our democracy around the globe are strengthening it here at home. Once leaders in the Armed Forces, they are now pioneers of industry and pillars of their communities.  Their character reflects our enduring American spirit, and in their example, we find inspiration and strength.
 
This day, and every day, we pay tribute to America's sons and daughters who have answered our country's call.  We recognize the sacrifice of those who have been part of the finest fighting force the world has ever known and the loved ones who stand beside them.  We will never forget the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice and all those who have not yet returned home.  As a grateful Nation, let us show our appreciation by honoring all our veterans and working to ensure the promise of America is within the reach of all who have protected it.
 
With respect for and in recognition of the contributions our service members have made to the cause of peace and freedom around the world, the Congress has provided (5 U.S.C. 6103(a)) that November 11 of each year shall be set aside as a legal public holiday to honor our Nation's veterans.
 
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim November 11, 2014, as Veterans Day.  I encourage all Americans to recognize the valor and sacrifice of our veterans through appropriate public ceremonies and private prayers.  I call upon Federal, State, and local officials to display the flag of the United States and to participate in patriotic activities in their communities. I call on all Americans, including civic and fraternal organizations, places of worship, schools, and communities to support this day with commemorative expressions and programs. 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand fourteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-ninth.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Cedar County only, on Thursday, November 6, 2014, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Deputy Sheriff Matthew Scott Chism who died in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Oregon County only, on Friday, October 24, 2014, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Fire Chief Eddie J. Johnson Jr. who died in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Maries County only, on Saturday, October 18, 2014, from sunrise until sunset as a mark of respect for the passing of James Joseph “Jim” Kleffner.

By order of the President of the United States, in accordance with Public Law 107-51, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, Sunday, October 12, 2014 from sunrise to sunset in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

Fires can take lives, devastate communities, and destroy our homes and businesses. They pose a threat to Americans across our Nation, and they cost us billions of dollars each year. As we mark Fire Prevention Week, we emphasize the importance of taking steps to prevent fires, and we recognize the selflessness of those who answer the call to fight these blazes, placing themselves in danger to help others.

All Americans can protect themselves by taking precautions to guard against fires. This week's theme, "Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month," reminds us of the importance of installing and maintaining smoke alarms in the places we live and work. Powerful and unpredictable, fire spreads rapidly and widely. That is why I encourage every American to develop and practice fire evacuation plans that will allow for swift exits from regularly visited places. It is our responsibility to teach our children about fire prevention and do everything we can to protect our loved ones during these emergencies. To learn more about fire safety, visit www.Ready.gov.

This year, our Nation has suffered tragic losses as wildfires ravage States across our country. As wildfires increase in frequency and intensity in a changing climate, fire prevention and planning only become more urgent. My Administration continues to take action to increase our Nation's preparedness and resiliency, and every person can do his or her part. Americans who live near woodlands should clear flammable vegetation away from homes and buildings, and everyone can be ready by making an emergency kit and discussing evacuation routes and emergency plans with their families.

We owe a great debt to our brave first responders and firefighters who run toward the scene of a disaster to fight fires. They are heroes who demonstrate courage, determination, and professionalism every day as they battle flames and smoke and teach their neighbors how to protect themselves. During Fire Prevention Week, we recognize our duty to be vigilant and take action to avert fires, and we remember the sacrifices of those who gave their lives so others might live.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States do hereby proclaim October 5 through October 11, 2014, as Fire Prevention Week. On Sunday, October 12, 2014, in accordance with Public Law 107-51, the flag of the United States will be flown at half-staff at all Federal office buildings in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. I call on all Americans to participate in this observance with appropriate programs and activities and by renewing their efforts to prevent fires and their tragic consequences.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand fourteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-ninth.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices, in Vernon, Bates and Cole counties, will be flown at half-staff, effective immediately and until September 25, 2014, the date of interment, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Representative Randy Pike.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide on September 25, 2014.

In accordance with state law, Sec. 9.134 RSMo., the United States flag and the Missouri state flag shall be flown at half-staff on all government buildings statewide on Thursday, September 11, 2014, from sunrise until sunset in honor of the individuals who died as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. 

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, effective immediately until sunset on Monday, December 9, 2013, as a mark of respect for the passing of former South African President, Nelson Mandela.

The White House

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release

December 05, 2013

Statement by the President on the Death of Nelson Mandela

James S. Brady Press Briefing Room

5:25 P.M. EST

THE PRESIDENT:  At his trial in 1964, Nelson Mandela closed his statement from the dock saying, “I have fought against white domination, and I have fought against black domination.  I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons live together in harmony and with equal opportunities.  It is an ideal which I hope to live for and to achieve.  But if needs be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die.”

And Nelson Mandela lived for that ideal, and he made it real.  He achieved more than could be expected of any man.  Today, he has gone home.  And we have lost one of the most influential, courageous, and profoundly good human beings that any of us will share time with on this Earth.  He no longer belongs to us -- he belongs to the ages.

Through his fierce dignity and unbending will to sacrifice his own freedom for the freedom of others, Madiba transformed South Africa -- and moved all of us.  His journey from a prisoner to a President embodied the promise that human beings -- and countries -- can change for the better.  His commitment to transfer power and reconcile with those who jailed him set an example that all humanity should aspire to, whether in the lives of nations or our own personal lives.  And the fact that he did it all with grace and good humor, and an ability to acknowledge his own imperfections, only makes the man that much more remarkable.  As he once said, “I am not a saint, unless you think of a saint as a sinner who keeps on trying.”

I am one of the countless millions who drew inspiration from Nelson Mandela's life.  My very first political action, the first thing I ever did that involved an issue or a policy or politics, was a protest against apartheid.  I studied his words and his writings.  The day that he was released from prison gave me a sense of what human beings can do when they’re guided by their hopes and not by their fears.  And like so many around the globe, I cannot fully imagine my own life without the example that Nelson Mandela set, and so long as I live I will do what I can to learn from him.

To Graça Machel and his family, Michelle and I extend our deepest sympathy and gratitude for sharing this extraordinary man with us.  His life’s work meant long days away from those who loved him the most.  And I only hope that the time spent with him these last few weeks brought peace and comfort to his family.

To the people of South Africa, we draw strength from the example of renewal, and reconciliation, and resilience that you made real.  A free South Africa at peace with itself -- that’s an example to the world, and that’s Madiba’s legacy to the nation he loved.

We will not likely see the likes of Nelson Mandela again.  So it falls to us as best we can to forward the example that he set:  to make decisions guided not by hate, but by love; to never discount the difference that one person can make; to strive for a future that is worthy of his sacrifice. 

For now, let us pause and give thanks for the fact that Nelson Mandela lived -- a man who took history in his hands, and bent the arc of the moral universe toward justice.  May God Bless his memory and keep him in peace.

In accordance with Missouri State Statutes, Section 9.110, flags at all state and government office buildings will be flown at half-staff on Saturday, December 7, 2013, from sunrise to sunset.  All agencies of this state and all political subdivisions of this state shall fly the flag of the United States at half-staff each December seventh in honor of the individuals who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, from sunrise to sunset on Friday, November 22, 2013, in remembrance of President John F. Kennedy.

For Immediate Release                                      November 21, 2013

DAY OF REMEMBRANCE FOR PRESIDENT JOHN F. KENNEDY

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

A half century ago, America mourned the loss of an extraordinary public servant. With broad vision and soaring but sober idealism, President John F. Kennedy had called a generation to service and summoned a Nation to greatness. Today, we honor his memory and celebrate his enduring imprint on American history.

In his 3 years as President of the United States, John F. Kennedy weathered some of the most perilous tests of the Cold War and led America to the cusp of a bright new age. His leadership through the Cuban Missile Crisis remains the standard for American diplomacy at its finest. In a divided Berlin, he delivered a stirring defense of freedom that would echo through the ages, yet he also knew that we must advance human rights here at home. During his final year in office, he proposed a civil rights bill that called for an end to segregation in America. And recognizing women's basic right to earn a living equal to their efforts, he signed the Equal Pay Act into law.

While President Kennedy's life was tragically cut short, his vision lives on in the generations he inspired -- volunteers who serve as ambassadors for peace in distant corners of the globe, scientists and engineers who reach for new heights in the face of impossible odds, innovators who set their sights on the new frontiers of our time. Today and in the decades to come, let us carry his legacy forward. Let us face today's tests by beckoning the spirit he embodied -- that fearless, resilient, uniquely American character that has always driven our Nation to defy the odds, write our own destiny, and make the world anew.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 22, 2013, as a Day of Remembrance for President John F. Kennedy. I call upon all Americans to honor his life and legacy with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. I also call upon Governors of the United States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, officials of the other territories subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, and appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff on the Day of Remembrance for President John F. Kennedy. I further encourage all Americans to display the flag at half-staff from their homes and businesses on that day.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand thirteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-eighth.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, on Monday, November 4, 2013 from sunrise until sunset as a mark of respect for Congressman Isaac “Ike” Newton Skelton IV.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset on Tuesday, October 29, 2013, as a mark of respect for Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Thomas S. Foley

Presidential Proclamation -- Death of Thomas S. Foley, Former Speaker of the House of Representatives

DEATH OF THOMAS S. FOLEY

FORMER SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the memory of Thomas S. Foley, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions on Tuesday, October 29, 2013. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff on that day at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand thirteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-eighth.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, on Saturday, October 26, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Sergeant Joseph M. Peters who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Greene County only, from sunrise Sunday, October 27, until sunset on Friday, November 1, in memory of Sergeant Joseph M. Peters. 

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset through Friday, September 20, 2013, in honor of the victims of the tragedy at the Washington Naval Yard. 

Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy at the Washington Navy Yard

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY AT THE WASHINGTON NAVY YARD

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on September 16, 2013, at the Washington Navy Yard, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, September 20, 2013. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand thirteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-eighth.

In accordance with state law, Sec. 9.134 RSMo., the United States flag and the Missouri state flag shall be flown at half-staff on all government buildings statewide on Wednesday, September 11, 2013, from sunrise until sunset in honor of the individuals who died as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Livingston County only, on Monday, September 9, 2013, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Assistant Fire Chief Joe Darr who died in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, on Thursday, September 5, 2013, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Private First Class Jonathon M.D. Hostetter who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Sullivan County only, from sunrise Thursday, September 5, until sunset on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 , in memory of Private First Class Jonathon M.D. Hostetter.

By order of the President of the United States, in accordance with Section 6 of the U. S. Flag Code, all flags at all State facilities are to be flown at half-staff on Monday, May 27, 2013 until noon that same day in recognition of Memorial Day.

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff for the morning of May 27, 2013 and returned to full staff at noon that same day.  For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full staff at noon.

Presidential Proclamation -- Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day, 2013

PRAYER FOR PEACE, MEMORIAL DAY, 2013

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

Since our Nation's earliest days, America has been blessed with an unbroken chain of patriots who have served our country with honor and distinction. From Concord to the Korengal, generations of brave warriors have fought for freedom across sand and snow, over mud and mountains, into lonely deserts and through crowded streets. Today, we pay tribute to those patriots who never came back -- who fought for a home to which they never returned, and died for a country whose gratitude they will always have.

Scripture teaches us that "greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." On Memorial Day, we remember those we have lost not only for what they fought for, but who they were: proud Americans, often far too young, guided by deep and abiding love for their families, for each other, and for this country. Our debt to them is one we can never fully repay. But we can honor their sacrifice and strive to be a Nation equal to their example. On this and every day, we must meet our obligations to families of the fallen; we must uphold our sacred trust with our veterans, our service members, and their loved ones.

Above all, we can honor those we have lost by living up to the ideals they died defending. It is our charge to preserve liberty, to advance justice, and to sow the seeds of peace. With courage and devotion worthy of the heroes we remember today, let us rededicate ourselves to those unending tasks, and prove once more that America's best days are still ahead. Let us pray the souls of those who died in war rest in eternal peace, and let us keep them and their families close in our hearts, now and forever.

In honor of all of our fallen service members, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 11, 1950, as amended (36 U.S.C. 116), has requested the President issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe each Memorial Day as a day of prayer for permanent peace and designating a period on that day when the people of the United States might unite in prayer. The Congress, by Public Law 106-579, has also designated 3:00 p.m. local time on that day as a time for all Americans to observe, in their own way, the National Moment of Remembrance.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Memorial Day, May 27, 2013, as a day of prayer for permanent peace, and I designate the hour beginning in each locality at 11:00 a.m. of that day as a time to unite in prayer. I also ask all Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance beginning at 3:00 p.m. local time on Memorial Day.

I request the Governors of the United States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff until noon on this Memorial Day on all buildings, grounds, and naval vessels throughout the United States and in all areas under its jurisdiction and control. I also request the people of the United States to display the flag at half-staff from their homes for the customary forenoon period.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand thirteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, on Saturday, May 25, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Sergeant First Class Trenton L. Rhea who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Clay County only, from sunrise Saturday, May 25, until sunset on Friday, May 31, in memory of Sergeant First Class Trenton L. Rhea. 

By order of the Governor, all flags of the United States and the flag of Missouri at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, on Saturday, May 11, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Specialist Charles P. McClure who died in the line of duty.

In accordance with Missouri State Statute 9.120, all flags at State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 from sunrise to sunset to commemorate the sacrifices of the federal, state, county and municipal peace officers who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, until sunset on Saturday, April 20, 2013, in honor of the victims of the tragedy in Boston, Massachusetts. 

Presidential Proclamation -- Honoring the victims of the tragedy in Boston, Massachusetts

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on April 15, 2013, in Boston, Massachusetts, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, April 20, 2013. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand thirteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Jackson and Lafayette Counties only, on Friday, April 12, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Assistant Chief Harold Hollingsworth  who died in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, all flags will be flown at half-staff for one full day at all Department of Corrections locations statewide and at all State and government offices in Boone County only on Friday, April 5, 2013, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Thomas (Tom) Lynn Clements.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of Senator Daniel K. Inouye, President pro tempore of the Senate.

Presidential Proclamation -- Death of Senator Daniel K. Inouye, President pro tempore of the Senate

DEATH OF SENATOR DANIEL K. INOUYE,
PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE OF THE SENATE

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the memory and longstanding service of Senator Daniel K. Inouye, President pro tempore of the Senate, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and consistent with President Nixon's Proclamation 3948, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on the day of his interment. I further direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Washington County only, on Wednesday, December 19, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Deputy Sheriff Christopher Parsons who died in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in the City of St. Louis only, on Tuesday, December 18, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Firefighter Jeffery Hudson Sr. who died in the line of duty.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, from sunrise to sunset through Tuesday, December 18, 2012, in honor of the victims of the tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut.

Presidential Proclamation -- Honoring the Victims of the Shooting in Newtown, Connecticut

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN NEWTOWN, CONNECTICUT

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on December 14, 2012, in Newtown, Connecticut, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, December 18, 2012. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Daviess County only, on Thursday, December 13, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Fire Chief Eddy Wayne Meador who died in the line of duty.

In accordance with Missouri State Statutes, Section 9.110, flags at all state and government office buildings will be flown at half-staff on Friday, December 7, 2012, from sunrise to sunset. All agencies of this state and all political subdivisions of this state shall fly the flag of the United States at half-staff each December seventh in honor of the individuals who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, from sunrise to sunset October 16, 2012 for the interment of Arlen Specter.

Presidential Proclamation -- Death of Arlen Specter

DEATH OF ARLEN SPECTER

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the memory of Arlen Specter, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, that on the day of his interment, the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on such day. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices in Jackson County only, will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, September 29, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Clifton J. Scott who died while serving the citizens of Missouri.

By order of the President of the United States, effective immediately, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, from sunrise to sunset through Sunday, September 16, 2012, in honor of the victims of the attack in Benghazi, Libya.

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE ATTACK IN BENGHAZI, LIBYA

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the memory of John Christopher Stevens, United States Ambassador to Libya, and American personnel killed in the senseless attack on our diplomatic facility in Benghazi, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, September 16, 2012. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, from sunrise to sunset on Friday, September 14, 2012, for the interment for Neil Armstrong. .

DEATH OF NEIL ARMSTRONG

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the memory of Neil Armstrong, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that on the day of his interment, the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on such day. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day of August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh.

BARACK OBAMA

In accordance with state law, Sec. 9.134 RSMo., the United States flag and the Missouri state flag shall be flown at half-staff on all government buildings statewide on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in honor of the individuals who died as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001.

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, from sunrise to sunset on Friday, August 31, 2012, in honor of Neil Armstrong.

DEATH OF NEIL ARMSTRONG

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the memory of Neil Armstrong, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that on the day of his interment, the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on such day. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day of August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, effective immediately until sunset on Friday, August 10, 2012, in honor of the victims of the tragedy in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.

HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN OAK CREEK, WISCONSIN

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on August 5, 2012, in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, August 10, 2012. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixth day of August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Wednesday, August 1, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Chief Petty Officer Sean Patrick Sullivan who died while serving his country in Oman.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in St. Louis County only, from sunrise on Wednesday, August 1, 2012, until sunset on Tuesday, August 7, 2012, in memory of Chief Petty Officer Sean Patrick Sullivan.

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, effective immediately until sunset on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, in honor of the victims of the tragedy in Aurora, Colorado.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, July 21, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Specialist Sterling William Wyatt who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Boone County only, from sunrise on Saturday, July 21, 2012, until sunset on Friday, July 27, 2012, in memory of Specialist Sterling William Wyatt.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Thursday, July 12, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Staff Sergeant Robert J. Traxel who died while serving his country in Guatemala.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Franklin County only, from sunrise on Thursday, July 12, 2012, until sunset on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 in memory of Staff Sergeant Robert J. Traxel.

By order of the President of the United States, in accordance with Section 6 of the U. S. Flag Code, all flags at all State facilities are to be flown at half-staff on Monday, May 28, 2012 until noon that same day in recognition of Memorial Day.

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff for the morning of May 28, 2012 and returned to full staff at noon that same day. For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full staff at noon.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Friday, May 25, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Private First Class Richard Lewis McNulty III who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Phelps County only, from sunrise on Friday, May 25, 2012, until sunset on Sunday, May 27, 2012 and again from sunrise on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 to sunset on Friday, June 1, 2012 in memory of Private First Class Richard Lewis McNulty III.

In accordance with Missouri State Statute 9.120, all flags at State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 from sunrise to sunset to commemorate the sacrifices of the federal, state, county and municipal peace officers who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Wednesday, April 18, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Specialist Jeffrey Lee White Jr. who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Franklin County only, from sunrise on Wednesday, April 18, 2012, until sunset on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 in memory of Specialist Jeffrey Lee White Jr..

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, April 14, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Staff Sergeant Tyler James Smith who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Texas County only, from sunrise on Saturday, April 14, 2012, until sunset on Friday, April 20, 2012 in memory of Staff Sergeant Tyler James Smith.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in St. Charles and Lincoln Counties only, on Monday, February 6, 2012, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Firefighter Douglas D. "Doug"Haase, Sr. who died in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in St. Francois County only, on Thursday, December 8, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Chief Jerry Hicks who died in the line of duty.

In accordance with Missouri State Statutes, Section 9.110, flags at all state and government office buildings will be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, December 7, 2011, from sunrise to sunset. All agencies of this state and all political subdivisions of this state shall fly the flag of the United States at half-staff each December seventh in honor of the individuals who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, November 26, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Specialist James Roland Burnett, Jr. who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Wayne County only, from sunrise on Sunday, November 27, 2011, until sunset on Friday, December 02, 2011 in memory of Specialist James Roland Burnett, Jr..

By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at full-staff, from sunrise to sunset on Friday, November 11, 2011, in observance of Veteran’s day.

Presidential Proclamation -- Veterans Day, 2011

VETERANS DAY, 2011

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

Today, our Nation comes together to honor our veterans and commemorate the legacy of profound service and sacrifice they have upheld in pursuit of a more perfect Union. Through their steadfast defense of America's ideals, our service members have ensured our country still stands strong, our founding principles still shine, and nations around the world know the blessings of freedom. As we offer our sincere appreciation and respect to our veterans, to their families, to those who are still in harm's way, and to those we have laid to rest, let us rededicate ourselves to serving them as well as they have served the United States of America.

Our men and women in uniform are bearers of a proud military tradition that has been dutifully passed forward -- from generation to generation -- for more than two centuries. In times of war and peace alike, our veterans have served with courage and distinction in the face of tremendous adversity, demonstrating an unfaltering commitment to America and our people. Many have made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve the country they loved. The selflessness of our service members is unmatched, and they remind us that there are few things more fundamentally American than doing our utmost to make a difference in the lives of others.

Just as our veterans stood watch on freedom's frontier, so have they safeguarded the prosperity of our Nation in our neighborhoods, our businesses, and our homes. As teachers and engineers, doctors and parents, these patriots have made contributions to civilian life that serve as a testament to their dedication to the welfare of our country. We owe them a debt of honor, and it is our moral obligation to ensure they receive our support for as long as they live as proud veterans of the United States Armed Forces. This year, as our troops in Iraq complete their mission, we will honor them and all who serve by working tirelessly to give them the care, the benefits, and the opportunities they have earned.

On Veterans Day, we pay tribute to our veterans, to the fallen, and to their families. To honor their contributions to our Nation, let us strive with renewed determination to keep the promises we have made to all who have answered our country's call. As we fulfill our obligations to them, we keep faith with the patriots who have risked their lives to preserve our Union, and with the ideals of service and sacrifice upon which our Republic was founded.

With respect for and in recognition of the contributions our service members have made to the cause of peace and freedom around the world, the Congress has provided (5 U.S.C. 6103(a)) that November 11 of each year shall be set aside as a legal public holiday to honor our Nation's veterans.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim November 11, 2011, as Veterans Day. I encourage all Americans to recognize the valor and sacrifice of our veterans through appropriate public ceremonies and private prayers. I call upon Federal, State, and local officials to display the flag of the United States and to participate in patriotic activities in their communities. I call on all Americans, including civic and fraternal organizations, places of worship, schools, and communities to support this day with commemorative expressions and programs.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand eleven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-sixth.

BARACK OBAMA

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Thursday, November 10, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of First Sergeant Billy Joe Siercks who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Benton County only, from sunrise on Saturday, November 12, 2011, until sunset on Thursday, November 17, in memory of First Sergeant Billy Joe Siercks.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Boone County only, on Thursday, September 29, 2011, from sunrise until sunset as a mark of respect for the death of Dr. Edward H. Robb, Presiding Commissioner of Boone County.

In accordance with state law, Sec. 9.134 RSMo, the United States flag and the Missouri state flag shall be flown at half-staff on all government buildings statewide on Sunday, September 11, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in honor of the individuals who died as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001.

If you do not have staff available on Sunday, September 11, 2011 to accommodate the lowering of flags, please ensure that all flags are removed prior to sunrise on September 11, 2011.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Randolph County only, on Thursday, September 8, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Firefighter Henry “Jay” Branscum who died in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Pemiscot County only on Saturday, August 20, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Police Officer Evan D. Burns who died in the line of duty, serving the citizens of Caruthersville.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Friday, August 19, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Chief Warrant Officer 2 Bryan J. Nichols who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Jackson County only, from sunrise on Friday, August 19, 2011, until sunset on Thursday, August 25, in memory of Chief Warrant Officer 2 Bryan J. Nichols.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Wednesday, August 17, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Special Warfare Operator Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Matthew D. Mason who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Clay County only, from sunrise on Wednesday, August 17, 2011, until sunset on Tuesday, August 23, in memory of Chief Petty Officer Matthew D. Mason.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Tuesday, August 2, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Specialist Jordan House who died serving the citizens of Missouri while performing emergency duty service as a member of the Missouri National Guard.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Jackson County only, from sunrise on Tuesday, August 2, 2011, until sunset on Monday, August 8, 2011, in memory of Specialist Jordan House.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Thursday, June 30, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Staff Sergeant Edward F. Dixon III who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Jasper County only, from sunrise on Tuesday, July 5, 2011, until sunset on Sunday, July 10, 2011, in memory of Staff Sergeant Edward F. Dixon III.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Platte County only, from Monday, June 27, 2011, until dusk on Sunday, July 3, 2011 in memory of Staff Sergeant Jeremy A. Katzenberger who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Monday, June 27, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Staff Sergeant Jeremy A. Katzenberger.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Ozark County only, from Monday, June 20, 2011, until dusk on Sunday, June 26, 2011 in memory of Private First Class Matthew Joseph England who died while serving his country in Iraq.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Monday, June 20, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Private First Class Matthew Joseph England.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide on Wednesday, June 8, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in honor of Master Patrolman Jefferson “Jeff” Taylor who died in the line of duty, serving the citizens of Joplin.

By order of the President of the United States, in accordance with Section 6 of the U. S. Flag Code, all flags at all State facilities are to be flown at half-staff on Monday, May 30, 2011 until noon that same day in recognition of Memorial Day.

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff for the morning of May 30, 2011 and returned to full staff at noon that same day. For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full staff at noon.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide on Sunday, May 29, 2011, from sunrise until sunset as a show of solemn respect for the families and communities impacted by the Joplin tornado.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Phelps County only, from Tuesday, May 31, 2011, until dusk on Monday, June 6, 2011 in memory of Specialist Bradley Louis Melton who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Tuesday, May 31, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Specialist Bradley Louis Melton.

In accordance with Missouri State Statute 9.120, all flags at State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide on Sunday, May 15, 2011 from sunrise to sunset to commemorate the sacrifices of the federal, state, county and municipal peace officers who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Johnson County only, from Friday, April 29, 2011, until dusk on Thursday, May 5, 2011 in memory of Specialist Joseph B. Cemper who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Friday, April 29, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Specialist Joseph B. Cemper.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, statewide from dawn to dusk on Tuesday March 15, 2011, in memory ofFirst World War Veteran, Frank W. Buckles.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Barry County only, from Saturday, March 12, 2011, until dusk on Friday, March 18, 2011 in memory of Specialist Christopher G. Stark, who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, March 12, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Specialist Christopher G. Stark.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Harrison and Vernon counties only, from Wednesday March 2, 2011, until dusk on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 in memory of First World War Veteran, Frank W. Buckles.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at the World War I Museum in Kansas City will be flown at half-staff from March 2, 2011 through March 8, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of First World War Veteran, Frank W. Buckles.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Webster County only, from Sunday, January 16, 2011, until dusk on Saturday, January 22, 2011 in memory of Sergeant First Class Robert Wayne Pharris, who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Sunday, January 16, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Sergeant First Class Robert Wayne Pharris.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Jackson County only, from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, January 13, 2011, in memory of Firefighter Richard Paul, who died in the line of duty.

By order of the President of the United states, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, effective immediately, untilsunset on Friday, January 14, 2011, in honor of thevictims of the tragedy in Tucson, Arizona.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Sainte Genevieve County only, from Monday, January 10, 2011, until dusk on Sunday, January 16, 2011, in memory of Sergeant Michael J. Beckerman, who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Monday, January 10, 2011, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Sergeant Michael J. Beckerman.

In accordance with Missouri State Statutes, Section 9.110, flags at all state and government office buildings will be flown at half-staff on Tuesday, December 7, 2010, from sunrise to sunset. All agencies of this state and all political subdivisions of this state shall fly the flag of the United States at half-staff each December seventh in honor of the individuals who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Tuesday, November 23, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Corporal Jacob R. Carver.

Your office is responsible for distributing this information throughout your department for compliance with this order statewide on November 11, 2010. Following is the proclamation from the President.

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION

On Veterans Day, we come together to pay tribute to the men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces. Americans across this land commemorate the patriots who have risked their lives to preserve the liberty of our Nation, the families who support them, and the heroes no longer with us. It is not our weapons or our technology that make us the most advanced military in the world; it is the unparalleled spirit, skill, and devotion of our troops. As we honor our veterans with ceremonies on this day, let our actions strengthen the bond between a Nation and her warriors.
In an unbroken line of valor stretching across more than two centuries, our veterans have charged into harm's way, sometimes making the ultimate sacrifice, to protect the freedoms that have blessed America. Whether Active Duty, Reserve, or National Guard, they are our Nation's finest citizens, and they have shown the heights to which Americans can rise when asked and inspired to do so. Our courageous troops in Iraq, Afghanistan, and around the globe have earned their place alongside previous generations of great Americans, serving selflessly, tour after tour, in conflicts spanning nearly a decade.
Long after leaving the uniform behind, many veterans continue to serve our country as public servants and mentors, parents and community leaders. They have added proud chapters to the story of America, not only on the battlefield, but also in communities from coast to coast. They have built and shaped our Nation, and it is our solemn promise to support our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen as they return to their homes and families.
America's sons and daughters have not watched over her shores or her citizens for public recognition, fanfare, or parades. They have preserved our way of life with unwavering patriotism and quiet courage, and ours is a debt of honor to care for them and their families. These obligations do not end after their time of service, and we must fulfill our sacred trust to care for our veterans after they retire their uniforms.
As a grateful Nation, we are humbled by the sacrifices rendered by our service members and their families out of the deepest sense of service and love of country. On Veterans Day,let us remember our solemn obligations to our veterans, and recommit to upholding the enduring principles that our country lives for, and that our fellow citizens have fought and died for.
With respect for and in recognition of the contributions our service men and women have made to the cause of peace and freedom around the world, the Congress has provided (5 U.S.C. 6103(a)) that November 11 of each year shall be set aside as a legal public holiday to honor our Nation's veterans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim November 11, 2010, as Veterans Day. I encourage all Americans to recognize the valor and sacrifice of our veterans through appropriate public ceremonies and private prayers. I call upon Federal, State, and local officials to display the flag of the United States and to participate in patriotic activities in their communities. I call on all Americans, including civic and fraternal organizations, places of worship, schools, and communities to support this day with commemorative expressions and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand ten, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-fifth.
BARACK OBAMA
 

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Platte County only, from Saturday, November 6, 2010, until dusk on Friday, November 12, 2010, in memory of Sergeant First Class Charles M. Sadell, who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, November 6, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Sergeant First Class Charles M. Sadell.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Saline County only, from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, October 28, 2010, in memory of Firefighter Randall Scott Davenport, who died in the line of duty.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Barton County only, from Saturday, October 30, 2010, until dusk on Friday, November 5, 2010, in memory of Specialist Dylan T. Reid, who died while serving his country in Iraq.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, October 30, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Specialist Dylan T. Reid.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in St. Charles County only, from Thursday, October 21, 2010, until dusk on Wednesday, October 27, 2010, in memory of Lance Corporal Phillip D. Vinnedge, who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Thursday, October 21, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Lance Corporal Phillip D. Vinnedge.

Also, by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings, statewide, shall be flown at half-staff for one full day on October 20, 2010, from sunrise to sunset in memory of Sergeant Joseph G. Schuengel.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, October 2, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Petty Officer 2nd Class Adam Olin Smith.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Jefferson County only, from Friday, September 10, 2010, until dusk on Thursday, September 16, 2010, in memory of Staff Sergeant James R. Ide V, who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Friday, September 10, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Staff Sergeant James R. Ide V.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Monday, July 26, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Sergeant Zachary M. Fisher.

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Clay County only, from Sunday, July 25, 2010, until dusk on Friday, July 30, 2010, in memory of Staff Sergeant Shaun M. Mittler, who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, July 24, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Staff Sergeant Shaun M. Mittler.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Monday, July 19, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Sergeant R. Wayne Crow.

The White House

Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
June 30, 2010
Presidential Proclamation--Passing of Robert Byrd

As a mark of respect for the memory and longstanding service of Senator Robert C. Byrd, President pro tempore of the Senate, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on the day of his interment. I further direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

I also direct, that in honor and tribute to this great patriot, that the flag of the United States shall be displayed at full-staff at the White House and on all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and Naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions on Independence Day, July 4, 2010. I further direct that on that same date, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at full-staff at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of June, in the year of our Lord two thousand ten, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-fourth.

BARACK OBAMA

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Friday, June 25, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Corporal Michael C. Bailey.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Tuesday, June 15, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Corporal Donald M. Marler.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Monday, May 31, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Specialist Jason D. Fingar.

By order of the Governor, in accordance with Section 6 of the U. S. Flag Code, all flags at all State facilities are to be flown at half-staff on Monday, May 31, until noon that same day in recognition of Memorial Day.

For locations that display illuminated flags that remain up at all times, these flags need to be lowered to half-staff for the morning of May 31 and returned to full staff at noon that same day. For flag locations at which the flags are not illuminated or for other reasons are raised and lowered each day, the flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position, and returned to full staff at noon.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, May 22, 2010, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Sergeant Denis D. Kisseloff.

In accordance with Missouri State Statutes, Section 9.110, flags at all state and government office buildings will be flown at half-staff on Monday, December 7, 2009, from sunrise to sunset. All agencies of this state and all political subdivisions of this state shall fly the flag of the United States at half-staff each December seventh in honor of the individuals who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices in Clay County, Missouri, will be flown at half-staff from Wednesday, December 2, 2009, to Sunday, December 7, 2009, from sunrise to sunset, in memory of Lance Corporal Nicholas J Hand.

November 30, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff statewide for one full day on Monday, November 30, 2009, from sunrise until sunset, in memory of Staff Sergeant John J. Cleaver, who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices in Jasper County, Missouri, will be flown at half-staff from Tuesday, December 1, 2009, to Sunday, December 6, 2009, from sunrise to sunset, in memory of Staff Sergeant John J. Cleaver.

November 5, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Dunklin County, Missouri only, from Friday, November 6, 2009, until dusk on Thursday, November 12, 2009 in memory of Specialist Robert K. Charlton, who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Friday, November 6, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Specialist Robert K. Charlton.

November 4, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Platte County only, from Thursday, November 5, 2009, until dusk on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 in memory of Major David L. Audo, who died while serving his country in Iraq.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Thursday, November 5, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Major David L. Audo.

November 3, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Clinton, County only, from Wednesday, November 4, 2009, until dusk on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 in memory of Sergeant Issac Jackson., who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Sergeant Issac B. Jackson.

September 09, 2009

In accordance with state law, Sec. 9.134 RSMo, the United States flag and the Missouri state flag shall be flown at half-staff on all government buildings statewide on Friday, September 11, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in honor of the individuals who died as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001.

September 04, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Grundy County only, from Tuesday, September 8, 2009, until dusk on Monday, September 14, 2009 in memory of Sergeant First Class Ronald W. Sawyer, who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Tuesday, September 8, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Sergeant First Class Ronald W. Sawyer.

August 31, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Wright County only, from Monday, August 31, 2009, until dusk on Sunday, September 6, 2009 in memory of Private First Class Jonathan C. Yanney, who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Monday, August 31, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Private First Class Jonathan C. Yanney.

August 28, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Franklin County only, from Saturday, August 29, 2009, until dusk on Friday, September 4, 2009 in memory of Sergeant First Class William Brian Woods Jr., who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, August 29, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Sergeant First Class William Brian Woods Jr.

August 28, 2009

Services for Senator Edward M. Kennedy will take place on Saturday, August 29, 2009. Pursuant to the President’s order, all flags shall be flown at half-staff until sunset on August 30, 2009.

August 27, 2009

By order of the President of the United States, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff effective immediately, in memory of Senator Edward M. Kennedy. Flags are to be flown at half-staff through sunset on August 30, 2009, and until sunset on the day of his interment.

August 20, 2009

Please be aware the proclamation for former Governor Warren Hearnes extends through sunset on Friday, August 21, 2009.

As a reminder, all Lincoln County flags should remain at half-staff through Saturday, August 22, 2009 in honor of Lance Cpl. Patrick W. Schimmel, per order of the Governor on August 14, 2009.

August 17, 2009

By order of the Governor dated August 17, 2009, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff effective immediately, in memory of former Governor Warren Eastman Hearnes, who passed away Sunday evening. Flags are to be flown at half-staff through sunset on the date of interment.

August 14, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Lincoln County only, from Sunday, August 16, 2009, until dusk on Saturday, August 22, 2009 in memory of Lance Corporal Patrick W. Schimmel who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Sunday, August 16, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Lance Corporal Patrick W. Schimmel.

July 16, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Warren County only, from Sunday, July 19, 2009, until dusk on Friday, July 24, 2009 in memory of Private First Class Lucas M. Bregg who died while serving his country in Baghdad, Iraq.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, July 18, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Private First Class Lucas M. Bregg.

June 18, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Franklin County only, from Saturday, June 20, 2009, until dusk on Friday, June 26, 2009 in memory of Chief Warrant Officer 2 Ricky Linn Richardson Jr. who died while serving his country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, June 20, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Chief Warrant Officer 2 Ricky Linn Richardson Jr.

May 29, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Jasper County only, from Sunday, May 31, 2009, until dusk on Saturday, June 6, 2009 in memory of Staff Sergeant Paul Brooks who died while serving his country in Iraq.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Saturday, June 6, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Staff Sergeant Paul Brooks.

May 22, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in St. Louis County only, from Monday, May 25, 2009, until dusk on Sunday, May 31, 2009 in memory of First Lt. Roslyn Schulte who died while serving her country in Afghanistan.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Monday, May 25, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of First Lt. Roslyn Schulte.

May 21, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State facilities are to be flown at half staff on Monday, May 26, until noon in recognition of Memorial Day.

May 18, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in Dent County only, from Monday, May 18, 2009, until dusk on Friday, May 22, 2009 in memory of Army Specialist Jacob D. Barton who died while serving his country in Iraq.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff for one full day on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Specialist Jacob D. Barton

April 14, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State facilities and government offices will be flown at half-staff, in St. Louis County only, on Tuesday, April 14, 2009, until dusk on Monday, April 20, 2009 in memory of Sergeant Edward W. Forrest Jr. who died while serving his country in Iraq.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all government buildings statewide will be flown at half-staff on Monday, April 20, 2009, all day, from sunrise until sunset in memory of Sergeant Edward W. Forrest Jr.

March 19, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State facilities will be flown at half-staff, in Lafayette County only, on Friday, March 20, 2009, until dusk in honor of Firefighter Lt. William Roger Vorwark of the Odessa Fire Rescue Protection District who was killed in the line of duty on March 14, 2009.
 

February 2, 2009

By order of the Governor, all flags at all State facilities and government buildings in the counties of Dekalb and Clinton will be flown at half-staff from February 1 to February 6 in the memory of Chief Warrant Officer Matthew Gene Kelly who died while serving his country in Iraq.

Also by order of the Governor, all flags at all State facilities and government buildings will be flown at half-staff STATEWIDE on February 7 all day from sunrise to sunset in memory of Chief Warrant Officer Matthew Gene Kelly.