Why Colorado Flags Were Lowered
In honor of Ben Nighthorse Campbell.
When the Colorado Half-Staff Order Began and Ended
Use the exact end boundary above. A flag may return to full-staff at sunset, noon, a stated clock time, or another named event. If the end is not confirmed, open the source before acting.
Where the Colorado Half-Staff Order Applied
Colorado statewide as specified in the order
- Facilities
- State
- U.S. flag
- Affected
- State flag
- Not stated
- Private display
- Not stated
What This Half-Staff Order Means for Flag Owners
Follow the Locations Named in This Order
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Return Flags to Full-Staff at the Stated Time
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Check for a Newer Half-Staff Order
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Official Source and Evidence for This Half-Staff Order
Governor Polis Orders Flag to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Former Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell on Day of Memorial DENVER — Today, Governor Jared Polis announced that flags will be lowered to half-staff on all public buildings statewide from sunrise to sunset on Monday, April 13, 2026, to honor the former United States Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell on the day of his memorial. “Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell served in uniform, in the Colorado state house, the U.S House of Representatives, the United States Senate, and on the 1964 Olympics judo team, representing Colorado with compassion and devotion. His commitment to addressing the issues that Coloradans care most about through bipartisanship and his leadership to strengthen tribal relations made Colorado and the nation stronger,” said Governor Polis. Governor Polis previously announced that flags would be lowered on the day of the service to mark the Senator’s passing. In that initial announcement, Governor Polis reflected on Senator Campbell’s legacy as a public servant, veteran, and Olympic athlete, noting that his contributions leave a lasting legacy to the state and nation. The public memorial service is scheduled to take place on April 13, 2026 at the Sky Ute Event Center in Ignacio, beginning at 1 pm.
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Colorado Half-Staff Order Questions
Is the Honoring Ben Nighthorse Campbell order still active?
This record is marked ended. Its stored effective period begins April 13, 2026 and ends April 13, 2026. Check the current status page before changing a flag.
Does this Colorado half-staff order apply to homes and businesses?
Only if the notice says so. Government orders usually direct named public facilities and may separately invite private citizens, businesses, and organizations to participate. Check “Private display” in the scope above and read the source when it is not stated.
Which flags and locations did this order cover?
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Where can I verify this half-staff order?
Use the official-source link on this page. The government notice remains authoritative if it differs from this normalized record.