Why Arizona Flags Were Lowered
In honor of Fallen Firefighters and Peace Officers.
When the Arizona 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 Arizona Half-Staff Order Applied
Arizona statewide as specified in the order
- Facilities
- State
- U.S. flag
- Affected
- State flag
- Not stated
- Private display
- Advisory
What This Half-Staff Order Means for Flag Owners
Follow the Locations Named in This Order
An order can cover federal property, all state facilities, one building, or another named place. Do not expand a limited order beyond the stored scope.
Return Flags to Full-Staff at the Stated Time
Use the end date and boundary above. Before raising the flag, confirm that a newer federal or state half-staff order has not taken effect.
Check for a Newer Half-Staff Order
This detail page preserves one directive. It does not make an old order current, so use today’s status page for the latest operational answer.
Official Source and Evidence for This Half-Staff Order
HALF-STAFF NOTIFICATION Gov. Hobbs Orders Flags to Half-Staff May 3 and 4 National Firefighters Memorial Day and Arizona Peace Officers Memorial Day recognized Governor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from on Sunday, May 3, in honor of National Firefighters Memorial Day, and Monday, May 4, in honor of Arizona Peace Officers Memorial Day. Governor Hobbs issued the following statement: “We’ve experienced tragic losses in the firefighter and peace officer communities, and I know Arizonans will join me in remembering and honoring all of the heroes who died in the line of duty. We will never forget the courage and service of the men and women we’ve lost in Arizona, and we mourn alongside their families, friends, and all who loved them.” Learn more about services planned from the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation ( https://www.firehero.org/events/memorial-weekend/memorial-weekend-coverage/arizona/ ) this weekend. Learn more about the Arizona Peace Officers Memorial Day ( https://www.azag.gov/criminal/law-enforcement/pomb ) ceremony planned for May 4. Individuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in these tributes. For more information on half-staff orders in Arizona or to sign up for notifications, visit az.gov/half-staff-notices ( https://az.gov/half-staff-notices ). To sign up for half-staff notifications, join our distribution list here ( https://az.gov/half-staff-notices ).
The linked government page remains the authoritative version.
Arizona Half-Staff Order Questions
Is the Honoring Fallen Firefighters and Peace Officers order still active?
This record is marked ended. Its stored effective period begins May 3, 2026 and ends May 4, 2026. Check the current status page before changing a flag.
Does this Arizona 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?
Use the scope cards above. They separate the facility type, geographic area, U.S. flag, state flag, and private-display guidance retained from the notice.
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.