Why Iowa Flags Were Lowered
In honor and remembrance of U.S. Air Force Maj. Brad Hovey
When the Iowa 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 Iowa Half-Staff Order Applied
Iowa 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
*OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR* *Governor Kim Reynolds *★ *Lt. Governor Chris Cournoyer* FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, July 9, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT: Heather Nahas, (515) 415-8303, [email protected] *Gov. Reynolds orders flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of U.S. Air Force Maj. Brad Hovey* DES MOINES— Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered flags in Iowa lowered to half-staff at sunrise on Friday, July 10, until sunset on Friday, July 17, 2026, in honor and remembrance of Iowa native, U.S. Air Force Maj. Brad Hovey. Maj. Hovey was a pilot with the 419th Flight Test Squadron at Edwards Air Force Base in California. He was killed during a B-52 flight test mission on June 15, 2026. "Maj. Brad Hovey lived and served with honor and distinction, and we are forever grateful for his service,” said Governor Kim Reynolds. “My family’s prayers remain with Maj. Hovey’s wife and children, parents, brothers, and in-laws, as they prepare to lay their loved one to rest. As a state, we grieve his loss together, and we stand united in our support of his family.” Flags will be flown at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be at half-staff on all public buildings, grounds and facilities throughout the state. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect. # # # Stay Connected with the Office of the Governor of Iowa: Facebook [ https://www.facebook.com/IAGovernor?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] Twitter [ https://twitter.com/IAGovernor?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] RSS Feed [ https://governor.iowa.gov/feed.xml?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] [ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmISFMoFOM6fo6PeXdHxGDg?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] Govdelivery [ http://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/IACIO/subscriber/new?qsp=IACIO_20 ] Manage Subscriptions [ https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/IACIO/subscriber/edit?preferences=true#tab1 ] | Help [ https://subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com/ ] ________________________________________________________________________ This email was sent to [email protected] using Granicus Communications Cloud on behalf of: State of Iowa · 1007 E Grand Ave · Des Moines, IA 50319 GovDelivery logo [ https://granicus.com/solution/digital-communication-engagem
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Iowa Half-Staff Order Questions
Is the Honoring Maj. Brad Hovey order still active?
This record is marked ongoing. Its stored effective period begins July 10, 2026 and ends July 17, 2026. Check the current status page before changing a flag.
Does this Iowa 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.