Why Idaho Flags Were Lowered
In honor of Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam.
When the Idaho 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 Idaho Half-Staff Order Applied
Facilities and locations specified in the official notice
- 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
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
Gov. Little orders lowering of flags to honor Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam. Boise, Idaho - Governor Brad Little ordered the lowering of U.S. and State of Idaho flags "immediately until sunrise on Monday, March 23 at the Capitol building and state buildings in Canyon County" to honor the life and service of Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam who died tragically during a medical emergency at a townhall meeting Wednesday. "We are heartbroken over the sudden passing of Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam. Rick served with a genuine heart for public service and an unwavering commitment to the people of Nampa. He cared deeply about his community and worked every day to make it stronger and better for those he served. During this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with his family, city staff, and the entire Nampa community as they grieve this tremendous loss," Governor Little said.
The linked government page remains the authoritative version.
Idaho Half-Staff Order Questions
Is the Honoring Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam order still active?
This record is marked ended. Its stored effective period begins March 19, 2026 and ends March 23, 2026. Check the current status page before changing a flag.
Does this Idaho 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.