Why Minnesota Flags Were Lowered
In honor of Senator Lindsey Graham.
When the Minnesota 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 Minnesota Half-Staff Order Applied
Minnesota statewide as specified in the order
- Facilities
- State
- U.S. flag
- Affected
- State flag
- Affected
- 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
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 13, 2026 Contact: Maren Stewart [email protected] <[email protected]> 612-594-1721 Governor Walz Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Senator Lindsey Graham [ST. PAUL, MN] – In accordance with a proclamation issued by President Donald Trump, Governor Tim Walz has ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately and until sunset on Saturday, July 18, 2026, in honor and remembrance of Senator Lindsey Graham, who passed away on July 11, 2026. *“Senator Lindsey Graham displayed a dedication to public service, from serving in the United States Air Force and the South Carolina Air National Guard to a decades-long career in public office,” *said Governor Walz.* “Gwen and I extend our deepest condolences to Senator Graham’s family, friends, staff, constituents, and all others who are mourning his passing.”* Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are also encouraged to join in lowering their flags. A copy of the Governor's proclamation can be found here [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/MNGOV/2026/07/13/file_attachments/3713128/07.13.26%20Senator%20Lindsey%20Graham%20Flags%20at%20Half-Staff.Signed.pdf ]. ### Stay Updated with the Office of Governor Walz facebook [ http://www.facebook.com/GovTimWalz ] twitter [ https://x.com/GovTimWalz ] Threads [ https://www.threads.net/@mngovernor ] Blue Sky [ https://bsky.app/profile/governorwalz.mn.gov ] instagram [ http://www.instagram.com/mngovernor ] youtube [ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7CPBsekv_4u34kIVqaVtDA ] flickr [ http://www.flickr.com/photos/mngov ] Please do not respond to this e-mail. Contact the Governor's Office [ http://mn.gov/governor/contact ] SUBSCRIBER SERVICES Manage Preferences [ http://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNGOV/subscribers/new?preferences=true ] Unsubscribe [ https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNGOV/subscriber/one_click_unsubscribe?verification=5.b96c21cdf74695e505b807c4831a63e5&destination=feeds-in%40halfstaff.org ] Help [ https://subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com/ ] This email was sent to [email protected] using Granicus Communications Cloud on behalf of the Office of the Governor · 130 State Capitol · 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. · Saint Paul, MN 55155 · 800-657-3717 Source: https://content.g
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Minnesota Half-Staff Order Questions
Is the Honoring Senator Lindsey Graham order still active?
This record is marked ongoing. Its stored effective period begins July 13, 2026 and ends July 18, 2026. Check the current status page before changing a flag.
Does this Minnesota 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.