From the Office of Governor Walz - June 25, 2025

Governor Tim Walz has directed all United States and Minnesota flags to continue to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota until sunset on Saturday, June 28, the day of interment, in honor and remembrance of House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark Hortman. 

Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are also encouraged to join in lowering their flags.

Flags at Half-Staff

In keeping with appropriate flag etiquette and U.S. Code, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz may
order the state flag to be flown at half-staff under very limited circumstances. He may also order the national flag to be flown at half-staff on state property only. A state flag on state property is required by law to be flown at half-staff if the national flag is flown at half-staff.