Thursday, November 12, 2026Daily flag status for the United States
Why Are Flags at Half-Staff Today?
Find out whether a national or state order applies, who we are honoring, and when the flag should return to full staff.
We cannot currently verify the nationwide flag status. Check the official source before changing your flag display. State information may have separate verification results.
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Your state may have a separate order. Choose your state for the relevant notices.
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Across the country
Check Your State
A nationwide answer does not tell the whole story. Governors and other authorities may issue instructions that apply to specific states, places, flags, or facilities. Open your state page for its coverage and current verification details.
- 0 states have their own order today in our verified coverage
- 0 of 51 states and DC have active state monitoring so far
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Get the Reminder Before You Need It
You should not have to keep searching to know how to display your flag. Choose your state and receive free email notices when an applicable order begins, changes, or ends. Raising reminders account for other orders that may still apply.
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New orders, changes, and a reminder when it is time to raise your flag again.
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On your website or lobby screen
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The record
Recent Half-Staff Notices
Read the reason, dates, and official source behind recent orders. Ended notices remain available for reference and are clearly labeled as historical.
Reviewed notices will appear here as they are published.
Guides
Display the Flag With Confidence
Find clear guidance on half-staff etiquette, multiple flags, fixed brackets, and the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day.
- Raise the flag briskly to the peak for an instant.
- Lower it slowly to the half-staff position.
- Before taking it down, raise it to the peak again.
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