Harrisburg, PA – Today, in accordance with the United States Flag Code, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered United States and Commonwealth flags on all Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to fly at half-staff on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day to honor our nation’s fallen heroes.
“On this Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice defending and protecting our freedoms and our nation,” said Governor Josh Shapiro. “Lori and I are eternally grateful to those who have put on the uniform and given their lives for our country – and to the families and loved ones they’ve left behind On behalf of a grateful Commonwealth, may their memories be a blessing.”
The flags shall fly at half-staff beginning at sunrise on Monday, May 25, 2026, and return to full-staff at 12:00 pm.
All Pennsylvanians are invited to participate in this tribute.
Flag notices and status updates are available at pa.gov/agencies/dgs/flag-notices.