Gov. Brown calls for half-staff flags in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day

In observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15, Gov. Kate Brown has asked that all flags at public institutions be flown at half-staff.

"I extend my sincere gratitude to all those who dedicate their lives to keeping Oregon safe and secure," said Governor Kate Brown. 

"Our law enforcement and peace officers have served our communities in extraordinary ways as we’ve faced the COVID-19 crisis, and I invite all Oregonians to join me in showing appreciation and support to them. I also invite Oregonians to keep all who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty in our thoughts and prayers as we recognize Peace Officers Memorial Day in Oregon."

Peace Officers Memorial Day is a federal holiday. It commemorates local, state, and federal peace officers who have fallen or been injured in the line of duty.

The Presidential Proclamations can be found on the White House's website.

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