Governor orders flags to half-staff for Patriot Day

Flags of the State of Texas and the United States of America will be flown at half-staff on Friday, September 11, 2026, in observance of Patriot Day.

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Flags of the State of Texas and the United States of America will be flown at half-staff on Friday, September 11, 2026, in observance of Patriot Day. The order applies under Texas law and directs state agencies, as well as individuals, businesses, municipalities, and counties, to lower flags for the day.

The observance is fixed for September 11, 2026, with no later end condition stated in the provided text. The coverage is statewide rather than limited to specific counties, cities, or facilities, and the lowered display applies across Texas for the stated date.

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Written and maintained by Josh Forehand

Last reviewed September 13, 2026