Governor Spencer J. Cox orders flags to half-staff for Patriot Day

Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox orders the United States and Utah flags lowered to half-staff on all state facilities in recognition of Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance. The order honors the lives lost in the September 11 attacks and the courage and sacrifice that followed.

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Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox orders the United States and Utah flags to half-staff on all state facilities in recognition of Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance.

The order honors the lives lost in the September 11 attacks and the courage and sacrifice that followed. It also reflects the annual observance of September 11 as both Patriot Day and a National Day of Service and Remembrance.

Flags are to remain at half-staff on Friday, September 11, 2026, at all state facilities. The scope is limited to state facilities rather than the entire jurisdiction.

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Last reviewed September 25, 2026