Governor Hochul orders flags to half-staff in honor of George Gresham

Governor Kathy Hochul directs flags to be lowered at half-staff to honor former 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East President George Gresham, who passed away on May 8. Flags will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on June 9.

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Last reviewed August 16, 2026