Gov. Brown revises order; flags to remain at full-staff Saturday for Peace Officers Memorial Day

(Update: Gov. Brown revises order)

(Salem, OR) — In an update to the flag order issued earlier this week, Governor Kate Brown today ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to remain at full-staff on Saturday, in recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day.

This is a day set aside every year during National Police Week (May 9-15, 2021) to honor those who lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.

"Peace Officers Memorial Day pays tribute to fallen officers at all levels of law enforcement, including local, state, federal, tribal, and military law enforcement,” said Governor Brown. "Today we honor our fallen officers, thank them for their service, and offer solace to their families and friends."  

According to U.S. Flag code, flags should remain at full-staff in years when Peace Officers Memorial Day (May 15) coincides with Armed Forces Day (the third Saturday in May).

The full Presidential Proclamation is available at the White House website.